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Lawrence events can receive funding through the city; grant applications are now open
Applications are now open for $150,000 in total grant funding through a program that helps fund some of Lawrence’s iconic events.
Lawrence advocate leaves impression on the town he loved and beyond
Matt Enyart lost his life to ALS, but his contributions will be felt in Lawrence and beyond for many years to come.
Director of Philadelphia organization focused on monuments to speak at Sacred Red Rock event
A leader with an organization that documents monuments and their histories will share insight at an event in Lawrence, speaking in context of the Sacred Red Rock.
New Lawrence bus station aims to facilitate community connections
Lawrence Transit’s Central Station is nearing completion. The new facility will serve as the central hub for bus transfers, a departure from the longtime downtown transfer point.
Lawrence Public Library board approves agreement to have control over lawn
The Lawrence Public Library will likely soon be able to extend its behavior policy to the library lawn, which staff members hope will make the whole campus safer and more welcoming for everyone.
Annual Lawrence Zombie Walk to bring on the undead
When the sun goes down Thursday night, the undead will breach downtown Lawrence.
Phoenix Award winners celebrated for their contributions to Lawrence arts
Richard Renner said Sunday that after 40 years of performing all over the world, seeing awards and accolades, his Phoenix Award for contributions to the arts scene in Lawrence “without a doubt means the most.”
Photos: Observers show up for eclipse despite cloudy skies
Clouds largely obscured Lawrence’s view of the partial solar eclipse Saturday morning, but that didn’t stop a crowd from showing up at Malott Hall.
Photos: Lawrence community members rally for transgender rights during bicycle race
Pink, white and blue flags abounded Saturday as Lawrence community members gathered to show support for transgender cyclists during the Belgian Waffle Ride.
Big Brothers Big Sisters seeks volunteer mentors to read with students
With a new initiative between the Lawrence school district and the local Big Brothers Big Sisters program, mentors can assist students with their curriculum — or just spark their love for reading.
A moment in Lawrence: Rotarians pack snacks for students
Members of three Lawrence Rotary clubs on Wednesday gathered to pack hundreds of snacks for kids in Lawrence Public Schools, Mary Doveton wrote in submitting these photos.
Gardens across Lawrence school district allow students to learn by growing
There’s now a blooming garden at every school site in the Lawrence school district, and students are learning how to grow food inside and outside of classroom settings.
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