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Lawrence school board hears about new Family Engagement Center, state legislative updates
The Lawrence school board on Monday heard a presentation about the new Family Engagement Center to be located at the current school district offices, as well as some legislative updates.
Maya Smith/Lawrence Times
Lawrence school board hears about new Family Engagement Center, state legislative updates
The Lawrence school board on Monday heard a presentation about the new Family Engagement Center to be located at the current school district offices, as well as some legislative updates.
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Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Blocks of southbound Haskell Ave. closed after water leak
About half a mile of southbound Haskell Avenue is closed to traffic following an overnight water system leak.
Courtney Lane/Lawrence Times
Jan. 2027 jury trial set for former Lawrence school speech pathologist charged with child sex crimes
A former Prairie Park Elementary School speech pathologist pleaded not guilty Monday to charges of sex crimes against students, and the court set his jury trial date: January 2027.
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Jayhawks from around the world to host 10th annual cultural show
Jayhawks from all over the world will host a cultural event this week, featuring performances, a fashion show, activities and more. There will also be free T-shirts, door prizes and food.
Courtney Lane/Lawrence Times
Hearings for teens charged in fatal Hawk shooting pushed back for third time
The judge and families in the courtroom expressed frustration as attorneys for the two teenage defendants charged in January’s fatal shooting at the Hawk requested again to delay court hearings.
Kaw Valley Almanac for April 13-19, 2026
Recent rains have triggered morels, so go check your favorite haunts. Several have been seen under cedar trees this spring, something that only happens when conditions are just right.
Lawrence Fraternal Order of Police raising funds for family of officer who died
The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #2 Lawrence, Kansas, has set up a memorial fund for those who wish to support the family of Lawrence police Officer Zachary Garcia-Kerns, who died this month at age 28.
Lawrence school board to hear plans for Family Engagement Center; new agenda platform is live
The Lawrence school board’s new agenda platform has launched, and the superintendent on Monday will share more plans for “enhancements,” this time focused on a new family engagement center.
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Midco and Native Lands collaborate to plan native plant park in downtown Lawrence
A park will soon take over an unused lot next to Midco in downtown Lawrence, incorporating native plants with the work of several local artisans and offering community members a chance to step into the role of stewards of native land.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Indigenous designers’ work to shine on the runway at annual Haskell fashion show
The third volume of the Haskell Indian Nations University Fashion show will feature creations from seven Native designers with a theme of “generational beauty.”
Logan Pierson / Lawrence Times
KU Powwow brings family, tribal representation and celebration inside the Lied Center
Dancers took the celebration onto the Lied Center stage Saturday for the 37th KU Powwow, honoring family, tribal representation and the circle of life.
Jacob Rice / Lawrence Times
Lawrence Public Library makes nerding out free, accessible at annual fandom convention
The Lawrence Public Library seemed bigger on the inside Saturday as superfans and media lovers packed both levels of the building with cosplay, fan art and a passion for all things fandom.
Jacob Rice / Lawrence Times
Friends, colleagues honor Douglas County Judge Sally Pokorny at retirement ceremony
Judge Sally Pokorny told the people packed into a Douglas County courtroom for her retirement ceremony Friday that she’s the luckiest woman in the world.
Lawrence board reviews early results in housing study, advocates for deeply affordable options
Members of Lawrence’s Affordable Housing Advisory Board are emphasizing the need for community education on multifamily housing, more development incentives and strategies for boosting deeply affordable options in an ongoing study.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Next Public Health After Dark will focus on birth outcomes and inequities
An upcoming public health event will examine why racial inequities persist in birth outcomes in Douglas County and how the community can help.
Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: Pup cup fiend Miley is ready to be a KU tour guide
Miley, a 5-year-old shelter pup, is about to be Lawrence’s new favorite KU tour guide.
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