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Arts & Events December 24, 2025 - 10:50 am

Have you seen this painting? Lawrence family hopes to reunite with cherished work of art

by Mackenzie Clark

A Lawrence family is hoping that perhaps by way of a Christmas miracle, they can reunite with a painting they treasured for decades until it was accidentally sold in an estate sale.

Lawrence news December 23, 2025 - 12:57 pm

Lawrence police to boost traffic enforcement around holidays

by Lawrence Times

Lawrence police will have increased traffic enforcement to be on the lookout for people driving impaired during the holidays.

Business December 22, 2025 - 6:39 pm

These Lawrence restaurants will be open on Christmas

by Lawrence Times

We’ve reached out to more than 100 restaurants around Lawrence. Here are the ones that have confirmed they’ll be open on Christmas.

Mark Potts/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news December 22, 2025 - 5:14 pm

Trash pickup delayed, free parking and more info for Christmas and New Year’s in Lawrence

by Lawrence Times

Here’s a quick glance at closures, service changes and more for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays in Lawrence.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events December 20, 2025 - 7:08 pm

Photos: Lawrence community menorot lighting

by Molly Adams

Members of the Lawrence Jewish Community Congregation gathered Saturday evening to celebrate Hanukkah with menorot lighting, a potluck, and fellowship.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events December 20, 2025 - 1:15 pm

Santa Claus’ associates in Lawrence usher in holiday cheer

by Maya Hodison

Since Santa Claus must conserve energy for his Christmas Eve omnipresence, he wisely delegates some duties to remote workers. Here are a few of the Lawrence locals who signed on to give Santa a helping hand this year.

Arts & Events December 18, 2025 - 9:31 pm

Where to see holiday lights in Lawrence – 2025 edition

by Lawrence Times

Though the owners of a beloved holiday home have retired, there are plenty aglow this year to keep us inspired.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events December 13, 2025 - 7:53 pm

Community-building on display at Winter Inclusive Market in Lawrence

by Maya Hodison

Jesse and Linda Hunter carry a legacy of their family’s barbecue business through their homemade sauces. Jesse & Linny’s BBQ Sauce was one of around 100 vendors at the Winter Inclusive Market, which reopens Sunday.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events December 11, 2025 - 11:36 am

KU student art sale to offer creative gifts in an abundance of art forms

by Lawrence Times

It’s hard to say what forms of art won’t be available at an upcoming KU student art sale, which will offer a comprehensive array of goodies for winter and holiday shoppers.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events December 11, 2025 - 11:19 am

Winter Inclusive Market to return this weekend; Phoenix Awards set for Sunday

by Lawrence Times

Lawrence’s third annual Winter Inclusive Market is coming up this weekend, and on Sunday it will feature the Phoenix Awards ceremony, honoring six local artists.

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