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Photo: Deerfield Doughnuts brought to life at Infusions Bakery in Lawrence
The doughnut creations of third-graders at Deerfield Elementary school have come to fruition.
Taryn Wells, 14, recognized with award for leadership in social justice projects
Taryn Wells, 14, has earned the 2020 Galluzzi Volunteer of the Year Award for her community work and leadership in Lawrence.
Limestone Community School to ‘reimagine elementary education’ in Lawrence this fall
Two Lawrence educators are opening Limestone Community School this August as an alternative elementary option that will emphasize project-based learning, outdoor education and more.
Fans camp out for live Korean Pop’s rare appearance in Lawrence
Dozens of Oneus fans wound down the sidewalks of Massachusetts and Seventh streets Thursday morning awaiting a rare occurrence in the Sunflower State – live K-Pop.
Heart transplant gives community volunteer, award recipient more time to serve people of Douglas County
A new heart has given Marion Belcher, 2020 Galluzzi Volunteer of the Year, more time to help feed the community.
The Raven Book Store’s bestsellers for March 1, 2022 (Sponsored post)
“The most tried-and-true way to end up on our list is to be a fantastic book with a local connection.”
Photo: Lawrence High School’s annual Pops Show
Lawrence High School’s annual program features the Treble Choir and Tenor/Bass Choir, and sophomore members of the Concert Choir and Bellissima.
Read Across Lawrence 2022 selection: ‘Interior Chinatown,’ by Charles Yu
The Lawrence Public Library has announced its Read Across Lawrence selection for 2022, plus several upcoming events to accompany it.
Kaw Valley Almanac for Feb. 28 – March 5, 2022
The junco on the left happily ate seeds off the deck, while the female redbellied woodpecker was much quicker, looking out the flower pot after grabbing a seed, then flying off to a nearby cottonwood, hopping up the trunk. Winter is transitioning.
Photos: Lawrence community members rally in support of Ukraine
Many Lawrence community members gathered Sunday afternoon at 11th and Massachusetts streets to show their support for Ukraine as Russia continues its invasion.
Deerfield students’ doughnuts available for preorder through Sunday; here are the winning dozen
Blueberry is a main feature of several of the top 12 Deerfield Elementary third graders’ doughnut designs, which are available for preorder through 6 p.m. Sunday.
Lawrence High School journalism adviser named Kansas Master Teacher
Barb Tholen — “life-changing” journalism adviser and graphic design teacher, whose classroom students call “a magical place” at Lawrence High School — has been named a Kansas Master Teacher.
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