Latest new posts from ALL categories of The Lawrence Times:
Lawrence news, state news, Community Voices, Lawrence Life, obituaries and more.
(Please note that opinion pieces are included in this list, marked as columns or letters to the Times. Not all posts linked on this page were written or produced by the Lawrence Times staff.)
Lawrence Transit will have $3 fare for on-demand rides starting in March 2026
Connected City Advisory Board members on Monday approved charging a $3 fare for use of Lawrence Transit’s on-demand service as federal grants the city has received in the past are going to expire next year.
Lawrence school district points to fewer births, financial stress to explain shrinking enrollment
Lawrence school board members and district administrators are looking at a declining birth rate, an ever-increasing cost of living and a shortage of housing as factors in shrinking enrollment.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
North Lawrence residents share hopes for city transparency, community-directed plans for corridor
Many of the roughly 200 people gathered Monday to discuss their priorities for the North Lawrence Corridor Study expressed a mix of enthusiasm to strengthen their community’s resources and trepidation about industrial development and the city’s approach.
Maya Hodison/Lawrence Times
New bakery and cafe coming to vacant western Lawrence building
A new family-owned bakery and cafe is coming in spring 2026 and adding a drive-thru to the former Henry T’s location in west Lawrence.
Gov. Laura Kelly offers formal endorsement of Democratic Sen. Ethan Corson for governor
Gov. Laura Kelly has endorsed state Sen. Ethan Corson for governor, favoring a “true middle-of-the-road” politician she believed could draw enough votes from Kansas Republicans, Democrats and independents to prevail in 2026.
Kaw Valley Almanac for Nov. 17-23, 2025
A cottonwood tree is silhouetted in front of the incredible Northern Lights that graced the Kansas skies on Nov. 11. The pink, green and red bands are from oxygen atoms, excited at different altitudes.
Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Parkside Christmas owners retire Lawrence light show after 16 years
After 16 years bringing cheer to Lawrence, the synchronized holiday display known as Parkside Christmas will not return.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence Arts Center joins international development program to improve digital systems, increase access to arts
As the Lawrence Arts Center joins the ranks of Bloomberg Philanthropies’ program participants, the organization looks toward a new era of digital accessibility and usability meant to increase the community’s access to the arts.
Obituary: Doreen Angela Fowler
Doreen Angela Fowler, 1/14/1948 – 11/7/2025
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Farmers Market protein bucks program extended to anyone in need
The Lawrence Farmers Market is offering anyone in need a $25 credit to spend on protein.
Courtesy of Theatre Lawrence
Cabaret planned to honor work of Lawrence theatre performer; donations will fuel fund for striving artists
The community is invited to a Celebration Tour Cabaret featuring work by Louise ImMasche, a beloved local theatre performer who died in October. The event will help birth a fund at Theatre Lawrence to support striving artists.
Obituary: Kimberly Ann Byers Kenney
Kimberly Ann Byers Kenney, 7/29/1961 – 11/11/2025
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
20 upcoming Lawrence holiday markets offer ways to shop local
Check two boxes off your list this holiday season by shopping local and getting some one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones with this guide to 20 upcoming vendor fairs and art markets, starting this weekend in Lawrence.
Sedgwick County and 19 other Kansas law enforcement agencies have signed agreements with ICE
The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office and 19 other Kansas law enforcement agencies have signed formal agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Obituary: Miguel Felipe Rodriquez
Miguel Felipe Rodriquez, 12/6/1958 – 11/7/2025
Obituary: Arlois McLay
Arlois McLay, 9/19/1937 – 11/5/2025
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence’s affordable housing board recommends funding for large west side development
Members of Lawrence’s Affordable Housing Advisory Board are recommending that $500,000 in city funding go toward a 121-unit project on the western edge of town.
Lawrence city staff estimate: $18K to open Community Building to kids for limited hours
As the Community Building is set to close to the general public in January, city staff members have estimated that it would cost $18,000 to open the building for kids up to age 17 to use for about 12 hours per week.
Douglas County to host open house on Wakarusa River Valley conservation plan
Community members can review and provide input on Douglas County’s developing Wakarusa Vision Plan at an upcoming open house.
KU convention center opens, capping phase 1 of $800M stadium expansion, redevelopment
KU on Wednesday opened its state-of-the-art convention center, which is equipped with amenities meant to draw thousands of annual visitors and generate revenue to pay off the university’s large-scale development project.
Kansas audit: Counties not fully compensated for delivering state-mandated services
The Legislature’s auditors reported that 3 Kansas counties spent $28.8 million to provide state-mandated government services last year but received one-third of that total in funding to cover administrative costs.
Cuyler Dunn/Lawrence Times
KU faculty union rallies as contract negotiations drag on
Members of the KU faculty and staff union rallied on campus Wednesday, restless after well more than a year of bargaining had yet to produce a contract.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
City soliciting feedback on transportation, revitalization project for North Lawrence corridor
The city is urging residents, business owners and visitors to “dream big” at a community visioning workshop to brainstorm the future of infrastructure, placemaking and economic revitalization in North Lawrence.
Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Resource fair to connect Lawrence community members with free and low-cost support services
The Lawrence Public Library’s fifth annual resource fair will provide free services to community members while connecting them with over a dozen support organizations.
