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Developers to pitch flight school for women in Lawrence as part of STAR bond projects
A women’s flight school is the newest addition to a sweeping set of proposed developments in Lawrence that a developer is seeking to link with a STAR bond district.
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Lawrence board considers how to make airport an economic powerhouse for the community
Members of Lawrence’s Aviation Advisory Board think that with the right planning, the regional airport could become more accessible to the public and a linchpin of the city’s economic development.
Cuyler Dunn/Lawrence Times
Douglas County Commission approves pilot for extended-stay housing at Lawrence Community Shelter
Douglas County commissioners voted 4-1 to approve a pilot project that will turn some shipping container shelters at the Lawrence Community Shelter into extended-stay housing.
Cuyler Dunn/Lawrence Times
Douglas County Commission discusses conservation, recreation in plan for Wakarusa River Valley
Ecological protection, recreation opportunities and cultural access are all part of Douglas County’s draft Wakarusa River Valley plan, which the county commission learned more about Wednesday.
Developers to pitch flight school for women in Lawrence as part of STAR bond projects
A women’s flight school is the newest addition to a sweeping set of proposed developments in Lawrence that a developer is seeking to link with a STAR bond district.
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Panel of Lawrence public officials wrestle with free speech in government forums
Lawrence elected officials and civic professionals speaking during a panel Monday identified trends they say disrupt the public discourse necessary to make progress.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Transit proposing $3 fare for on-demand service; buses would remain fare-free
Lawrence Transit is considering adding a $3 fare for use of its on-demand service as federal grants the city has received in the past are going to expire. Buses would still be free to ride.
2 more forums coming up for Lawrence City Commission candidates; catch up on forums you missed
Voters in November will elect two Lawrence city commissioners and three Lawrence school board members. Here are the remaining upcoming forums, plus info on forums we’ve covered so far.
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Developers to pitch flight school for women in Lawrence as part of STAR bond projects
A women’s flight school is the newest addition to a sweeping set of proposed developments in Lawrence that a developer is seeking to link with a STAR bond district.
Lawrence City Commission general public comment for Oct. 6, 2026
Here’s the general public comment for the Lawrence City Commission’s Tuesday meeting, as public comment is no longer being broadcast.
Lawrence City Commission approves updated bikes plan
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday approved a plan that will shape bicycle safety and infrastructure priorities for the next five years.
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Cuyler Dunn/Lawrence Times
Douglas County Commission approves pilot for extended-stay housing at Lawrence Community Shelter
Douglas County commissioners voted 4-1 to approve a pilot project that will turn some shipping container shelters at the Lawrence Community Shelter into extended-stay housing.
Cuyler Dunn/Lawrence Times
Douglas County Commission discusses conservation, recreation in plan for Wakarusa River Valley
Ecological protection, recreation opportunities and cultural access are all part of Douglas County’s draft Wakarusa River Valley plan, which the county commission learned more about Wednesday.
Douglas County Commission to hear more about plan for Wakarusa River Valley
The Douglas County Commission on Wednesday will discuss a plan for future collaboration in the Wakarusa River Valley.
Lawrence School Board
Community questions possible K-5 classroom closure at Kennedy, district transparency
More than 80 participants attended the first of two virtual meetings Tuesday evening for the […]
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Recap: Lawrence school board meeting, March 22
The Lawrence school board met Monday at the Educational Support Center. Here are the items […]
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Kennedy Elementary School could close to grades K-5 next school year
The Lawrence school district might close Kennedy Elementary to kids older than 5 soon, instead using the facility as an early childhood community center.
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