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Holiday sights and lights in Lawrence
Here’s a look at some holiday sights, lights and happenings in Lawrence this season. Happy holidays!
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Holiday sights and lights in Lawrence
Here’s a look at some holiday sights, lights and happenings in Lawrence this season. Happy holidays!
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Lawrence families navigate life with neurofibromatosis
When 5-year-old Leo Peper was diagnosed with neurofibromatosis at 9 months old, his family was devastated. They had never heard of the genetic disease, which currently has no cure. But they’re hopeful that could someday change.
Free State social studies teacher selected for assistant principal job at LMCMS
Phil Mitchell, a social studies teacher at Free State High School, has been selected as the new assistant principal and athletic director for Liberty Memorial Central Middle School.
Broken Arrow principal to become new principal at Sunflower Elementary
Amanda Green, current principal of Broken Arrow Elementary, will transition into the position of principal at Sunflower Elementary School rather than a new administrative position.
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Haskell graduates encouraged to take a chance on themselves
Life experiences can be turned into opportunities if one chooses not to wait, the keynote speaker at Haskell Indian Nations University’s commencement told graduates Friday morning.
Defense attorney and local activist to team up for events highlighting resistance in Lawrence
Attorney Ron Kuby will team up with longtime Lawrence activist Tim Miller on Sunday for two public events that will highlight free speech and activism past and present.
Former students honor Lawrence High School math teacher Matt Ellis with teaching award
In the halls of Lawrence High School, math teacher Matt Ellis will always be known for his collection of ties that he features throughout the school year. Now he’ll also be known as the winner of a teaching award that reflects his connection with his students.
Plans filed to bring Braum’s Ice Cream and Dairy Store to northwest Lawrence
There are more than 300 Braum’s Ice Cream and Dairy Stores, but none closer to Lawrence than Emporia, more than an hour drive away. That could soon change.
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Artists’ works respond to roadside attractions that lean on stereotypes and misappropriate cultures
In “Roadside Inappropriation,” artists Armando Minjarez, Mona Cliff and Erika Nelson each created a display responding to roadside attractions that appropriate elements of their cultures or portray people as caricatures.
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Former staff, students shine as inspirational role models at Billy Mills Middle School
A retired staff member, Kathy Stuntz, and three former students, E’Lease Stafford, Ekow Boye-Doe and the late Travis Sanders, were honored Wednesday for their positive contributions to Billy Mills Middle School and the Lawrence community.
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Van Go JAMS artists unveil new mural in the Baker Wetlands Discovery Center
Dozens of people gathered in the Baker Wetlands Discovery Center Wednesday night to view the new mural by Van Go’s apprentice artists.
30-plus vendors will have food, art and more for sale during Spring for Handmade
Lawrence artist Chelsea Rezabek will soon host her third artist-centered community event, featuring more than 30 local vendors offering handmade arts and crafts, homemade food and live music.
Lawrence-Douglas County Sustainability
Drive-thru event to recycle electronics set for Saturday in Lawrence; volunteers needed
Douglas County residents are encouraged to bring their disused electronics to a drive-thru recycling event coming up Saturday in Lawrence.
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Fresh Mediterranean owner plans to nix gas station, expand restaurant
The gas pumps at the Cenex station on 23rd Street are going away. But the falafel and kebabs that draw customers for much more than a fill-up are staying.
Lawrence High School principal to resign
Lawrence High School Principal Jessica Bassett is resigning from her position at the end of June, the school district announced Tuesday evening.
Lawrence City Commission approves marker honoring Margaret ‘Sis’ Vinegar
The Lawrence City Commission voted Tuesday to approve a plan to place a historical marker in honor of Margaret “Sis” Vinegar, a young Black woman who, at age 14 in 1882, survived a sexual assault by a white man but died in prison at age 20 after being wrongly convicted of the man’s murder.
