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Lawrence Life August 9, 2024 - 3:32 pm

Video game offers sneak peek at KU football stadium; in real life, construction of ‘wheat’ lights underway

by Lawrence Times

Some gamers are getting a glimpse of what the renovated Kansas football stadium will look like once construction is complete. In real life, the massive construction project is moving forward and wheat-themed lights are going up.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news August 1, 2024 - 8:38 pm

Clinton Marina closed because of storm damage

by Lawrence Times

Clinton Marina will be closed until further notice because of significant damage from Wednesday night’s […]

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news August 1, 2024 - 2:18 pm

Trees down all over Lawrence after storm; meteorologist says harsh winds were likely a downburst

by Mackenzie Clark

Trees were destroyed and damaged all across Lawrence in a storm late Wednesday. Thursday morning light revealed the extent and the collateral damage from felled limbs and branches.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news July 31, 2024 - 10:41 pm

Power out for thousands in Lawrence amid thunderstorm, strong winds

by Lawrence Times

More than 16,000 Lawrence folks lost power, numerous power lines were down and trees fell across town Wednesday night as a severe thunderstorm hit the area.

Mackenzie Clark/Lawrence Times
Crime & Courts July 27, 2024 - 4:52 pm

‘Them vs. us’: Lawrence community members identify barriers between police and themselves

by Natasha Torkzaban

A diverse group of community members shared varying perspectives on Lawrence police Saturday, voicing concerns ranging from how officers could show more compassion and preparedness in times of crises to making downtown feel safer.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news July 9, 2024 - 11:39 pm

Lawrence City Commission eyes big property tax increase after pleas from firefighters

by Mackenzie Clark

Firefighter-medics on Tuesday emphasized the worst-nightmare moments they see on a regular basis as they pleaded with the Lawrence City Commission to fund staffing levels the same way the city has in years past.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news July 4, 2024 - 12:34 am

Not with a bang but a whimper: Lawrence drone show never takes off

by Photos by August Rudisell

With storms in the forecast again, one might have thought the weather would be the biggest concern for the drone show planned for Lawrence’s Summerfest. Rather, apparent network issues rained on the crowd’s parade as the dozens of tiny flying machines never took to the sky.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Life July 2, 2024 - 7:46 pm

A view of Lawrence: Storm system to the east

by Photos by August Rudisell

A storm system was visible over the eastern outskirts of Lawrence Tuesday evening as more thunderstorms began to roll in from the southwest.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events June 21, 2024 - 11:50 pm

Split Lip Rayfield reunites at Kaw River Roots Festival in Lawrence

by August Rudisell

A Lawrence crowd welcomed Split Lip Rayfield as the band performed together for the first time since 2019 on Friday night at the fourth annual Kaw River Roots Festival.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news June 1, 2024 - 1:03 pm

Beekeepers’ Association hosts Bee FunDay at Douglas County Fairgrounds

by Photos by August Rudisell

The Northeastern Kansas Beekeepers’ Association hosted its annual Bee FunDay event on Saturday, giving pollinator pals a chance to see demonstrations and learn more about beekeeping.

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