City prepares for conventions

Lawrence Local 393 of the American Postal Workers Union will be host to the Kansas Postal Workers State Convention on Friday and Saturday at the SpringHill Suites by Marriott.

The group will elect new state officers and discuss the condition of the Postal Service and its ramifications on members.

Legislative updates and contract education are also on the group’s agenda.

The Knights of Columbus 108th annual State Convention will be Friday-Monday at the Holiday Inn & Convention Center in Lawrence and will celebrate Council 1372’s 100th anniversary.

The group will reflect on the past year’s programs and plan for future programs and elect new state officers.

The Lawrence Convention & Visitors Bureau worked collaboratively with SpringHill Suites, Lawrence Local 393 of the American Postal Workers, Holiday Inn and the Knights of Columbus to bring the events to Lawrence.