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August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Business September 2, 2024 - 11:08 am

How to unionize your workplace: Lawrence union leaders share tips

by Cuyler Dunn

Happy Labor Day! The holiday is rooted in the late 19th-century labor movement and honors the sacrifices of workers. We reached out to some Lawrence union leaders and organizers to find out how to go about unionizing a workplace here.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news July 9, 2024 - 11:39 pm

Lawrence City Commission eyes big property tax increase after pleas from firefighters

by Mackenzie Clark

Firefighter-medics on Tuesday emphasized the worst-nightmare moments they see on a regular basis as they pleaded with the Lawrence City Commission to fund staffing levels the same way the city has in years past.

Lawrence news April 20, 2022 - 6:00 am

Fire, ambulance response times are harmful for emergency outcomes in Lawrence, Fire Medical leaders say

by Mackenzie Clark

Over the last 15 years, Lawrence’s firefighter-paramedics have seen a 62% increase in call volume but no increase to the number of fire stations. 

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