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Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events October 12, 2025 - 11:47 am

First annual Kaw Valley Field Day draws families for rural fun

by Photos by Nathan Kramer

Community members gathered for music, food, pumpkins and more farm fun Saturday at the first annual Kaw Valley Field Day.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Crime & Courts October 10, 2025 - 5:31 pm

Judge denies retrial for Topeka man found guilty of murdering Lawrence musician; sentencing delayed

by Maya Hodison

A judge on Friday denied a Topeka man found guilty of first-degree murder his request for a retrial. His sentencing is now set for December.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news October 6, 2025 - 10:34 pm

Panel of Lawrence public officials wrestle with free speech in government forums

by Maya Hodison

Lawrence elected officials and civic professionals speaking during a panel Monday identified trends they say disrupt the public discourse necessary to make progress.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Business September 27, 2025 - 4:44 pm

John Brown’s Aboveground patio has reopened; it represents years of a small staff’s dedication to the downtown scene

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

John Brown’s Aboveground patio is open again after three years, representing a small team’s labor to survive the COVID era, adapt to changing city codes and net a James Beard award nomination.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Education September 26, 2025 - 5:42 pm

Local high school seniors recognized with awards from Lawrence Schools Foundation

by Nathan Kramer & Maya Hodison

Four Lawrence high school students were recognized Friday with the Lawrence Schools Foundation’s champion awards.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Environment September 18, 2025 - 5:24 pm

Lawrence Bird Alliance welcomes community to discover the joy of birdwatching

by Jordan Winter

On a sunny Saturday at the wetlands, a green heron soars across the sky. Below, Debbie Baker and Kelly Barth of the Lawrence Bird Alliance watch, sharing the experience with a new friend they made that day on the trail. This is a glimpse into birdwatching in Lawrence.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news September 17, 2025 - 11:00 pm

Candidates for Lawrence City Commission address annexation, homelessness during forum

by Maya Hodison

Lawrence City Commission candidates at a forum Wednesday said annexation is necessary to achieve affordability in the city. They also discussed the city’s response to homelessness.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events September 13, 2025 - 5:40 pm

Artists bring works in many mediums to Art in the Park 2025

by Photos by Nathan Kramer

Community members withstood the heat to check out the first day of Art in the Park on Saturday in downtown Lawrence. The show continues Sunday.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events September 5, 2025 - 11:56 pm

Free State High School students honored with performing arts award

by Photos by Nathan Kramer

Free State High School students celebrated their historic performing arts award during halftime of the Firebirds’ football game Friday night.

Nathan Kramer/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news September 3, 2025 - 9:08 pm

Housing advocates present tenant right to counsel ordinance to Douglas County Commission, push for approval

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

People with housing advocacy organizations urged the Douglas County Commission to schedule a vote and adopt tenant right to counsel next month.

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