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Douglas County Commission passes extension of mask mandate for children through December
The Douglas County Commission on Wednesday unanimously passed an extension of the current countywide mask mandate for children through the end of the school semester.
Kansan charged in Jan. 6 riot at U.S. Capitol near scene of fatal shooting
A Wichita man involved in the Jan. 6 storming of the U.S. Capitol faces eight criminal counts for allegedly surging to the front of the crowd and pushing a law enforcement officer down a flight of stairs.
Kansas middle schooler death prompts urgency from COVID-19 school safety panel
The recent death of a Kansas middle school student from COVID-19 raised the urgency Wednesday of a panel focused on pandemic school safety to implement precautionary measures across the state.
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A view of Lawrence: Repair of Wescoe’s roof brings giant new landmark
A repair of the roof at Wescoe Hall has left behind a massive new campus landmark — 80-foot blue letters spelling “KU.”
#BeMoreLikeClaire
#BeMoreLikeClaire: Fall 2021 grant cycle now open to applicants (Announcement)
“#BeMoreLikeClaire has opened its Fall 2021 Grant Cycle and is looking to support projects that further its mission to cultivate the power of collective generosity so that all may live a safe and healthy life.”
KU maps bring into colorful focus lingering racial segregation of K-12 schools
Researchers at the University of Kansas produced colorful interactive maps providing visual representations of an increasingly multicultural society that sustains a K-12 school system characterized by racial segregation.
Clay Wirestone: ‘Mission critical’: Four numbers that explain why abortion rights in Kansas face an urgent test (Column)
“Next summer, Kansas voters will decide on a constitutional amendment that, if passed, would make a Texas-style ban (on abortion) plausible here. States across the country are watching, and women could pay the price,” Clay Wirestone writes in this column.
David Condos / Kansas News Service
Here’s a glimmer of hope that the delta surge in Kansas is slowing
This summer, the delta variant of COVID-19 filled Kansas hospital beds at a dizzying speed. A month ago, the numbers plateaued, then started a gradual downward slope.
Former prosecutor, cop Chris Mann, of Lawrence, launches campaign for Kansas attorney general
Lawrence attorney and former police officer Chris Mann is the first Democrat to launch a campaign for the party’s nomination for Kansas attorney general.
Group’s plans would enhance access to Kansas Riverfront in Lawrence; city commissioners receptive
The Lawrence City Commission heard a presentation on Tuesday night about a transportation project that seeks to add connectivity and access to the Kansas River.
Lucy Peterson / The Lawrence Times
KU quietly reorganizes office that investigates sexual violence; longest-serving director left a month ago
In less than four months, the office at the University of Kansas that receives and investigates reports of sexual and gender-based violence has undergone a rebranding and replaced all but one of its staff members — including the former director — unbeknownst to most of the KU community.
Kansas criminal justice commission reviews cost-effective recommendations for state lawmakers
Legal experts and state legislators serving on a panel to reform the Kansas criminal justice system are optimistic their next set of recommendations will gain traction when lawmakers return to the Capitol in January.
Linda Ditch: Feeling singled out, female students protest high school’s dress code (Column)
“All Kansas school districts need to take a closer look at inherent sexism in their dress codes. The first step should be an open conversation with students to forge a policy acceptable to the entire school community,” Linda Ditch writes in this column.
Kansas foes of COVID-19 vaccinations push for political protection from mandates
A program sponsored by an anti-vax group offered a concentrated sample of activists, politicians and health professionals with an interest in minimizing government’s role in dictating individual health decisions, especially as it related to vaccines. Few wore masks.
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Wondering how testing out of school quarantines works? The Eudora school district shares a look at the process
A COVID-19 testing program used since August in the Eudora school district aims to reduce quarantines. Students and staff exposed to a positive case can “test out” of quarantine as long as they don’t have symptoms and continue to test negative for the virus.
Douglas County Commission to consider extending mask mandate for children ages 2-11
The Douglas County Commission on Wednesday will discuss a possible extension of the countywide mask mandate for kids put into place last month.
Criminal justice panel hashes out potential changes to Kansas criminal offender registry
Criminal justice advocates, experts and law enforcement are debating potential changes to the Kansas drug and sex offender registry, including whether registries should be made public and an exit mechanism for some offenders.
Lawrence Memorial Hospital awaiting FDA approval to give COVID-19 booster shots
Lawrence health officials are ready and waiting for the FDA to give the word about COVID-19 booster doses, according to a community update from LMH Health. Also, here’s an update on COVID-19 inpatients by vaccination status.
Tricia Masenthin/The Lawrence Times
Lawrence playground invites children of all abilities to play, thanks to donation from late benefactor
School and business leaders are gearing up to celebrate an inclusive playground for youngsters on Lawrence’s southeast side.
Ken Lassman
Kaw Valley Almanac for Sept. 20-26, 2021
It’s a great time of year to take walks in nature and see its abundant beauty.
Lawrence Arts Center
Several Lawrence City Commission, Lawrence school board forums coming up
As we near the general election on Nov. 2, several local groups are planning candidate forums to help Lawrence voters make up their minds.
Sherman Smith/Kansas Reflector
Kansas anti-vax group boasts 16 sponsors ahead of ‘freedom rally’ in Lenexa
A prominent anti-vaccination group has planned a “freedom rally” for Monday in Lenexa with the sponsorship of a nursing agency, midwifery, dental office, chiropractors, pharmacies and businesses that promote the healing properties of elderberries, tea biotics, red light therapy, hemp and gluten-free baked goods.
Nomin Ujiyediin / Kansas News Service
How Kansas prisons dodged a delta COVID surge after getting hit hard early in the pandemic
Kansas prisons were hotbeds of coronavirus infections early in the pandemic, but vaccinations appear to have protected those inmates living in close quarters.
Derek Mecca / The Lawrence Times
Photos: Lawrence’s Art in the Park, Day 1
The Lawrence Art Guild’s Art in the Park returned to South Park on Saturday. Festivities resume from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
