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Lawrence school board to consider setting maximum property tax rate for 2026; taxes would increase
The Lawrence school board on Monday will consider a maximum mill levy for the 2025-26 budget that would increase property taxes.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Art installation at Lawrence library aims to inspire wonder, curiosity about native plants
A melange of shadow boxes with seed heads, pressed flowers, prints and faerie doors is on display at the Lawrence Public Library to foster wonder and enthusiasm for native plants and ecosystem diversity.
Urban legend says the ‘Tonganoxie Split’ protects Kansas City from tornadoes. Is it real?
A local weather phenomenon holds that the 6,100-person town of Tonganoxie, Kansas, can weaken and divide thunderstorms and tornadoes. Experts are mixed on its existence — and what causes it — but locals say otherwise.
Continued roadwork to alter traffic patterns on 27th Street and at 2nd and McDonald
Starting next week, Lawrence will see changes in traffic patterns along a stretch of 27th Street, as well as at the intersection of West Second Street and McDonald Drive. Here are the details.
Obituary: Mick Bogart (Hubert William III)
Mick Bogart (Hubert William III), 12/25/1968 – 8/6/2025
Six Lawrence High School alumni to be inducted into Hall of Honor
The Lawrence Lions Alumni Association has announced six inductees into the Hall of Honor this year.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence City Commission to vote on tax incentives for KU stadium project; neighbors and an expert have concerns
As Lawrence city commissioners prepare to vote on a massive tax incentive package for KU’s Gateway Project, neighbors say a required community input process was not completed, and an expert says STAR bonds can be a gamble.
Motorcyclist killed in crash in Lawrence
A motorcyclist has died following a crash Friday afternoon just south of KU’s campus in Lawrence.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Downtown Lawrence’s latest attraction is a surfeit of skunks; Love Garden prints stinker stickers
It would appear that downtown now shares an unofficial but odorous mammalian mascot: a skunk. To celebrate, Love Garden made stickers of the stinker.
Kansas Bureau of Investigation deleted voicemail that sparked inquiry into Lenexa leader’s citizenship
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation deleted the voicemail that prompted a police inquiry into the citizenship of a Lenexa City Council member, the bureau’s legal department says.
Obituary: Lynn Dale Votaw
Lynn Dale Votaw, 6/19/1957 – 3/20/2025
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
What to know about Lawrence’s new downtown parking website, payment apps and more
The City of Lawrence has launched a website to consolidate downtown parking payment methods, and a new text-to-pay option. Here are some FAQs about how to pay for parking, which apps to use, alternate ways to get downtown and more.
Celebration of Life: Cynthia Jeanne (Cindy) Spear
Cynthia Jeanne (Cindy) Spear, 9/21/1934 – 7/20/2023
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Less than a year from World Cup, Lawrence officials prepare for impacts on housing, safety, transit
Officials are working to ensure Lawrence can capitalize on the expected influx of visitors for the 2026 World Cup in Kansas City without impacting necessary everyday services for local residents.
Rivals launch fight over Kansas constitutional amendment to elect Supreme Court justices
Campaigns for and against a proposed amendment to the Kansas Constitution allowing direct election of justices to the Kansas Supreme Court have begun the one-year charge to the August 2026 primary election where the issue will be decided.
Heat advisory issued for Lawrence, Douglas County
Lawrence and parts of northeastern Kansas will be under a heat advisory again Friday as heat indices well above 100° are expected.
Lawrence pool should be open for swim seasons under revised construction timeline
The City of Lawrence has announced an updated two-phase timeline for renovations that should allow the Outdoor Aquatic Center to stay open for swim seasons.
Gov. Laura Kelly selects Leawood attorney to fill vacancy on Kansas Supreme Court
Gov. Laura Kelly appointed an attorney in private practice who has argued cases before the state and federal appellate courts to fill a vacancy on the Kansas Supreme Court.
Obituary: Mary G. Wharff
Mary G. Wharff, 7/29/1959 – 7/31/2025
Obituary: Delbert Edward “Ed” Jarvis
Delbert Edward “Ed” Jarvis, 2/21/1947 – 8/1/2025
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
How to start incorporating native plants into Lawrence lawns and gardens this season
Everyone in Lawrence with access to some soil and seeds can participate in restoration ecology by planting native species this season. Here are some suggestions to start seeding prairie plants.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Mural to honor La Yarda completed; installation, unveiling set for September
Gardens, children playing basketball, a mischievous chicken and more illustrate the community of La Yarda in a mural to be installed soon in East Lawrence.
Police investigate a Kansas city council member’s citizenship after a complaint left via voicemail
Lenexa City Councilmember Melanie Arroyo revealed that police had recently investigated her citizenship status and required her to prove her citizenship after a false allegation made in a voicemail.
Obituary: Barbara Lynne Watkins
Barbara Lynne Watkins, 6/25/1941 – 8/1/2025
