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Arts & Events November 26, 2022 - 2:11 pm

Tails and Traditions to bring holiday craft activities from different cultures to Watkins Museum

by Chansi Long

Kids will have an opportunity to do a range of holiday crafts from around the world at the 10th annual Watkins Museum Tails and Traditions Holiday Festival.

Arts & Events November 24, 2022 - 5:07 pm

Lawrence Lights drive-thru holiday display and fundraiser to return

by Chansi Long

The fields at the Youth Sports Complex have been transformed into a whimsical wonderland. Lawrence Lights – Making Spirits Bright is returning for its second year at 4911 W. 27th St. starting Friday.

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Lawrence news November 22, 2022 - 7:02 pm

Future of North Lawrence campsite still unclear as winter shelter will soon open

by Chansi Long

With the Winter Emergency Shelter opening next week, city officials plan to reevaluate the need for the temporary support camp in North Lawrence soon.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Crime & Courts November 17, 2022 - 10:48 am

Woman accused of starting fires in North Lawrence had been turned away from camp, city staffer says

by Chansi Long

A woman who allegedly started multiple fires in North Lawrence Wednesday night had been turned away from the city-run camp behind Johnny’s Tavern, according to city staff.

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Health November 16, 2022 - 7:15 pm

Specialist shortage, scheduling issues complicate Lawrence families’ struggle to get kids mental health help

by Chansi Long

There’s a ”pediatric therapeutic desert” here in Lawrence, one mom says.
A play therapy provider says it’s a crisis “in the sense that there’s just not enough of us to do the work.”

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Lawrence news November 10, 2022 - 7:29 pm

Lawrence Community Shelter leaders explain reasons for lower capacity, issues they’re facing

by Chansi Long

As community members pressure the Lawrence Community Shelter to surge capacity from 50 to 125 people, team members at the shelter say they wish more people took the time to understand their decision-making process. 

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Lawrence news November 9, 2022 - 7:13 pm

Lawrence community members share concerns about city’s camp for people experiencing homelessness

by Chansi Long

Business owners, housing advocates, and housed and unhoused community members filled Lawrence City Hall on Tuesday to speak out about the city’s handling of homelessness and management of the camp behind Johnny’s. 

Health November 2, 2022 - 8:00 pm

Lawrence teen’s struggle to get help after brush with suicidal thoughts illustrates systemic issues

by Chansi Long

Just before midnight one night in early September, a 17-year-old Lawrence girl parked her SUV on a dead-end road, intent on killing herself. She was stopped, but getting the help she needs has been a struggle for her and her family.

Chansi Long/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events October 30, 2022 - 6:07 pm

Photos: Angels, Sanderson sisters and more trick-or-treaters enjoy Enchanted Forest

by Chansi Long

Hundreds of children and adults flocked to the Prairie Park Nature Center’s Enchanted Forest Trail-or-Treat Sunday afternoon.

Business October 28, 2022 - 1:58 pm

Archibowls to close; India Palace plans expansion

by Chansi Long

Despite a recent outpouring of public support, Sarah Busse will be closing Archibowls on Monday because the location has been leased to another local restaurant. 

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