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Lawrence Public Library to open branch in west Lawrence
The Lawrence Public Library will open a new west Lawrence location next summer, marking its first expansion out of downtown.
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Lawrence voters say ‘yes’ to a city transit sales tax increase, extension
Lawrence voters on Tuesday backed an increase and extension of the city’s transit sales tax for the third time since 2008.
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Democrats Spurling, Anderson win Douglas County Commission races
Democratic candidates for Douglas County Commission will win three open seats in Tuesday’s election.
The ‘black gold’ rush is coming to Lawrence with a new curbside composting option for food scraps
Lawrence residents and businesses will have a new curbside compost option through Compost Collective KC that accepts food scraps like meat, bones and dairy.
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On Hilltop’s last day, families say they are left grieving, trying to preserve lost community
Hilltop Child Development Center is officially closing Friday after years of turmoil. Families said they now face the daunting task of finding new childcare and are left grieving the longtime childcare center.
Jacob Rice / Lawrence Times
Former members of Lawrence tax incentive committee call for transparency, collaboration
As developers regularly request tax breaks from the City of Lawrence, some former members of a public committee that used to review incentives would like to see more transparency and collaboration in the process.
Jacob Rice / Lawrence Times
How construction impacts can underpin racial inequities for Lawrence business owners
When construction starts, businesses owned by Black and Brown people in Lawrence can face a tougher climb toward recovery. One city commissioner says we must “do the work” to keep building opportunities for local establishments.
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MacArthur Fellow says climate research project is infused with Haskell’s purpose
As Haskell researchers and collaborators wrap up a $20 million federal grant, a Lawrence instructor and Colorado MacArthur Fellow reflect on how they’re working with Indigenous knowledge-holders to address climate change.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Election security, or stripping citizens’ voting rights? FAQs about the amendment on Kansans’ ballots
Kansas’ Constitution already says voters must be citizens. A proposed amendment would add a small yet loaded distinction that opponents say could disenfranchise many eligible voters.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence school district’s AI committee disbanded with no specific policy recommendations
The Lawrence school board ended its AI committee after the group met only four times and had no chance to recommend specific policy, all more than two years after the board agreed to create the committee.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence voters: Here’s the info you need to cast your ballot in the Nov. 3, 2026 election
Here’s info to help Lawrence-area voters make informed decisions in the local, state and federal races on ballots in the Tuesday, Nov. 3 general election.
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Early voting is open in Douglas County; Lawrence rally to encourage folks to cast their ballots
Here’s info on early voting, which is underway Wednesday in Douglas County. Some Lawrence community members are also planning a rally to encourage folks to cast their ballots sooner rather than later.
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City asking Lawrence voters to increase and extend transit sales tax; here’s what to know
Lawrence’s transit director says if residents don’t approve a sales tax increase, the number of city bus routes will shrink, among other changes. Here’s what the increase would cost and more to know about the question on your Nov. 3 ballot.
Meet the candidates running for Douglas County Commission District 5
A Democrat and a Libertarian are vying to represent Baldwin City, parts of south-central Lawrence and much of southeastern Douglas County as the commissioner for District 5. Here’s where they stand on some key local issues.
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Lawrence City Commission opposes including Costco tax revenue for developments along K-10
Although they supported some aspects of the development, Lawrence city commissioners opposed using sales tax revenue from the new Costco store to fund a pair of developments along K-10.
Cuyler Dunn/Lawrence Times
Family Promise founder to host meeting about childcare in Lawrence after Hilltop closure announcement
Family Promise of Lawrence’s founder is convening local organizations, churches and families to brainstorm solutions for a growing childcare shortage in town expected after the closure of Hilltop.
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