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Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Business June 15, 2024 - 3:45 am

‘It was ours’: Lawrence artists reflect on Art Love Collective closing its doors

by Mackenzie Clark

Art Love Collective was only open for about 14 months, but in that short time, the colorful space became a meaningful part of the Lawrence arts community. That’s especially true for artists who didn’t have space elsewhere. 

Maya Hodison/Lawrence Times
Business April 10, 2024 - 11:44 am

Douglas County business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs can earn funding, training through free pitch competition

by Maya Hodison

Local business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can receive support molding business pitches and then compete for a chance to earn funding from a $25,000 prize pool.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence Life January 13, 2024 - 8:25 pm

‘This is grassroots organizing’: Lawrence community members make, collect donations to help neighbors stay warm

by Molly Adams

Huge bags of blankets, sweaters and other donations — including some items crafted during the makers session and supply drive Saturday at Art Love Collective — are on their way to help keep Lawrence community members warm. 

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education January 13, 2024 - 2:40 pm

Lawrence middle schoolers encouraged to use their voices for good at MLK tribute

by Tricia Masenthin

Voices from the past, present and future converged Friday at Billy Mills Middle School to share messages of empowerment, community and courage in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events December 16, 2023 - 8:45 pm

Lawrence’s first Inclusive Holiday Market draws crowd to more than 100 vendors

by Maya Hodison

Shoppers on Saturday turned out to support 107 diverse art and food vendors during the first Inclusive Holiday Market in Lawrence. 

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Business July 5, 2023 - 3:58 pm

‘The time is now’: Longtime friends launch support organization for Black and Brown entrepreneurs in Lawrence

by Maya Hodison

Timing and purpose aligned when two childhood friends who had moved away to opposite coasts recently returned to Lawrence, feeling empowered to empower others.

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