Latest sales tax numbers show Lawrence economy takes another dip
After posting surprisingly good numbers in June, Lawrence’s economy had no such luck in July, according to new sales tax data released by the state. Amid pandemic-related shutdowns and restrictions, Lawrence posted one of the larger sales tax declines of any major retail area in the state. ...
New housing aid program using $850,000 in CARES Act funds to help dozens of families; nonprofits say need for assistance has risen ‘astronomically’
Douglas County Commission nixes jail expansion plans in 3-0 vote
The Douglas County Commission on Wednesday laid to rest a long-debated plan to expand the local jail. Commissioners passed a resolution in ...
Baylor shakes off early rust, rolls past Kansas for 47-14 win
Notebook: QB carousel might be back for Jayhawks’ next game
Depending on how the next few days of practices play out — and the health of one of the Jayhawks’ offensive veterans — the Kansas football ...
City of Lawrence continues to suspend late fees and shut-offs for overdue utility accounts; changes to be considered soon
Kelly announces unified testing strategy to bolster Kansas’ COVID-19 response as state sets record for new cases
On the same day that Kansas hit a new high for new COVID-19 cases in a single data reporting period, Gov. Laura Kelly announced a strategy to ...
Numbers of interest about the Lawrence Police Department from the 2019 Benchmark Cities Survey
Man sentenced to 5 years in prison for sexual abuse of girls
Lawrence police blotter for Sept. 28, 2020
City’s $1.5M in CARES funding to support utility bill assistance, air-cleaning systems, child care and other programs
City of Lawrence continues to suspend late fees and shut-offs for overdue utility accounts; changes to be considered soon
Settlement finalized between City of Lawrence, motorist who was shot during altercation with Lawrence police officer
Kansas reports record 16% of latest virus tests returned positive
Kelly announces unified testing strategy to bolster Kansas’ COVID-19 response as state sets record for new cases
Kansas Statehouse meditation room moved to create space for staff
Report shows average utility bill in Lawrence is higher than in most U.S. metro areas
Latest sales tax numbers show Lawrence economy takes another dip
Parade of Homes, in person or virtual, set for this weekend; a look at local building numbers
Short film about East Lawrence history and iconic Wishing Bench will premiere this week
COVID-19 cases in Douglas County increase by 109 to 2,283; 530 cases are active
LMH Health reaches deal to keep local physician company at emergency department
Crave: A Scandinavian spread
Crave: Back-to-school season calls for easy sheet-pan suppers
Rural home located only a short drive from downtown is perfect balance for longtime Lawrence-area couple
