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Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Business July 5, 2023 - 3:58 pm

‘The time is now’: Longtime friends launch support organization for Black and Brown entrepreneurs in Lawrence

by Maya Hodison

Timing and purpose aligned when two childhood friends who had moved away to opposite coasts recently returned to Lawrence, feeling empowered to empower others.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Crime & Courts June 30, 2023 - 4:32 pm

Preliminary hearing for Lawrence man facing multiple murder charges postponed after defense attorney steps down

by Andrea Albright

The preliminary hearing for a man charged with killing two people and shooting at multiple officers last summer was postponed Friday after a judge concluded that defense attorneys will need additional time to review more than 9,000 pages of evidence in the case.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Crime & Courts June 28, 2023 - 7:24 pm

Decision delayed on whether 4 men charged with rape of intoxicated woman will face trial

by Andrea Albright

Four men accused of raping an intoxicated woman in Lawrence, then posting videos of the incident to social media, will not know until at least August whether their cases will go to trial.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Business June 23, 2023 - 8:14 am

Liberty Hall Video to close, shift rentals to new model; candy store to take over the space

by Chansi Long

Liberty Hall Video on Sunday will close the physical space that currently houses its hundreds of DVD cases, though movie rentals will still be available. The space at the corner of Seventh and Mass will be taken over by a new candy store.

Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Business June 22, 2023 - 9:28 pm

Get to know Andrew Holt, new director of Downtown Lawrence Inc.

by Mackenzie Clark

With a little more than two months on the job, Andrew Holt is still getting a feel for the town. The new director of Downtown Lawrence Inc. says he likes every place he’s visited thus far, and he loves how many unique retail stores downtown has to offer.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events June 22, 2023 - 5:14 pm

F-Mart Asian Market to celebrate new mural

by Lawrence Times

F-Mart Asian Market will celebrate the completion of a new mural on the side of its building, called “Cloudy With A Chance of Boba,” with a ribbon-cutting on Saturday.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events June 17, 2023 - 9:03 pm

Lawrence Juneteenth community celebration inspires power for local change

by Maya Hodison

Bill and Alcenia Shepard stationed themselves under a tree’s shade to enjoy the lively Lawrence Juneteenth celebration. They agreed that the secret to being together for 52 years is giving one another some space when needed. They also agreed that celebrating Black liberation means everything to them.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events June 17, 2023 - 6:02 pm

Photos: Juneteenth parade down Mass Street

by Molly Adams

The Lawrence High School drumline kept a steady beat as the Lawrence Juneteenth parade made its way down Massachusetts Street on Saturday morning.

Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Health June 12, 2023 - 5:28 pm

Former tenant seeks accountability for water leaks, mold issues in rental home

by Tricia Masenthin

Hillary Jones, a single mom and disabled veteran, felt frustrated and powerless when water leaks sprang up at her former Lawrence home. She blames mold for aggravating her kids’ asthma and wants accountability within a system she views as once helping her family but ultimately failing it.

Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news June 12, 2023 - 5:28 pm

Water leaks – obvious or hidden – can cause spikes in usage and high bills

by Tricia Masenthin

Water leaks can wreak havoc on one’s home and finances. Here’s how to handle a sudden increase in water charges and where to go for help in Lawrence.

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