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Gov. Laura Kelly not ready to declare date of Kansas’ special legislative session on tax policy
Gov. Laura Kelly didn’t meet a self-imposed deadline for announcing the date of a special session of the Kansas Legislature to seek an elusive compromise on a package of major sales, income and property tax reforms.
Lawrence school board approves district’s 2024-25 capital improvement plan
The Lawrence school board on Tuesday approved the district’s capital improvement plan with about $17.3 million in expenditures, mostly involving facility repairs, budgeted for next school year.
Lawrence Republican candidate to run for Douglas County district attorney
Mike Warner, of Lawrence, has announced plans to run as a Republican for Douglas County district attorney — the first time a Republican has run for the top prosecutor job since 2004.
Lawrence’s South Park wading pool won’t open this year
The wading pool at South Park will not open for the 2024 season and will need substantial renovations before it can open again, the City of Lawrence announced Tuesday.
Baker University board votes not to sell wet prairie land; Haskell asking for land to be returned
The Baker University Board of Trustees has voted to retain land north of the Baker Wetlands Discovery Center that the university was considering selling to be developed for affordable housing.
Lawrence school board to consider approving capital improvement plan
The Lawrence school board on Tuesday will consider approving the district’s five-year capital improvement plan with about $17.3 million in expenditures budgeted for the 2024-25 year.
KU names next vice chancellor for research
The University of Kansas has selected Shelley Hooks, professor and associate vice president for research at the University of Georgia, as the next vice chancellor for research.
American Legion, Lawrence community members honor those who made the ‘ultimate sacrifice’
Lawrence community members, including many in uniform, gathered Monday morning to memorialize servicepeople who have died.
Kaw Valley Almanac for May 27 – June 2, 2024
Look closely at the gnarly bark of this cottonwood and near the top you will see a 17 year cicada from Brood XIX, which extends into the eastern two columns of counties in Kansas, even though most maps don’t show them going this far west.
Obituary: Brian Shigeo Kubota
Brian Shigeo Kubota, 3/16/1943 – 5/19/2024
Trees damaged, power out for many in Lawrence and Douglas County after severe windstorm
Numerous trees were damaged as a result of a severe storm overnight Saturday into Sunday morning, and a few hundred Evergy customers in the area were without power.
Tornado watch issued for Douglas County, much of eastern Kansas
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for parts of Kansas, including Douglas County, through 5 a.m. Sunday.
Art Tougeau brings funky creations on wheels to downtown Lawrence
The 25th Art Tougeau parade in downtown Lawrence showcased a ton of imagination and creativity in motion — including a giant bulldog.
Lawrence City Band’s summer concerts soon to resume
Lawrence City Band members will soon bring their iconic sound back to South Park.
5K Home Run for Family Promise set for Memorial Day
An annual 5K that benefits Family Promise of Lawrence, a nonprofit that aims to serve local families in housing crises, will return Monday, including free activities for kids at South Park.
Scenes from the first night of Lawrence Busker Festival
An annual downtown street celebration of artistry returned Friday, commencing the first night of the three-day Lawrence Busker Festival. The fun continues Saturday.
Douglas County voters: Here’s a look at candidates who have filed for election so far
Just more than a week remains for people to throw their hats into the ring for a big election year. The Douglas County Commission is adding two seats; every seat in the Legislature is up for grabs; and the top prosecutor job is on the ballot.
Wichita abortion clinic temporarily stops seeing patients amid leadership changes
Trust Women and other Kansas clinics have played an outsized role in treating abortion patients from states with bans. The clinic’s new board president says she hopes a pause in services will be “very temporary.”
Kansas’ smallest school district prepares to close in warning sign for rural communities
Healy’s eighth-grade graduates walked the stage as family members cheered them on. School board members were seated at the side of the stage to congratulate the students — all three of them.
Bishop Seabury Academy graduates told to ‘be both happy and good’ in their lives
Bishop Seabury Academy graduates and their families and supporters spent a joyful evening Thursday at the school to recognize the Class of 2024 and those who will follow in their footsteps.
When parking is free, American Legion event plans and more to know for Memorial Day in Lawrence
Here’s info about City of Lawrence service changes, the American Legion’s Memorial Day event and more ahead of the holiday.
Free lunches, meal kits available for Lawrence kids this summer
This summer, children ages 18 and younger will be able to eat a free lunch on weekdays in Lawrence, and families can pick up weekly meal kits to prepare and plan ahead.
Kansas DCF launches program offering $120 for hungry students over summer
Families that need food assistance during the summer could receive $120 per eligible child through the state’s new student-geared Summer EBT program.
Reconstruction underway at KU’s Potter Lake to preserve lake’s health, bring new life
Potter Lake on KU’s campus is getting a “makeover” this summer to preserve its long-term health, and it’s started with dredging the lake.