In the photo at the top of this page, Lawrence author and musician Melvin Litton performs at Kaw Valley Public House. Check out our story about Litton at this link.
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Photos: Lawrence community gathers to honor veterans in parade
Despite freezing temperatures, Lawrence community members gathered on Massachusetts Street to honor veterans in the annual parade, which made a return Saturday morning after a two-year hiatus.

Hari Kondabolu to return to Free State Festival with socio-political commentary, new dad jokes
People face heavy issues these days, but comic Hari Kondabolu doesn’t think we should shy away from them — even while taking in a comedy show. After all, the best stand-up routines bring about some kind of healing, he says.

Award-winning statistician and author Howard Wainer to speak at KU
Renowned statistician and author Howard Wainer will present next week at KU, discussing the power of effective written and visual communication.

Van Go releases short film showing program’s transformative impact on youth
In a new short film, “The Beauty Within,” graduates of Van Go testify to the support and healing they found as young artists in the program.

Kaw Valley Almanac for Nov. 7-13, 2022
Clear skies and trees cleared of their leaves after recent rains make it easier to spot migratory geese and other birds either passing through or leaving. Strong southerly winds may back them up as they wait for north winds to carry them south with less energy expended.

Great day to be a Jayhawk: KU tops OSU 37-16, earns bowl eligibility
The Kansas Jayhawks looked a little more like they did early in the season during their Salute to Service game Saturday afternoon, improving to 6-3 on the season and becoming bowl eligible for the first time since 2008.

Docuseries, panel to explore health inequities in marginalized communities while asking, ‘Who Gets to Parent?’
A new documentary series highlighting a queer couple’s journey to expand their family while navigating a health care system laden with discrimination will soon be unveiled at KU.

Clowns, gowns, and ghouls: Costumed families flock to Mass Street for Halloween trick-or-treating
On Halloween night, Lawrence families showed off their cute, creepy, and creative costumes during downtown trick-or-treating. The event was held from 5 p.m. until all the candy ran out.

The Raven Book Store’s bestsellers for Nov. 1, 2022 (Sponsored post)
“If this week’s bestseller list has a theme, it’s ’new books from fiction royalty,’” the Raven Book Store writes.

Photos: Sammy Rae & The Friends play Halloween show at the Granada
Hundreds of Lawrencians showed up in costumes to see Sammy Rae & The Friends play Monday night at the Granada.

KU planning slate of events to honor veterans
The University of Kansas is planning several events to honor veterans in the coming days, starting with the Salute to Service football game this Saturday.

Photos: Angels, Sanderson sisters and more trick-or-treaters enjoy Enchanted Forest
Hundreds of children and adults flocked to the Prairie Park Nature Center’s Enchanted Forest Trail-or-Treat Sunday afternoon.