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Free State High School launching hall of fame to commemorate 30 years; nominations open
Free State High School has launched a nomination form for its first round of hall of fame inductees, which the school will celebrate as part of its 30-year anniversary.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Free State High School launching hall of fame to commemorate 30 years; nominations open
Free State High School has launched a nomination form for its first round of hall of fame inductees, which the school will celebrate as part of its 30-year anniversary.
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Environmental film festival aims to inspire wonder, stewardship for the Kaw River
An upcoming environmental film festival in Lawrence will support Friends of the Kaw while encouraging viewers to advocate for the Kansas River.
Lawrence Arts Center, city to host connection fair, encourage residents to join local organizations
The Lawrence Arts Center and the City of Lawrence are partnering to host a connection fair and film screening, which they hope will motivate residents to make connections and join local organizations.
Bakery in west Lawrence announces impending closure
Lawrencians with sweet teeth still have a few days to order from Smallcakes, a locally owned bakery in west Lawrence, before its upcoming closure.
Bert Nash names interim as new CEO
Dr. Kirsten Watkins has been named the permanent CEO of Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center following eight months in the interim role.
Maya Smith/Lawrence Times
Lawrence school board signs off on facility upgrades, hears update on state legislation
The Lawrence school board on Monday approved some capital project bids and received updates on state legislation that could impact schools in the district.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Mahjong Night at KU builds community between domestic and international students
KU students came together to play mahjong and explore its cultural ties during the Global Awareness Program’s first Mahjong Night. Because of their enthusiasm, more mahjong events will be scheduled.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
City of Lawrence receives grant to support county-city climate plan
The City of Lawrence is receiving a grant from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to put toward reducing climate pollution.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence Public Library community survey to close soon
The Lawrence Public Library wants to remind community members — patrons or not — that its survey to help shape the future of the institution’s building and offerings will close soon.
Kaw Valley Almanac for Feb. 23 – March 1, 2026
This blackbird-leafed elm tree is shedding its bird leaves in a gust of spring migration. We will gain 14 minutes of daylight this week.
Logan Pierson / Lawrence Times
Lawrence High powwow highlights young dancers’ self-expression, provides community fellowship
The Lawrence High School Intertribal Club Powwow on Saturday gave young dancers a place to express themselves and provided attendees a space for fellowship following recent ICE detentions in town.
Logan Pierson / Lawrence Times
Lawrence bike collective aims to make cycling affordable, teach repair skills
A local bicycle collective called Lawrence Community Cycles is not only a place to buy or earn a repaired bicycle — it’s also a community hub that aims to teach people how to fix their own bikes, and to expand access to cycling.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence school board to meet with few agenda items, including some capital projects
The Lawrence school board will open its Monday meeting with executive sessions, followed by a sparse agenda that includes a few capital improvement projects and a settlement agreement.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Haskell students gather Lawrence community in peaceful protest, demand ICE stay out of Lawrence
A peaceful, anti-ICE protest organized by Haskell students Friday afternoon brought swaths of community members together to declare that no one is illegal on stolen land.
Local resources available to help Lawrence residents file taxes
Free local helpers and resources are available to help Lawrencians navigate the 2026 tax season, including services intended for older people and Spanish speakers.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence sober living home expands beds for women in recovery to live with their children, build tenacity
A renovated historical home in Lawrence has joined Cardinal Housing Network’s transitional housing options for women recovering from substance use, this time allowing residents to live with their children.
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