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Lawrence City Commission denies Alvadora Apartments’ request to remove eastern gate
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday voted against allowing Alvadora Apartments to remove the gate that blocks residents’ access to one of the complex’s two entrances.
Lawrence City Commission denies Alvadora Apartments’ request to remove eastern gate
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday voted against allowing Alvadora Apartments to remove the gate that blocks residents’ access to one of the complex’s two entrances.
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Statewide policy bans trans girls from girls’ sports; Lawrence school district ‘will not waver’ in support of students
A new statewide policy bars transgender girls from girls’ sports, but the Lawrence school district is still evaluating what compliance will look like and voicing support for trans and gender-nonconforming students and employees.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence school board, Douglas County Commission to consider tax breaks for First Management headquarters
The Lawrence school board and Douglas County Commission will soon weigh whether to give First Management Inc. tax breaks to renovate a downtown building into its new corporate headquarters.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence school board to consider budget that would raise property taxes, hear report on social media addiction
The Lawrence school board on Monday will consider approving the district’s proposed maximum budget for the upcoming year, which would increase property taxes.
Lawrence City Commission to consider adopting CROWN Act; local organizers push for passage
Lawrence city commissioners are considering an ordinance that would secure anti-discrimination protections for people with textured hair, and organizers are urging the community to support its deeper meaning.
Construction costs for part of KU stadium renovation budgeted for $251M; recent locker room upgrades cost $4.1M
The construction work on KU’s football stadium and an adjoining conference center will cost more than $251 million and must be completed by Aug. 1, 2025, according to a contract for the project.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence’s Pooch Plunge rescheduled to Aug. 21
The Lawrence Parks and Recreation department has moved the annual Pooch Plunge out a week later than previously announced.
August Rudisell / The Lawrence Times
Man injured in stabbing in North Lawrence; suspect charged with attempted murder
A man was injured in a stabbing early Friday morning in North Lawrence, according to police. They believe the incident was an ”unprovoked attack.”
Lawrence Public Library’s last celebration of summer coming up
An upcoming lawn party at the Lawrence Public Library will celebrate summer readers and help the Kids’ Action Club raise funds for the Lawrence Humane Society.
Mark Potts / Lawrence Times
Event to celebrate new volume of ‘Embattled Lawrence’
The Raven Book Store, Watkins Museum of History and the many editors and collaborators for the new “Embattled Lawrence” book are joining forces to host a release celebration for the new installation.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Fire devastates North Lawrence shoe repair business; owners look ahead to ‘new beginning’
Bruce and Kris Barlow woke up in a panic early Monday, forced to face the reality that their beloved family business was beyond saving. But as they cope with the tragedy, they’re feeling the community’s love.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Municipal Court to kick off night court pilot program
Lawrence Municipal Court next week will roll out a pilot night court program, which will add an early evening docket once a month to create more flexibility for defendants.
Mackenzie Clark/Lawrence Times
Courtroom will be open for teen’s hearing in Lawrence boy’s shooting death
The courtroom will be open when a Douglas County judge determines whether a teen will face trial in a Lawrence boy’s shooting death, but there will be strict rules for those in attendance.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Photos: Community members celebrate new art at Panda Pediatrics
Panda Pediatrics partnered with local artists to transform its waiting area into an art experience. Community members gathered Tuesday to get a glimpse at the clinic’s new look.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence City Commission does not reach consensus on proposed changes to public comment
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday could not come to a decision on how to change general public comment and, therefore, opted to make no change.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence City Commission approves ban on single-use plastic bags
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday approved a revived ordinance banning single-use plastic bags citywide.
