Kaydi Rudisell
The city plans to remove the basketball court in Watson Park, which is prone to flooding, during the summer as part of ongoing construction, and it’s not yet clear whether a new court will replace it.
The Lawrence Parks and Recreation Advisory Board tabled conversations about rec center fee implementation and Outdoor Aquatic Center renovations after the October monthly meeting was canceled.
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday heard from dozens about the 2026 budget, which will raise property taxes. They asked to add items during a conversation reminiscent of others in recent months, but now final budget approval is coming in two weeks.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
The Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center will host Pooch Plunge, the annual dogs-only pool party, before the pool is drained for the year.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
A longtime member of Lawrence’s Parks and Recreation Advisory Board has stepped down, citing among many concerns that she felt the board’s recommendation against the city charging fees to use rec centers has been effectively buried.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Luis Ruiz, the city’s director of parks, recreation and culture, is leaving his position, effective Oct. 3.
Lawrence’s Parks and Rec Advisory Board voted 4-3 to make a stronger statement to the city commission against a proposal to implement fees for residents to use Lawrence’s recreation centers.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Gardens, children playing basketball, a mischievous chicken and more illustrate the community of La Yarda in a mural to be installed soon in East Lawrence.
Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector
Sports Pavilion Lawrence will be closed Monday through Sunday, Aug. 25-31, for interior facility renovations.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Members of the Lawrence Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on Monday said they would not be representing the community if they did not oppose a proposal to charge fees to use the city’s recreation centers.
