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Lawrence school board gives cell phone policy initial approval after district suggests ‘guidance’ in opposition
Lawrence school board members on Monday gave initial approval to a draft cell phone policy, despite district administrators proposing guidance that directly conflicts with the draft as it’s written.
Lawrence parents weigh advantages, concerns of cell phone-free schools; school board to vote on policy
A new policy imposing a cell-phone free instructional day is on the table, and while some Lawrence parents believe it would better support teachers, others said they’re worried about the safety implications.
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Reminder: Lawrence Municipal Court moving into City Hall starting Monday
Lawrence’s Municipal Court proceedings will be held in city hall beginning Monday.
Douglas County commissioners open to bringing Senior Resource Center in as a department
The Senior Resource Center for Douglas County provides a wealth of resources for older people and their families, but at a cost. Becoming a county department could help the center find stability, the SRC’s director told county commissioners on Wednesday.
Lawrence school board gives cell phone policy initial approval after district suggests ‘guidance’ in opposition
Lawrence school board members on Monday gave initial approval to a draft cell phone policy, despite district administrators proposing guidance that directly conflicts with the draft as it’s written.
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Douglas County Democrats host candidate forum in time for early voting to begin
As a final opportunity to hear from candidates before early birds begin submitting their ballots, the Douglas County Democrats hosted a virtual forum Tuesday evening for County Commission and district attorney candidates.
Lawrence City Commission general public comment for July 16, 2024
Here’s the general public comment for the Lawrence City Commission’s Tuesday meeting, as public comment is no longer being broadcast.
Lawrence city commissioners set maximum budget with property tax rate increase
Following some confusion, Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday approved their maximum budget for 2025 with a 3.6-mill increase to property tax rates.
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Lawrence city commissioners defend city staff amid divided community opinions on pool renovations
City commissioners on Tuesday approved a nearly $550K payment to an architecture firm to design a renovation of the outdoor pool, but most of the discussion centered on broader frustrations from community members.
Lawrence City Commission general public comment for Nov. 19, 2024
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 favors lot near 8th and Vermont for downtown transit station
Most Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday indicated that they prefer a parking lot in the 700 block of Vermont Street for the site of the planned downtown transit station.
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Douglas County commissioners open to bringing Senior Resource Center in as a department
The Senior Resource Center for Douglas County provides a wealth of resources for older people and their families, but at a cost. Becoming a county department could help the center find stability, the SRC’s director told county commissioners on Wednesday.
Election results: Douglas County Commission incumbents to hang on; Democrat wins district attorney race
Voters have decided 4 of 5 Douglas County Commission seats and the county’s top prosecutor position. With most votes counted, incumbent commissioners will keep their seats, and Democrat Dakota Loomis will be the next DA.
Here’s how much money Douglas County-level candidates have raised and spent
Douglas County voters will choose a new district attorney and four out of five commissioners in Tuesday’s election. Here’s a glance at the candidates’ campaign contributions, expenditures and more.
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Lawrence school board braces to stand against ‘efforts to dismantle public education’
The Kansas Legislature likes to emphasize local control — right up until it doesn’t, Lawrence school board members agreed Monday.
Lawrence school board to get an earlier start on legislative priorities
The Lawrence school board on Monday will begin discussing the district’s legislative priorities earlier than usual.
Teachers cite salaries, work-life balance among top reasons for leaving Lawrence Public Schools
The Lawrence school board on Monday heard a report including specific reasons why teachers are leaving the district, such as low salaries and overflowing class sizes, as well as an update on the district’s efforts to better recruit and retain employees.
