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Transgender people in Lawrence lack answers about enforcement around invalidated driver’s licenses
Transgender people in Lawrence — and former residents who left the country to avoid persecution — have been swept up in the statewide confusion about enforcing anti-trans legislation that invalidates driver’s licenses with corrected gender markers.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Transgender people in Lawrence lack answers about enforcement around invalidated driver’s licenses
Transgender people in Lawrence — and former residents who left the country to avoid persecution — have been swept up in the statewide confusion about enforcing anti-trans legislation that invalidates driver’s licenses with corrected gender markers.
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Grant of $1.3 million to help fund improvements to Lawrence airport
The Lawrence Regional Airport has secured a $1.3 million grant to assist with apron rehabilitation, updates to its master plan and a feasibility study for a runway extension, according to the city.
House lawmakers strike out legislation meant to end Kansas local anti-discrimination measures
Following backlash to legislation that would have nullified local government anti-discrimination protections, lawmakers voted to strike the offending section from an anti-discrimination bill.
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.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence school board to consider budget cuts and school closures at special meeting
The Lawrence school board will meet Tuesday to discuss a list of proposed budget cuts, including potentially closing three schools that have not yet been publicly named and increasing staffing ratios at middle and high schools.
Kaw Valley Almanac for Feb. 20-26, 2023
Deer have begun shedding their antlers. This might be a good week to walk the woods looking for them, before rodents start chewing on them for the calcium.
Missing Lawrence man found safe, police say
A man who was reported missing Friday has been found safe, according to Lawrence police.
Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Lawrence community members shop accessory exchange to support 100 Good Women
Hundreds flocked to the annual accessory exchange hosted by local nonprofit 100 Good Women Sunday at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
College GameDay returns to Lawrence ahead of KU vs. Baylor basketball game
KU basketball fans got an early start Saturday morning as ESPN’s College GameDay returned to Lawrence.
Lawrence man, 38, not seen since Feb. 6
Lawrence police are asking for the public’s help to find a man who was last seen almost two weeks ago, according to a brief social media post from the department late Friday.
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.
Juana Summers, of NPR’s ‘All Things Considered,’ set to speak at Dole Institute
Juana Summers, a journalist who has covered national politics for more than a decade, will share her insight and speak on her experience Tuesday at the Dole Institute of Politics.
Lawrence Home Show to return this weekend after long hiatus
Following two years with no show, organizers are excited for the Lawrence Home Show to return this weekend.
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100 Good Women’s annual accessory exchange set for Sunday
Volunteer group 100 Good Women is hosting its annual accessory exchange Sunday at the fairgrounds. People can pick through jewelry, purses, shoes, hats, scarves and belts — all for $1 apiece — then stick around and mingle.
Should the Lawrence City Commission expand to 6 members plus a mayor? Voters will decide next year
Lawrence voters in November 2024 will vote on one question that actually decides a lot more questions: Should we directly elect a mayor? Should the Lawrence City Commission expand to 6 members? Should they be elected by districts?
Lawrence Style Scout — Winter 2023
In this episode, join us as we cruise the alleyways of downtown Lawrence in search of stylish folks. From flirty styles to industrial looks, everyone has a different way of showing their colors.
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