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Lawrence news November 21, 2025 - 4:19 pm

Lawrence, Douglas County law enforcement to boost seat belt enforcement over Thanksgiving week

by Lawrence Times

The Lawrence Police Department and Douglas County Sheriff’s Office will have enhanced patrols to boost enforcement of seat belt usage over the next week.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events November 21, 2025 - 1:53 pm

Lawrence holiday lighting, Santa rescue coming up: Will the jolly man get stuck again? 

by Lawrence Times

Despite his expertise with high-flying reindeer and tight chimney squeezes, Santa has a bad habit of getting stranded on top of the Weaver’s Department Store, and Lawrencians are waiting with bated breath to see if it will happen again this year.

Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Life November 16, 2025 - 10:32 am

Parkside Christmas owners retire Lawrence light show after 16 years

by Maya Hodison

After 16 years bringing cheer to Lawrence, the synchronized holiday display known as Parkside Christmas will not return.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events November 14, 2025 - 12:36 pm

20 upcoming Lawrence holiday markets offer ways to shop local

by Lawrence Times

Check two boxes off your list this holiday season by shopping local and getting some one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones with this guide to 20 upcoming vendor fairs and art markets, starting this weekend in Lawrence.

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