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Free meditation, movement classes offer space for queer, trans people in Lawrence to ‘let it all out’
In a time when queer and trans people are politically and socially under attack, a free movement and meditation class in Lawrence seeks to be a space where the community can soothe their nervous systems and unpack all of the real, gnarly emotions.
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Person injured in crash on K-10; highway has reopened after closure
A 31-year-old Lawrence man was injured in a motorcycle crash on Kansas Highway 10 Tuesday afternoon.
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Tom Harper: Community to gather in ‘precious love’ to celebrate the life of Rob Blank (Column)
The family of Rob Blank — “Peace Man” and “Precious Love” — wants to thank the Lawrence community for the love and support it gave Rob throughout his life. They’re planning a gathering in his memory next month, Tom Harper writes in this column.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Graduation rates of Native American and ELL students in Lawrence decrease over 6-year span
Native American students and students in the English Language Learners program continue graduating from the Lawrence school district at the lowest rates compared to other subgroups, according to district data.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence school board waits to vote on proposed increase in meal prices
The Lawrence school board on Monday did not vote on the district’s plan to increase meal prices by 10 cents for a third consecutive year.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence city staff still not sharing proposed prices for rec center memberships
Lawrence Parks and Recreation staff members won’t share the actual proposed prices for rec center memberships until next month, but they did share further details and plans with advisory board members Monday.
Lawrence school district names next Hillcrest Elementary principal
The Lawrence school district has announced Christine Caffey as the next principal of Hillcrest Elementary School.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Info session will update Lawrencians on local and national immigration policy
In the face of uncertainty surrounding changes in immigration enforcement, two local groups are coming together to host an educational session featuring the most current local and national information on immigration.
Kaw Valley Almanac for June 9-15, 2025
Many in eastern Kansas are experiencing the annual explosion of hackberry butterflies, which typically perch with their wings folded together. Here they’re sunning themselves by opening their wings.
Two people displaced after house fire in central Lawrence
Two adults have been displaced as the result of a fire at a home just southwest of 21st Street and Naismith Drive.
Tom Harper/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Parks and Rec board to discuss proposed fees to use rec centers
Members of the Lawrence Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on Monday will hear a presentation on the city’s proposal to implement membership fees to use rec centers.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Rain gives way to rainbows at Lawrence PRIDE
Although it did indeed rain on the Lawrence PRIDE parade, the weather didn’t dampen the spirits of the thousands in attendance. And as the storm cleared, a rainbow encircled the sun.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence community imparts knowledge on bike travel, stuffed animal repairs and more at How-To Festival
Winnie Crough, 10, keeps a sewing kit at her school desk, ready to doctor a fellow classmate’s stuffed animal in need. She hosted one of the more than 30 stations Saturday at the library’s annual How-To Festival.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence school board to consider approving 10-cent increase in meal prices
The Lawrence school board on Monday will consider approving a 10-cent increase to student meal prices for the third consecutive year.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Restoration of native species, new boardwalk and volunteer contributions define future of Haskell Wetlands
The Haskell Wetlands, once harmed by detrimental farming practices, are undergoing a revitalization due to the Indigenous stewardship of the Haskell Greenhouse team. More than two dozen volunteers helped during a restoration event Thursday.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence to celebrate Juneteenth with parade, activities, new fun run downtown
An annual Lawrence event will celebrate Juneteenth with Underground Railroad site tours, a parade, food trucks, live music and family fun.
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