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Jacob Rice / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events April 16, 2026 - 4:36 pm

Two Haskell seniors leave their mark on campus with a ‘girl’s girl’ art show

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

Haskell seniors Aziza Smith and Aiyanna Tanyan look at each other and see a reflection of an ambitious woman taking on the world. They’re leaving their mark on campus with a “girl’s girl” exhibition at the Haskell Cultural Center and Museum.

Arts & Events April 15, 2026 - 5:53 pm

Staged reading set for ‘Fire Messiah,’ a new Lawrence musical

by Courtney Lane

Ric Averill and company will host a staged reading of “Fire Messiah: A Community Musical of Miracles,” a new show still in production, giving the community an opportunity to help shape the development of a local musical.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events April 15, 2026 - 12:09 pm

Earth Day events coming up across Lawrence

by Logan Pierson

Lawrence has a collection of upcoming Earth Day events for all ages, including fairs, riverbank cleanups and fairy house building sessions.

Arts & Events April 14, 2026 - 6:30 pm

First public trail to open at Baldwin Woods Forest Preserve

by Courtney Lane

KU Field Station will soon host a grand opening for the Rice Woodland Trail, the first public trail at the Baldwin Woods Forest Preserve.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events April 11, 2026 - 9:36 pm

Indigenous designers’ work to shine on the runway at annual Haskell fashion show

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

The third volume of the Haskell Indian Nations University Fashion show will feature creations from seven Native designers with a theme of “generational beauty.”

Jacob Rice / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events April 11, 2026 - 4:45 pm

Lawrence Public Library makes nerding out free, accessible at annual fandom convention

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

The Lawrence Public Library seemed bigger on the inside Saturday as superfans and media lovers packed both levels of the building with cosplay, fan art and a passion for all things fandom.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Health April 10, 2026 - 3:37 pm

Next Public Health After Dark will focus on birth outcomes and inequities

by Lawrence Times

An upcoming public health event will examine why racial inequities persist in birth outcomes in Douglas County and how the community can help.

Jacob Rice / Lawrence Times
Lawrence Life April 9, 2026 - 10:22 pm

Lawrence gearing up for summer of soccer

by Courtney Lane

For Oumar Seck, his family and his team, futbol is not just a sport; it’s about bringing people together. As Lawrence prepares to host Team Algeria’s base camp for the World Cup, the community is invited to join in the fun and build memories.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Business April 8, 2026 - 5:37 pm

Service industry pool night at Lawrence pubcade serves up camaraderie, connection

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

Service industry workers who keep the Lawrence bar and restaurant scene afloat had the tables turned on them when a refreshed pubcade and pool hall served them a night of camaraderie and billiards.

Laura Kingston / Contributed Photo
Arts & Events April 8, 2026 - 11:56 am

KU powwow and cultural festival coming up; screening, concert to kick off events

by Logan Pierson

KU will soon host its 37th annual Powwow and ninth annual Indigenous Cultures Festival. Events will move indoors because of anticipated weather.

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    U.S. 59 south of Lawrence to be reduced to one lane through September
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