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Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Mystery organizer cultivates monthly mug hunt in Lawrence
An enigma, a Lawrence resident hides mugs around town every first Saturday of the month in hopes that all will be found. The Lawrence Mug Hunt draws folks of all ages and is free for everyone to participate.
The Raven Book Store’s top 10 bestsellers for 2024 (Sponsored post)
”This is another one-bookstore-in-the-world bestseller list. Lawrencians love local titles, and they definitely LOVE Louise Erdrich and Robin Wall Kimmerer, too,” the Raven Book Store writes of the top 10 bestsellers for all of 2024.
Douglas County launches land protection pilot program; applications open for landowners
Douglas County is rolling out a pilot program that incentivizes private landowners to participate in permanent land conservation for the public’s benefit.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence community members gather for 18th annual menorah lighting, Hanukkah celebration
The co-directors of the Chabad Center for Jewish Life hosted the 18th annual menorah lighting event Thursday — a number of special significance for the Jewish community.
Lawrence run and hike events set for New Year’s Day
Two outdoor activities to get moving on the first day of the new year are free and open to the public.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
A view of Lawrence: Mass Street on Christmas
Massachusetts Street in downtown Lawrence was aglow with holiday lights just after midnight on Christmas as fog hung in the air.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Holiday sights and lights in Lawrence
Here’s a look at some holiday sights, lights and happenings in Lawrence this season. Happy holidays!
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Construction complete on North 2nd, 3rd streets in Lawrence
Resurfacing of North Second and Third streets in North Lawrence is now complete, the city announced Monday.
Where to see holiday lights in Lawrence – 2024 edition
It’s a bit overdue, but we’re thrilled to present our 2024 festive map of holiday homes!
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Free Christmas meals available in Lawrence, Eudora
Annual community Christmas dinners are coming up in Lawrence and Eudora, and all are welcome.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Community supports local small businesses at Inclusive Winter Market in Lawrence
As part of the Inclusive Winter Market, nearly 100 local artists and small business owners showcased their work Saturday at the Lied Center. It opens for a second day on Sunday.
Mark Potts/Lawrence Times
Lawrence closures, when parking is free and more info for Christmas and New Year’s
Here’s a quick glance at closures, service changes and more for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays in Lawrence.
Following contest, City of Lawrence selects name for snowplow: Taylor Drift
From more than 650 submissions received in the span of just a week, the City of Lawrence has chosen the winner of the 2024 snowplow naming contest: Taylor Drift.
Here are Lawrence restaurants that will be open on Christmas
We’ve reached out to more than 130 restaurants in Douglas County. Here are the ones that have confirmed they’ll be open on Christmas.
Chloe Anderson/Lawrence Times
Menorah lighting ceremony and Hanukkah celebration coming up at Lawrence library
The Chabad Center for Jewish Life will light candles on a 9-foot-tall menorah at an annual Lawrence Hanukkah celebration.
The Raven Book Store’s bestsellers for Dec. 18, 2024 (Sponsored post)
”The new Robert Dinsdale book on Massachusetts Street is still selling like hotcakes, and Larry McElwain’s memoir of being the town undertaker has also piqued a lot of interest!” the Raven Book Store writes.
Construction on 6th Street is complete, City of Lawrence announces
The stretch of construction down Sixth Street in Lawrence is completed, the city announced Tuesday.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence High band director honored with award from music educator colleagues
Mike Jones, Lawrence High School band director, has earned the 2024 Outstanding Band Director Award from the Northeast Kansas Music Educators Association.
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