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Former Lawrence substitute teacher, basketball coach and community mentor dies at 79
Craig Butler was known for far more than the bass heard in the words he spoke. He also helped many Lawrence youths find their own voices.
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Lawrence school board to consider approving LHS fire repairs, hear report on class sizes
The Lawrence school board on Monday will consider approving a $142,393 expense to repair damages from a fire in a Lawrence High School locker room.
Lawrence High students win awards at 2D and 3D art competition
Four Lawrence High School students won top awards at a major art competition in Merriam this week.
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Free State journalism students, former Lawrence High adviser net national awards
Several Free State High School students claimed national awards for reporting, photojournalism and design, and a local journalism instructor netted the National Scholastic Press Association’s highest honor for educators.
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Dozens of Halloween-themed events, fall festivals for adults coming up in Lawrence
Tricks and treats aren’t just for Lawrence kids. There are plenty of spine-tingling events around town geared toward adults, including haunted houses, “Rocky Horror Show” performances, spooky burlesque and more.
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Students arrested after Lawrence High School fire; district aims to improve communications
Two students were arrested following a small fire Monday at Lawrence High School, and the district says staff members will work to improve communication to parents in future emergencies.
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Small fire at Lawrence High School leads to evacuation, sets off alarms for some parents
A small fire in the designated girls’ locker room at Lawrence High School on Monday caused an evacuation, and some parents are upset with the communication, or lack thereof, from the school.
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Bathroom policies at Lawrence High School interrupt learning, keep students from accessing toilets
Lawrence High School administrators instituted mass bathroom closures to address behaviors like vaping and skipping class, but these policies are backfiring as kids lose learning time and struggle to find a toilet when they need one.
Six Lawrence High School alumni to be inducted into Hall of Honor
The Lawrence Lions Alumni Association has announced six inductees into the Hall of Honor this year.
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Lawrence High Class of 2025 graduates, prepares to seize a changing world
Adele Erickson imparted some advice from a fortune cookie to her fellow Lawrence High School graduates: “One must look back to learn to look forward.” The Chesty Lions Class of 2025 graduated Tuesday night.
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