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Renovations to Kansas Union to include WWI memorial, game day watch spot and more
KU Memorial Unions have announced a renovation to the level four lobby and Jayhawk Ink space in the Kansas Union will include a WWI memorial, moveable furniture and a TV for game days.
Renovations to Kansas Union to include WWI memorial, game day watch spot and more
KU Memorial Unions have announced a renovation to the level four lobby and Jayhawk Ink space in the Kansas Union will include a WWI memorial, moveable furniture and a TV for game days.
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Lawrence city commissioners approve $57.5M for second phase of city’s municipal services campus
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday approved a maximum price of $57.5 million for phase 2 of the Municipal Services and Operations campus under construction on the eastern edge of town for an estimated total of $130.1 million.
City of Lawrence planning website redesign, seeking resident feedback
The City of Lawrence is asking residents for feedback on its website’s navigation, design and accessibility features ahead of a site redesign.
Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: For Coraline, the best time to wear a striped sweater is all the time
Pet of the Week Coraline might be more jazzed about pumpkin spice season than anyone, thanks to her love of snow and wearing sweaters.
Mackenzie Clark/Lawrence Times
Albert Wilson will not be compensated in wrongful conviction case, judge rules
A judge has ruled that Albert Wilson, whose conviction in a Lawrence rape case was overturned, is not entitled to compensation under the state’s wrongful conviction statute. The judge did not rule on whether Wilson was actually innocent.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
No Kings protest against Trump administration coming up in Lawrence
Lawrence residents can join the national wave of No Kings protesters throughout Kansas with a local demonstration this weekend.
Lawrence Parks & Rec Board discussion on rec center fees, pool renovations delayed
The Lawrence Parks and Recreation Advisory Board tabled conversations about rec center fee implementation and Outdoor Aquatic Center renovations after the October monthly meeting was canceled.
Kaw Valley Almanac for Oct. 13-19, 2025
This has been a dry fall, with more muted leaf colors. Rain will brighten some, but many leaves are drying up, limiting further development.
Tom Harper / The Lawrence Times
Tipi raising at KU to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day
KU and Haskell students will host a tipi raising Wednesday in celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
First annual Kaw Valley Field Day draws families for rural fun
Community members gathered for music, food, pumpkins and more farm fun Saturday at the first annual Kaw Valley Field Day.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence City Commission candidates discuss DEI in city policy, budget issues and more
The four candidates vying for two Lawrence City Commission seats shared their views on diversity, equity and inclusion in city policy in the face of changes at the federal level, the budget and more during a forum Saturday.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Reminder: Just a few days left to register to vote, update registration for city election
Just days remain before the deadline to register to vote or update your voter registration for the upcoming Lawrence City Commission and school board election.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Judge denies retrial for Topeka man found guilty of murdering Lawrence musician; sentencing delayed
A judge on Friday denied a Topeka man found guilty of first-degree murder his request for a retrial. His sentencing is now set for December.
Carter Gaskins/Lawrence Times
Cataloging and digitizing project at the Haskell museum will help tell the university’s story
A museum studies student is cataloging the vast collections at the Haskell Cultural Center and Museum to improve access to and knowledge of Haskell’s history.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Section of Mass Street to close for Lawrence Electric Vehicle Showcase, plus other traffic updates
A few blocks of Massachusetts Street in downtown Lawrence will close for part of the day Sunday for the Lawrence Electric Vehicle Showcase. Here are details on that, plus other traffic updates around town.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Dillons announces grand opening of location on KU’s west campus
Dillons has announced a grand opening date for its new location within KU’s new mixed-use development on west campus.
