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Holiday sights and lights in Lawrence
Here’s a look at some holiday sights, lights and happenings in Lawrence this season. Happy holidays!
Community supports local small businesses at Inclusive Winter Market in Lawrence
As part of the Inclusive Winter Market, nearly 100 local artists and small business owners showcased their work Saturday at the Lied Center. It opens for a second day on Sunday.
Hundreds of community members celebrate Liberty Memorial Central Middle School’s centennial
Generations of Lawrencians with connections to the school at 1400 Massachusetts St. — whether as Liberty Memorial High School, a junior high or a middle school — gathered Sunday to celebrate the school’s centennial.
Somos Lawrence: Gratitude for support of Día de Muertos (Column)
Following a large Día de Muertos celebration, Somos Lawrence, Lawrence Percolator and Moms Demand Action would like to thank the people and partners who helped with the event.
Young creatives come together to sell art, jewelry and baked goods at Lit & Local
Young local artists, performers and entrepreneurs showcased their talents and creativity during a vending event and open mic for youth ages 12 to 18 Sunday afternoon.
Downtown Lawrence trick-or-treating draws families in vibrant Halloween costumes
Penguins, superheroes, witches and more hit downtown Lawrence Tuesday to stock up on Halloween candy.
Kansas tops No. 6-ranked Oklahoma to win homecoming game
The KU football team has topped No. 6-ranked Oklahoma and improved to 6-2 on the season.
Rock Chalk Block Party returns to downtown Lawrence
Jayhawk fans headed downtown for the second annual Rock Chalk Block Party on Friday night, one of the final events of KU’s homecoming week.
Kansas Audio-Reader: Master gardener retires at 90 (Announcement)
Frank Male Sr.’s dedication, expertise and commitment has grown the beautiful green space of the Sensory Garden into the much-loved destination that it is today, Martha Kehr of Audio-Reader writes.
Haunting Humanities draws Lawrence crowd for spooky, science fair-style fun
Haunting Humanities was back this year to frighten, entertain and educate community members during the Halloween season.
First day of Maple Leaf Festival draws big crowds to Baldwin City
Community members from Baldwin City and beyond converged downtown Saturday for the first day of the annual Maple Leaf Festival.
Undead walk the streets of Lawrence during Zombie Walk
The Lawrence Zombie Walk on Thursday drew undead of all ages to downtown Lawrence to walk up and down Mass Street looking to sate their appetites for brains.
New Lawrence bus station aims to facilitate community connections
Lawrence Transit’s Central Station is nearing completion. The new facility will serve as the central hub for bus transfers, a departure from the longtime downtown transfer point.
Phoenix Award winners celebrated for their contributions to Lawrence arts
Richard Renner said Sunday that after 40 years of performing all over the world, seeing awards and accolades, his Phoenix Award for contributions to the arts scene in Lawrence “without a doubt means the most.”
Photos: Observers show up for eclipse despite cloudy skies
Clouds largely obscured Lawrence’s view of the partial solar eclipse Saturday morning, but that didn’t stop a crowd from showing up at Malott Hall.
Photos: Lawrence community members rally for transgender rights during bicycle race
Pink, white and blue flags abounded Saturday as Lawrence community members gathered to show support for transgender cyclists during the Belgian Waffle Ride.
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