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Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events October 7, 2025 - 7:21 pm

Dozens of Halloween-themed events, fall festivals for adults coming up in Lawrence

by Lawrence Times

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.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education September 30, 2025 - 5:14 pm

Students arrested after Lawrence High School fire; district aims to improve communications

by Lawrence Times

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.

Phoenix Adams/Contributed photo
Education September 29, 2025 - 5:28 pm

Small fire at Lawrence High School leads to evacuation, sets off alarms for some parents

by Maya Hodison

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.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education September 3, 2025 - 3:08 pm

Bathroom policies at Lawrence High School interrupt learning, keep students from accessing toilets

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

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.

Education August 8, 2025 - 6:38 pm

Six Lawrence High School alumni to be inducted into Hall of Honor

by Lawrence Times

The Lawrence Lions Alumni Association has announced six inductees into the Hall of Honor this year.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Education May 20, 2025 - 10:29 pm

Lawrence High Class of 2025 graduates, prepares to seize a changing world

by Maya Hodison

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.

Pancho Metz / Lawrence Times
Education May 13, 2025 - 2:23 pm

Graduations for Free State, Lawrence High, KU and more coming up

by Lawrence Times

Ceremonies are beginning this week for graduates from Lawrence high schools and specialized programs, and KU’s commencement is set for Sunday.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education May 6, 2025 - 1:53 pm

Parent left gun in gym bag for Lawrence High student, principal says

by Lawrence Times

A parent dropped off a gym bag that contained a gun for a Lawrence High School student, according to an email the principal sent school families Tuesday afternoon.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education February 27, 2025 - 7:01 pm

Shivers abound as Lawrence students, educators take a cold dip, raise $18K for Special Olympics

by Tricia Masenthin

Sunshine and temps in the low 60s were a welcome contrast to arctic wind chills a week ago. Still, that combination proved a bit deceptive Thursday afternoon as students and educators took the Special Olympics Polar Plunge outside Lawrence High School.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education February 17, 2025 - 1:08 pm

Lawrence High senior Zana Kennedy named Kansas Student Journalist of the Year

by Tricia Masenthin

Lawrence High School senior Suzana “Zana” Kennedy was named the state’s student journalist of the year Monday during a surprise ceremony at the school.

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