Lawrence panel to discuss political determinants of maternal health
Area experts will discuss how to improve maternal health outcomes as a community during a panel Saturday, which is also International Women’s Day.
Annual report shows increase in property crime, decrease in violent crime across Kansas
An annual report on crime in Kansas shows property crime rising and a decline in violent crime, providing benchmarks that may guide law enforcement and community leaders.
Willow Domestic Violence Center’s interim director named to permanent position
Jessica Beeson, the interim executive director of the Willow Domestic Violence Center, has been selected for the permanent position at the helm of the organization.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Douglas County organizations to receive nearly $570K to support crime survivors
Gov. Laura Kelly announced Friday that nearly $570,000 in grant funds have been awarded to five Douglas County organizations to bolster support for crime victims and survivor services.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence activists explore laws and landscape around gender-based violence in Indigenous communities
The crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, two-spirit and trans people affects all of Indian Country. Powerful change could start in Lawrence because of its strong and active intertribal community, activists say.
Panelists to speak about gender-based violence in Indigenous communities
An upcoming panel at the Lawrence Public Library will focus on gender-based violence in Indigenous communities, the law, advocacy work to combat violence and opportunities to support that work.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
‘Prevention is possible,’ advocates say of domestic violence
Community members who gathered Wednesday evening at South Park learned how watching for more subtle signs of domestic violence can save lives.
Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Candlelight vigil, clothesline display aim to bring healing for survivors of domestic violence
An event Wednesday evening in Lawrence aims to empower survivors of domestic violence and to promote healing.
Taco Wars competition will support Lawrence nonprofits, feature live music and local restaurants
Joey Pauda wants to create more spaces to celebrate Latino culture in Lawrence. He’s one organizer behind Taco Wars, a fundraiser in which four local restaurants will compete Saturday to serve the best taco.
Willow Domestic Violence Center director has left her role; Jessica Beeson serving as interim director
Megan Harrison (formerly Stuke) has left her position as director of the Willow Domestic Violence Center, and Jessica Beeson has taken on the role on an interim basis.
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