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Environment August 19, 2023 - 10:40 am

Operation Wildlife gives tips on what to do if you find injured or abandoned wildlife in Douglas County

by Jordan Winter

If you find an injured animal outdoors this summer, will you know what to do? Watch this episode of Lawrence Times TV to learn from the experts.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Crime & Courts August 9, 2023 - 12:12 pm

Lawrence Municipal Court to kick off night court pilot program

by Lawrence Times

Lawrence Municipal Court next week will roll out a pilot night court program, which will add an early evening docket once a month to create more flexibility for defendants.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Health July 28, 2023 - 4:46 pm

Lawrence training session teaches how to use Narcan to save someone from an opioid overdose

by Chansi Long

Chrissy Mayer of DCCCA led a free training session this week on how to acquire, store and administer Narcan in case someone overdoses on opioids.

Business July 2, 2023 - 5:12 pm

New Lawrence clinic tailors health care to Spanish-speaking community members

by Maya Hodison

When Natalia Leistner saw a need for local medical options that cater to Spanish-speaking community members, she took action.

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.

Tricia Masenthin/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Life June 1, 2023 - 4:34 pm

Here’s where kids can eat free lunches in Lawrence this summer

by Lawrence Times

Children ages 18 and younger will be able to eat a free lunch on weekdays at six locations in Lawrence throughout the summer, starting June 5.

Lawrence news May 4, 2023 - 7:47 pm

Kansans: Act fast if you need to change your gender marker on legal docs, attorney says; here’s how

by Mackenzie Clark

Time is likely limited for transgender folks to get their gender markers changed on their Kansas birth certificates and IDs, according to an attorney who’s an expert on the topic. Here are the basics of how the process works.

Andrea Albright / The Lawrence Times
Crime & Courts May 4, 2023 - 11:31 am

Douglas County District Court opens its self-help office

by Lawrence Times

People who need some help with court forms, understanding court processes and finding resources will now be able to get that help at the Douglas County District Court’s Legal Self-Help Office.

Health April 6, 2023 - 2:15 pm

Kansas could remove thousands of people from Medicaid rolls. Here’s what to do if you’re on KanCare

by Samantha Horton, Kansas News Service

Thousands of Kansans are at risk of losing Medicaid coverage as the state begins reviewing who still qualifies after a three-year pause. Experts and health care advocates advise people on how to best prepare.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news March 29, 2023 - 10:38 pm

Draft strategic plan sets goals for Douglas County to reach functional zero homelessness

by Mackenzie Clark

A draft strategic plan sets a goal of 2028 for Lawrence and Douglas County to achieve functional zero homelessness. The plan emphasizes equity, inclusion, and correcting imbalances of power. 

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