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Giant solar power generation facility proposed just north of Lawrence
A division of oil giant Royal Dutch Shell is proposing to build a solar energy facility covering more than a square mile just north of Lawrence, near Midland Junction. The “Kansas Sky Energy Center” would supply electrical power to local utility Evergy Inc., which would ultimately own the facility.
Coco Alexander
Henry’s Upstairs and Grounded Coffee kick off ‘Eggs & Legs’ Drag Brunch series
Henry’s Upstairs and Grounded Coffee hosted the inaugural Eggs & Legs Drag Brunch this Sunday. The fabulous event series’ first installation featured local drag performers, a curated food and drink menu, and lots of laughter.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
It’s official: Lawrence Arts Center has purchased Salvation Army building
The Lawrence Arts Center has closed on the purchase of the former Salvation Army building next door at 946 New Hampshire St., according to an announcement Friday morning.
Chansi Long/Lawrence Times
Owners to bring 12 years of Korean restaurant experience to downtown Lawrence
The Korean word Mani means “much more, many more” in English. Brian Park and Rose Cho like the name Cafe The Mani because their hope is to attract many more people and serve many more foods.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
City sets sights on 18th & Haskell for Lawrence’s Pallet Shelter Village, old Veritas building for shelter
The City of Lawrence is planning to raise modular shelters for people experiencing homelessness at a site near 18th Street and Haskell Avenue, sources say. In addition, the city plans to buy the old Veritas Christian School property on North Michigan Street, possibly for use as a family shelter.
Chansi Long/Lawrence Times
1900 Barker on Mass holds soft opening
The downtown expansion of 1900 Barker Bakery and Cafe — called 1900 Barker on Mass — opened its doors Monday morning.
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Moriki Sushi opens in Lawrence, featuring traditional rolls and owners’ custom favorites
A number of local sushi restaurants shuttered during the pandemic. But those who’ve craved the dish now have a new option: Moriki Sushi in eastern Lawrence.
Sarpino’s Pizzeria Lawrence location has closed
Pizza lovers in Lawrence have one less option now, as Sunday was the last day in business for Sarpino’s Pizzeria.
Chansi Long/Lawrence Times
Lulu’s Latin Food opens in Lawrence, offering ‘Mexican menu with Latin specialties’
Lulu’s Latin Food made its debut opening Friday. The restaurant fills a gap in Lawrence cuisine as it provides some authentic dishes not readily available in town as well as traditional favorites, says co-owner Eli Zaragoza.
Chansi Long/Lawrence Times
1900 Barker expanding to downtown Lawrence with a ‘restaurant vibe’
Taylor Petrehn, of 1900 Barker Bakery and Cafe, is excited to expand his bakery’s presence to Mass Street.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Espurresso Cat Cafe coming soon to downtown Lawrence
If you’re a cat purrson, we have good news. Brittanie Sinisgalli and Mary Costello have a shared dream that’s coming to fruition — to launch Lawrence’s very first cat cafe.
Lawrence family plans to open South American bakery and market this summer
A new family-owned café and market is set to open in Lawrence this summer, serving treats from all over South America — specifically Río de la Plata cuisine, based in Uruguay and Argentina.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Multiple new Scooter’s Coffee locations opening soon in Lawrence
With at least two new Scooter’s Coffee locations tentatively set to open by the end of March, commuters in south and east Lawrence will have new options for their morning coffee stop.
McLain’s Market to close KU campus location after semester
McLain’s Market will close its location on the University of Kansas campus after the semester, according to social media posts from the café Sunday.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Arts Center purchases former Salvation Army building, eyeing expansion of preschool
A deal more than 10 years in the making is finally coming to fruition: the Lawrence Arts Center is purchasing the former Salvation Army building right next door, with the goal of transforming it into an arts-based early childhood center.
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