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Closures, free parking, changes to trash pickup and more holiday notes
Here’s info on free parking, Lawrence Transit, trash pickup, what’s closed when, and more for the holiday weekend.
Chloe Anderson/Lawrence Times
Performance by Tweesna Rose Mills portrays Indigenous history
Tweesna Rose Mills, from the Shoshone-Yakama-Umatilla Nations, spent weeks preparing for her performance, “Footsteps of Our Ancestors.” The hourlong show honored Indigenous culture, history and lineage.
Lawrence City Commission wants to consider a moratorium for rule on downtown liquor sales
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday deferred an amendment to city code that would have allowed John Brown’s Underground to keep operating — but they want to look at ways to expand the opportunity to other businesses, too.
The Raven Book Store’s bestsellers for Nov. 15, 2022 (Sponsored post)
“Local baking wizard Erin Jeanne McDowell’s ‘Savory Baking’ continues to find an audience, which is a wonderful thing for a wonderful book. Over the last two weeks, our good friend Erin outsold even Bob Dylan and Bono,” the Raven Book Store writes.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Photos: Jayhawks get a light dusting of snow
The bronze Jayhawk statues on the University of Kansas campus got a light dusting of snow Monday evening.
Ken Lassman
Kaw Valley Almanac for Nov. 14-20, 2022
These blackbirds are taking off after the sun has slipped below the horizon, having collected in this tree for at least an hour. It’s not uncommon to find flocks gathering in the same tree or stretch of powerline day after day, even year after year.
Lawrence Style Scout — Fall / Winter 2022
Welcome to the new Style Scout video series, hosted by Lawrence Times TV reporter Jordan Winter, for a new take on a classic concept.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
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.
Rob Holysz/Contributed photo
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.
Ken Lassman
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.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
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.
Contributed/Art by Aubrey Lewis
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.
Chloe Anderson/Lawrence Times
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.
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