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Lawrence news August 11, 2022 - 10:05 am

Free workshop Saturday in Lawrence to offer tips on protecting legal rights of LGBTQ+ families

by Tricia Masenthin

A partnership between a Lawrence church and attorney aims to educate and empower queer parents and LGBTQ+ community members to safeguard their families’ legal rights.

Health July 27, 2022 - 11:01 am

Kansas expands postpartum Medicaid coverage up to 12 months

by Noah Taborda, Kansas Reflector

Kansas mothers now have health care coverage under KanCare up to 12 months post-delivery, and retroactive to April 1, Gov. Laura Kelly announced Tuesday.

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Lawrence news July 25, 2022 - 11:36 am

Lawrence site offering free meals for kids twice a week through Aug. 13

by Lawrence Times

Some of the local sites offering free summer meals for kids will soon wind down for the year, but one more is now available two days a week through Saturday, Aug. 13.

Health July 24, 2022 - 4:41 pm

Who’s getting abortions in Kansas? Plus more FAQs ahead of the Aug. 2 vote

by Mackenzie Clark

On Tuesday, Aug. 2, voters statewide will decide on an issue that could permanently change Kansans’ health care rights.
Who’s getting abortions in Kansas? Here are some stats, plus answers to some FAQs about the amendment vote and what it means.

Health July 19, 2022 - 4:08 pm

Lawrence families create mutual aid network during baby formula shortage

by Jordan Winter

As a group of Lawrence moms and more band together to overcome a nationwide baby formula shortage, they’re showing the power of mutual aid and setting a model for how people in other communities can help their neighbors survive tough times.

Arts & Events July 18, 2022 - 4:44 pm

Application now open for arts grants from the City of Lawrence

by Lawrence Times

The City of Lawrence is one step closer to distributing $150K in grant funding to help the arts and culture sector recover from the pandemic — the application is now available online.

Health July 18, 2022 - 11:22 am

Lawrence health department offering long-term birth control options

by Mackenzie Clark

Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health is offering long-term birth control, including an arm implant and two types of IUDs, with flexible payment options. 

Education July 15, 2022 - 12:57 pm

Here’s how to apply for free and reduced-price meals in Lawrence Public Schools

by Lawrence Times

The federal program that was providing universal free meals for all students amid the pandemic has been discontinued. Here’s how to apply for free or reduced-price meals for the 2022-23 school year in Lawrence Public Schools.

Health July 14, 2022 - 5:47 pm

988 crisis line to go live Saturday; it’ll link Kansans quickly to mental health help

by Andrea Albright

Beginning Saturday, Kansans considering suicide or experiencing a mental health crisis will be only 3 digits away from speaking directly to trained counselors available 24/7 and year-round.

Health July 11, 2022 - 7:07 pm

Kansans: Get registered and get ready to vote

by Lawrence Times

Here’s our quick and easy voter guide — find out how to quickly register to vote, what’s on the Aug. 2 ballot, and choose how to cast your ballot in Douglas County, Kansas.

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