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Raven Book Store opens free book collection for queer youths
With a new free book collection now available, the Raven Book Store is aiming to support local youths who are “perfectly queer.”
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B.L.A.C.K. Lawrence to host Black storytelling event with Spencer Museum of Art
A local collective of Black artists is set to lead an interactive event with poetry and music, including an open mic, to celebrate Black storytelling.
Heavy rain to be followed by cold temperatures over the weekend in Lawrence
Douglas County has seen a few inches of rain and could see more ahead of much cooler temperatures and a hard freeze expected over the weekend and into Monday.
Planning commission denies rezoning request for apartment complex in Brook Creek neighborhood
Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Commission members voted 7-2 Wednesday to deny a developer’s rezoning request that would have brought a 360-unit apartment complex one step closer to construction on the far eastern edge of town.
Lawrence High students to put on Chesty’s Haunted House, a fundraiser for the science department
Students of Lawrence High School are planning spooky science fun for those who attend their Halloween-themed fundraiser on Sunday.
Renowned trumpeter and Lawrence school district band teacher earn Lied Center honors
The Lied Center has named Terence Blanchard, Grammy Award-winning composer and trumpeter, and Melissa Smith, assistant director of bands at Free State High School and West Middle School, as this season’s IMPACT Award winners.
KU research: Human-driven climate change to amplify risk of toxin concentration in U.S. lakes
KU researchers have raised a warning about environmental conditions that could drive the toxin produced by some blue-green algal species to spike as temperatures rise.
Lawrence school district superintendent calls for unity to support students
Superintendent Anthony Lewis spoke on budget cuts, improved graduation rates and more, and he called for unity to support students during his first State of Schools address Tuesday evening.
Update: Missing 11-year-old found safe, Lawrence police say
Updated story: Lawrence police late Tuesday found a missing 11-year-old child safe.
Hang12, local teen artist to debut exhibit focused on upbringing and identity
Henry Farthing grew up surrounded by art. This Friday, they will debut their own collection of prints and photographs that invite viewers to reflect on their own personal upbringings.
Brook Creek neighbors to stand against proposed 360-unit complex on east side of Lawrence
Planning commissioners on Wednesday will consider a developer’s rezoning request for an apartment complex that many Brook Creek residents fear would permanently change the character of their neighborhood.
Planning commission delays action on proposed wind regulations after 8-hour meeting
Planning commissioners asked many questions but opted not to take any final action on proposed wind regulations at 2:37 a.m. Tuesday after hearing from 80 people and one peregrine falcon.
Lawrence school board approves partnerships on truancy prevention program, restorative justice
The Lawrence school board on Monday approved two legal agreements: one that launches a partnership for a truancy prevention program, and another that establishes a partnership for a third party to facilitate some restorative justice agreements.
Despite students enrolled statewide, Lawrence school district does not livestream work session on virtual school
The Lawrence school board on Monday heard a report on Lawrence Virtual School, but people who weren’t there in person were unable to listen in. That potentially includes more than 200 enrolled students’ families statewide.
KPR’s Live Day is Wednesday; hear performers live in Lawrence
Kansas Public Radio on Wednesday will hold its annual Live Day, a celebration of the station’s commitment to classical music.
KU kicks off homecoming week festivities; here are the upcoming events
KU is celebrating its 111th homecoming this week, and numerous events are planned on the theme of “Rah Rah Jayhawk.”