The pieces in this section are generally written by members of the Lawrence community and those who have close ties. In addition, the Times is offering some space for area organizations and organizers to provide updates and attempt to reach other folks who might share their mission.
The Lawrence Times does not publish staff editorials (unsigned opinion columns, usually about the topics we cover, that many news publications run). Want to submit a letter or column to the Times? Great! Click here to find out how.
OPINION COLUMNS + LETTERS TO THE TIMES
Ask Cody: Listening to my body – My Black ass journey with anxiety (Column)
Cody shares 4 tips to help overcome anxiety and depression.
Paul Samberg: Kansas lawmakers should just go ahead and legalize recreational use of marijuana (Column)
The Kansas Reflector welcomes opinion pieces from writers who share our goal of widening the […]
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LarryvilleLife heads back to the movies (Column)
“A raging pandemic that turned moviegoing into one of the supposedly more dangerous activities really cramped my style,” LarryvilleLife writes.
Courtesy of Syed Jamal
Syed Jamal: Islamic Center of Lawrence honors Ramadan traditions (Column)
“Drawing upon its rich tradition of volunteerism and civic engagement, the Islamic community of Lawrence stands ready to work with its neighbors to make positive contributions to the development of Lawrence and to world peace,” Syed Jamal writes.
Ask Cody: Are your articles only for People of Color? (Column)
“When I answer questions, I attempt to center the most marginalized people — that way the answer applies to everyone, not just white folks,” Cody writes.
Nate Morsches: Businesses can and must be part of the solution to the mental health crisis (Column)
“We as businesses, having access to resources and network connections, must do our part to reach a collective solution to the rapid increase in mental illness,” Nate Morsches writes.
ORG CORNER
United Way of Douglas County: New grant applications open through May 5
The United Way of Douglas County is accepting applicants for two separate funds geared toward Anti-Poverty and Family Stabilization, respectively.
Lawrence Mutual Aid: Statement and demands in solidarity with Housing First LFK
Lawrence Mutual Aid Network writes: “We need to not only end homelessness but end the potential of any community member feeling as if they do not have resources or options to feel secure in their own housing.”
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Lawrence Freedgin Kansas: No one deserves to go hungry
Note: The Lawrence Times is offering some space for area organizations and organizers to provide […]
