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Jacob Rice / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events March 6, 2026 - 12:05 pm

For a welcoming adult choir in Lawrence, singing brings connections, joy

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

Crescendo, an adult choir in Lawrence with a “come one, come all” attitude, wants every voice to shine, regardless of musical experience. They’ll showcase their harmonies at an upcoming concert with a local children’s choir.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Crime & Courts March 5, 2026 - 12:11 pm

Some transgender folks in Lawrence balance uncertainty, resistance in face of new bathroom bill

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

Some local transgender folks are balancing fear, uncertainty and resilience as public agencies in Lawrence scramble to understand how to enforce Kansas’ new anti-trans bathroom legislation.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Business February 28, 2026 - 1:31 pm

Lawrence to get more fun and games with two new arcades, mini golf

by Lawrence Times

Lawrence folks wondering what to do on a Saturday night will soon have a few more options with two forthcoming arcades and phosphorescent mini golf.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news February 24, 2026 - 5:13 pm

Lawrence high school students protest ICE detainments

by Cuyler Dunn

A week after ICE detained five people in Lawrence, high school students protested at the corner of Ninth and Massachusetts streets Tuesday, saying the local ICE activity made speaking out even more important.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news February 19, 2026 - 6:19 pm

Lawrence sober living home expands beds for women in recovery to live with their children, build tenacity

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

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.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news February 12, 2026 - 8:28 pm

Lawrence city commissioners won’t restore free senior swim days as they await more data

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

Lawrence city commissioners considered reinstating free senior swim on Wednesdays at the Indoor Aquatic Center, but they chose to hold off until they have more data about rec center usage following fee implementation.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence Life February 11, 2026 - 7:10 pm

Courthouse, rec centers, city offices to close for Presidents Day

by Lawrence Times

City rec centers, Douglas County District Court and more will be closed Monday for Presidents Day, but downtown parking will be free and trash pickup will occur as scheduled. Here are more notes and details for the holiday.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news February 3, 2026 - 8:57 pm

City Commission pledges tax breaks for west Lawrence affordable housing project

by Mackenzie Clark

A majority of Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday pledged their support for tax breaks to offset development costs of an affordable housing project planned for the far western edge of town.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events February 1, 2026 - 11:02 pm

Lawrence students, teachers celebrated at Ovation! talent show; creator returns to perform

by Photos by Nathan Kramer

Community members gathered Sunday evening for the 10th annual Ovation! talent show, spotlighting the showmanship of Lawrence Public Schools students. 

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events January 30, 2026 - 8:07 pm

Young artists of Van Go, community celebrate new mural at downtown Lawrence bridal shop

by Nathan Kramer & Mackenzie Clark

Community members gathered Friday afternoon to celebrate the completion of the latest mural by the young artists of Van Go. The mural now decorates a wall of J.Lynn Bridal & Suiting in downtown Lawrence. 

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  • Lawyers for Kansas state departments see benefit to monthlong delay in enforcing anti-transgender bill
    Lawyers for Kansas state departments see benefit to monthlong delay in enforcing anti-transgender bill
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