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Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news March 28, 2026 - 6:46 pm

Third ‘No Kings’ rally brings generations together to protest Trump administration

by Hannah Loub

Huge crowds of Lawrence community members of all ages showed up Saturday to protest the Trump administration as part of a string of No Kings Protests across the nation.

Maya Smith/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Life March 23, 2026 - 9:39 pm

Lawrence community members, area activists rally and march for trans rights

by Maya Smith

Community members gathered Monday evening at South Park and marched down Massachusetts Street to protest for transgender rights amid the recent passage of anti-trans legislation. 

Community Voices March 22, 2026 - 7:14 pm

Tom Harper: Ben Graham’s craftsmanship preserves Lawrence buildings, compels with its details (Column)

by Tom Harper

Lawrence has benefited from Ben Graham’s generous spirit and broad skillset, particularly as a plasterer, since 1985, Tom Harper writes in this column.

Carter Gaskins/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events March 17, 2026 - 4:53 pm

Crowds brave the cold for Lawrence St. Patrick’s Day Parade

by Carter Gaskins

Despite very chilly weather Tuesday, Lawrence folks showed up for the 39th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

Logan Pierson / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events March 11, 2026 - 9:29 pm

Lawrence artists, community members convene for first 780 Songwriters Circle

by Hannah Loub

780 Songwriters Circle on Wednesday provided a space for Lawrence musicians to talk about their songwriting processes and perform for an audience of about 50 people.

Jacob Rice / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events March 6, 2026 - 12:05 pm

For a welcoming adult choir in Lawrence, singing brings connections, joy

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

Crescendo, an adult choir in Lawrence with a “come one, come all” attitude, wants every voice to shine, regardless of musical experience. They’ll showcase their harmonies at an upcoming concert with a local children’s choir.

Maya Smith/Lawrence Times
Education March 4, 2026 - 3:02 pm

KU faculty union rallies as bargaining team meets with administrators, hoping to avoid impasse

by Maya Smith

Members of the KU faculty union protested outside of Wescoe Hall Wednesday while the union bargaining team met with administrators for last-minute contract talks, hoping to avoid an impasse.

Logan Pierson / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events March 1, 2026 - 7:08 pm

Annual Eastern European and Eurasian Spring Festival gives space for culture, music and bliny

by Logan Pierson

The smell of crepes and the sound of music filled Liberty Hall on Sunday as KU’s Center for Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies (CREES) held its annual Spring Festival.

Maya Smith/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news March 1, 2026 - 3:31 pm

‘Hold the line’: Michael Fanone shares his Jan. 6 experience, champions accountability

by Hannah Loub

Former D.C. Metro police officer Michael Fanone described his “medieval battle scene” experience at the Jan. 6 insurrection and what ensued afterward that led him to become an advocate for accountability and democracy during an event Sunday in Lawrence.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news February 24, 2026 - 5:13 pm

Lawrence high school students protest ICE detainments

by Cuyler Dunn

A week after ICE detained five people in Lawrence, high school students protested at the corner of Ninth and Massachusetts streets Tuesday, saying the local ICE activity made speaking out even more important.

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    Third No Kings protest planned in Lawrence
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    Kansas Legislature imposes overhaul of state nursing board, voids 20 years of disciplinary actions
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    Free State High School launching hall of fame to commemorate 30 years; nominations open
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    Douglas County District Judge Sally Pokorny to retire next month
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