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Education November 7, 2023 - 4:21 pm

Teal, kindness highlight lessons left behind by Lawrence High alum James Lynch

by Tricia Masenthin

Amid the red and black adorning Lawrence High homecoming festivities this fall, a pop of teal ushered in a campaign promoting kindness at the school. Here’s the story behind the movement and James Lynch, the 2017 alum who inspired it.

Health October 17, 2023 - 12:19 pm

Bert Nash is now a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, the center announces

by Lawrence Times

Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center got news that it has achieved full certification under the state’s new model for behavioral health clinics.

Arts & Events October 17, 2023 - 10:34 am

At Lawrence event, storyteller will share how to find humor in times of struggle

by Lawrence Times

Kevin Kling, an Emmy Award-winning storyteller, will give a free talk in Lawrence Thursday about growing from loss, finding humor and maintaining love and connections in times of suffering.

State Government September 26, 2023 - 4:20 pm

Mental health advocates ask for legislative policy that treats unhoused Kansans with respect

by Rachel Mipro, Kansas Reflector

Mental health advocates are once again brainstorming ways to approach the Kansas Legislature about the state’s growing homelessness problem. 

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Arts & Events September 22, 2023 - 1:52 pm

‘The Exultant Stag’ musical aims to encourage mental health support; it premieres this weekend

by Maya Hodison

Taking audience members through a journey of magical dreams, a new musical strives to destigmatize seeking mental health support. “The Exultant Stag” is set to open this weekend at the Lawrence Arts Center.

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Health September 22, 2023 - 12:02 pm

Treatment and Recovery Center of Douglas County announces new director

by Lawrence Times

Bri Harmon-Moore’s one-year anniversary with the Treatment and Recovery Center of Douglas County has come with new duties. The center on Friday announced her as its incoming director.

Health September 20, 2023 - 5:41 pm

Second workshop in BIPOC wellness series to center suicide prevention

by Maya Hodison

A free workshop this weekend will focus on suicide risk and prevention among BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) community members.

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Health September 14, 2023 - 7:13 pm

Grant will allow Bert Nash to roll out substance use treatment for young people

by Mackenzie Clark

Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center has received a grant to implement a substance use treatment program for people ages 14 to 21, the center has announced.

Health August 23, 2023 - 10:54 pm

Overnight mental health crisis center for kids and teens gets initial approval on rezoning request

by Mackenzie Clark

A facility that aims to fill in a gap in mental health services for Lawrence kids and teens secured a key approval Wednesday evening from the Planning Commission.

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Health July 19, 2023 - 5:10 pm

Local therapist to host workshop on BIPOC wellness during awareness month

by Maya Hodison

Racial trauma passes down through generations and takes form in people’s minds and bodies, Lawrence therapist Nicole Rials says.

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