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Lawrence news September 13, 2023 - 1:27 pm

100-day closure of U.S. Highway 40 postponed until spring

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A section of U.S. Highway 40 (West Sixth Street) was set to be closed for about 100 days, but that closure has been postponed until spring of 2024, according to an update from KDOT.

Lawrence news August 27, 2023 - 2:25 pm

Section of Harper Street north of 23rd Street to close

by Lawrence Times

As part of ongoing work on East 23rd Street, the City of Lawrence on Monday will close Harper Street from 23rd Street north to the first private driveway.

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Education August 16, 2023 - 3:48 pm

It’s move-in week for KU and Haskell students; here’s what to expect

by Lawrence Times

Lawrence’s college campuses will be abuzz with activity again Thursday and Friday as KU and Haskell students make their way into town. Here’s some basic info for those we’re welcoming to town — and for locals who want to avoid the traffic.

Lawrence news July 24, 2023 - 10:22 am

Diverging diamond interchange coming to 6th Street and K-10; work will continue through 2024

by Lawrence Times

KDOT is beginning work on a project to create a diverging diamond interchange at Sixth Street (U.S. Highway 40) and Kansas Highway 10. Work is expected to be complete by the end of 2024.

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Lawrence news November 7, 2022 - 3:14 pm

19th Street eastbound to close from Haskell Avenue to Maple Lane

by Lawrence Times

The eastbound lane of East 19th Street will be closed from Haskell Avenue to Maple Lane beginning Tuesday, according to the city.

Lawrence news June 27, 2022 - 11:13 am

Construction begins on East 23rd Street in Lawrence; it’s expected to continue through December 2023

by Lawrence Times

The City of Lawrence has started a three-phase construction project on East 23rd Street that’s expected to last about 18 months.

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Lawrence news March 14, 2022 - 10:21 am

Round 2 of Old West Lawrence traffic pilot program to begin this week

by Lawrence Times

Install road barriers, gather feedback, rinse and repeat: the city’s pilot traffic calming system in Old West Lawrence is moving on to a second round this week, and some roads will be closed to through traffic while adjustments are made.

Lawrence news March 3, 2022 - 11:04 am

Reconstruction of East 19th Street to begin Monday

by Lawrence Times

The city of Lawrence will begin a complete reconstruction of East 19th Street on Monday, and the work is expected to conclude in August.

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Lawrence news March 1, 2022 - 9:40 pm

Pothole patching to close lanes on K-10 this week in Lawrence and east of Douglas County

by Lawrence Times

Road maintenance on Kansas Highway 10 will cause delays on Wednesday and Friday this week, according to KanDrive.

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Lawrence news February 8, 2022 - 11:20 am

Construction to start Monday at 9th and Iowa; lane closures will be needed

by Lawrence Times

Construction work starting next week near the intersection of 9th and Iowa streets in Lawrence will mean lane closures and traffic signal interruptions in the area.

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