As our community seeks ways to build a stronger, more sustainable and resilient local economy, there are inevitable challenges related to competition for markets and the desire to be "first to market" with particular products and services. It's great to find an example of local food businesses ...

As 2010 rolls around, I'm thinking about a lasting, useful, and appropriate gift for Lawrence and the region. My checklist for a good gift to this area includes: (1) something that fits this community as it is, (2) that enhances what is already good about it, (3) that helps attract and ...

As 2010 rolls around, I'm thinking about a lasting, useful, and appropriate gift for Lawrence and the region. My checklist for a good gift to this area includes: (1) something that fits this community as it is, (2) that enhances what is already good about it, (3) that helps attract and ...

Slow Food USA is continuing the push for new legislation to be passed that promotes healthier lunches in school cafeterias nationwide with an emphasis on providing locally grown produce. As a slow food activist, I have received insider information describing the goals and challenges set forth ...