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Planning Commission recommends zoning changes for former Dragon’s Hoard site, Bert Nash housing
Planning commissioners gave nods of approval to one zoning request to allow houses to be built at the former Dragon’s Hoard location and another for Bert Nash to construct apartments off Sixth and Rockledge.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Planning Commission recommends zoning changes for former Dragon’s Hoard site, Bert Nash housing
Planning commissioners gave nods of approval to one zoning request to allow houses to be built at the former Dragon’s Hoard location and another for Bert Nash to construct apartments off Sixth and Rockledge.
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ACLU of Kansas, Loud Light to share info on anti-trans bills moving through statehouse
Local advocates will discuss current anti-trans legislation and community resources at a Trans Day of Visibility event in Lawrence.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence, Douglas County cultural events can seek up to $10K from new grant program
Annual events that “celebrate, honor and uplift the county’s diverse cultural heritage” could receive up to $10,000 in funding from a new Heritage Conservation Council grant program.
Kaw Valley Almanac for March 24-30, 2025
A wave of pink, red and white redbud blossoms is sweeping south to north across Kansas right now. The flowers and early green pods are quite edible and delicious.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence school district reports state and federal aid setbacks; board to hear budget update
The Lawrence school district may have to return funds already spent on security equipment, among other changes to state and federal funding the school board will hear about on Monday.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Applications open for Racial Equity Community Building grants from United Way of Kaw Valley
The United Way of Kaw Valley has opened applications for local people and organizations to seek up to $5,000 in grant funding for work to elevate marginalized community members.
Lawrence community invited to Korean Culture Day at KU
The Lawrence community can learn traditional Korean games, learn calligraphy and more during an upcoming cultural celebration at the University of Kansas.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lane reductions, road closures set to begin for Jayhawk watershed project in Lawrence
Construction for the Jayhawk watershed project is set to begin Monday, starting with a lane closure on Tennessee Street. The city expects the multiphase project to continue through the end of 2026.
Tom Harper/Lawrence Times
Tom Harper: Son of longtime Liberty Hall owners aims to preserve something ‘beneficial for everyone’ (Column)
Josh Millstein is stepping up to keep Liberty Hall alive and well, aiming to preserve his father’s vision and an iconic piece of downtown Lawrence’s historic district, Tom Harper writes in this column.
Proposed row houses to undergo design tweaks to fit into downtown Lawrence
Developers will work with architects to try to make the design of 15 proposed row houses better fit in with the area near Seventh and Rhode Island streets in downtown Lawrence.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Public Health After Dark panel to spotlight gun violence, prevention in Douglas County
Local experts will share data and perspectives on homicides, suicides and gun violence in Douglas County during the upcoming Public Health After Dark panel.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence city commissioners open to changes to balance power between tenants, landlords
Experiences of local tenants prompted Lawrence city commissioners to pursue creation of a tenant bill of rights, and to explore what it would take to ensure tenants can have legal counsel.
Peaslee Tech looks to build endowment with $100K donation
A $100,000 gift from a KU professor emeritus will help Peaslee Tech open a scholarship fund for young people.
Rain, snow headed to Douglas County; driving could be hazardous
Some rain and snow is on the way to Douglas County, but not much is expected to stick. Blowing snow, however, could create visibility issues, making driving dangerous.
Lawrence City Commission general public comment for March 18, 2025
Here’s the general public comment for the Lawrence City Commission’s Tuesday meeting, as public comment is no longer being broadcast.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence City Commission opts for compromise on increased occupancy limits
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday voted to change occupancy limits to allow a maximum of four unrelated adults per household in the least dense areas of town, and a maximum of five in the rest of town.
