Leadership class shapes Lawrence

At least two other candidates in the city commission race were LL grads--Scott Criqui and Judy Bellome. Hugh Carter, whose term just ended, was also a LL grad.

Bryan Culver, quoted above, is Vice-chair of the Planning Commission. And Scott McCullough, Planning and Development director, is also an LL grad.

April 29, 2013 at 9:24 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Leadership class shapes Lawrence

The woman second from left is Susan Johnson, not Susan Thomas.

April 29, 2013 at 9:16 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Editorial: Bond reservations

I find the arguments for the school bond to be plenty persuasive.

We say we want neighborhood schools. If we mean it, we have to keep investing in them.

We need to get schools wired--or wireless--so teachers can engage students in lots of different ways, depending on how they learn best.

And we've GOT TO provide career training for kids who aren't bound for 4-year degrees. Other Kansas districts put us to shame in this area.

I don't have kids in school anymore, but I think all of this is vital.

March 24, 2013 at 9:29 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Your assignment: #FindTheKUHashtag

#KUcampus, #KUcool, #KUbuzz, #KUbeat, #KUofficial, #KUfact

January 22, 2013 at 11:47 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Lawrence Chamber of Commerce to honor 3 for service to community at annual meeting

Web was instrumental in starting the Douglas County Community Foundation, and is the only current board/staff member who has been with the organization since its inception. We are so grateful for all that he does for us.

Joan's record speaks for itself.

First class couple!

January 21, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Douglas County Community Foundation surpasses $10 million in grants awarded

Isn't that outstanding? Of course, the Cap Fed foundation has a huge banking corporation behind it. Almost all of the community foundation's assets come from individuals.

December 14, 2012 at 9:10 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

City approves policy in effort to make streets more pedestrian-friendly

I agree, and would add that the city will be freindlier to residents with mobility limitations. Dot Nary, an advocate for people with disabilities, gave very convincing testimony that this policy will help people who use wheelchairs, walkers, and other assistive devices.

March 28, 2012 at 10:57 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

Foundation provides record number of grants as need for services grows

I assume you want to know how much DCCF has given to the Lawrence Community Shelter.

We have made $176,000 in grants since 2004.

This year, the shelter got a community grant of $3,500 for resident's vital medications. It has also received more than $10,000 from community members who give through our foundation.

--Marilyn Hull, Douglas County Community Foundation

March 9, 2012 at 10:17 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )

It's official: Bill Self, KU want to join city in development of rec center, fieldhouse

So happy to hear that a deal may be coming together. The rec space is so badly needed, and I love the indoor track and wellness parts!

March 8, 2012 at 2:24 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )