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Lawrence City Commission approves increased fines for some traffic tickets
Lawrence city commissioners voted Tuesday to increase fines that people will pay for traffic tickets in municipal court, expected to increase city revenue by $40,800.
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Lawrence City Commission approves increased fines for some traffic tickets
Lawrence city commissioners voted Tuesday to increase fines that people will pay for traffic tickets in municipal court, expected to increase city revenue by $40,800.
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Lawrence school district’s budget committee to conduct equity analysis of cost-cutting proposals
As conversations continue about how the Lawrence school district can patch its budget shortfall, committee members will use this equity impact analysis tool to examine cost-cutting proposals.
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Lawrence school board sets special meeting to consider school closures, other budget proposals
Lawrence school board President Erica Hill has called a special meeting of the board to discuss cost-cutting proposals, which could include school closures.
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Construction to start Monday at 9th and Iowa; lane closures will be needed
Construction work starting next week near the intersection of 9th and Iowa streets in Lawrence will mean lane closures and traffic signal interruptions in the area.
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Virtual roundtable to feature creator of Free Black Women’s Library and a ‘dynamic group of Black women’
A virtual panel Wednesday evening will bring together seven Black women in conversation about the power of Black women’s narrative and in celebration of the many reflections of their experiences in literature, according to organizers.
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Sunset Hill’s Amanda Atkins wins counselor of the year award for serving as ‘child’s rock’
Sunset Hill Elementary’s Amanda Atkins has landed 2022 Kansas Counselor of the Year honors. “She is my child’s rock, and she needs to be recognized for it,” a parent said in nominating her.
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‘Night of 1,000 Candles’ to debut during Valentine’s weekend
An upcoming production sponsored by Lawrence’s Free State Film Society, “Night of 1,000 Candles,” will incorporate live music and experimental films in a candlelit environment.
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Kaw Valley Almanac for Feb. 7-13, 2022
This opossum seems to have a real sense of purpose after selecting a piece of hedge apple to take back to the den.
Lawrence women establish support group for girls with ADHD
A new support group is forming in Lawrence to provide a safe space for the growing number of girls and young women who are diagnosed with ADHD.
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Photos: Lawrence High School Winter Court 2022
Lawrence High School students crowned their Winter Royalty of 2022 during halftime of the varsity boys basketball game Friday night.
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Douglas County to consider loosening mask mandate to only events with 500+ people in attendance
The Douglas County Commission on Wednesday will consider an emergency health order that loosens current restrictions and only requires masks for indoor gatherings with more than 500 people in attendance.
August Rudisell / The Lawrence Times
Lawrence school board to hold special meeting of executive sessions
The Lawrence school board will have a special meeting Monday for four consecutive closed-door sessions, the district announced Friday.
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United Way of Douglas County selects 10 projects for racial equity grants
Projects aiming to center Native voices, build community through step dance, and heal trauma through a yoga retreat are among those selected for racial equity grants this year.
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KU student found dead in dorm
A male student was found dead in his room at Gertrude Sellards Pearson Residence Hall at KU Thursday evening, according to KU Public Safety.
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Tiffany Lewis, of Lawrence, aims to dismantle systemic issues through her consulting business
Tiffany Lewis wants to leave a legacy — for her children, her grandchildren and beyond. That desire, coupled with a growing compulsion to speak up when things aren’t right, have inspired her to launch her own business.
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Paper Plains Literary Festival announces headliners for April event
The Paper Plains Literary Festival on Thursday announced Angeline Boulley, Sarah Smarsh, and Colson Whitehead as keynote speakers for the inaugural in-person festival, slated for April 8 and 9.
