Plans to convert former Sunrise Garden center into apartment parking lot abandoned; 300-bedroom complex moving forward, though
The sun has set on an idea to use the former Sunrise Garden center as a 200-plus-space parking lot for a proposed apartment complex about a mile away in the Oread neighborhood. Lawrence businessman Doug Compton told me he recently canceled his contract to buy the former Sunrise Garden Center ...
Seniors are the ‘biggest surprise’ in first month of Lawrence rec center fees; also, a debate on free senior swim
Lawrence high schools participate in walkout protesting ICE
Hundreds of Lawrence and Free State High School students walked out of class Tuesday to protest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The ...
Strong fourth quarter for Kansas seals 85-68 blowout victory over Houston
Preps Notebook: Local girls wrestling coaches weigh in on Sunflower League tournament changes
The Sunflower League’s girls wrestling tournament switched to a dual-style tournament this year, with wrestlers competing against other ...
Douglas County highlights housing and shelter gains as homelessness plan nears two years
Douglas County Emergency Management to hold two upcoming workshops for heat readiness and severe weather training
Douglas County Emergency Management is inviting the public to two free upcoming workshops about heat readiness and extreme weather training next ...
Lawrence startups win grants to help get their health and tech innovations to market
KU student organization focused on promoting a day of service wins national honors during first award ceremony
Bill to limit how DEI is taught in universities pulled from hearing schedule, but may still come back
Plans to convert former Sunrise Garden center into apartment parking lot abandoned; 300-bedroom complex moving forward, though
News and notes including details on this weekend’s home show, and planned opening of wing restaurant
Local holiday sales show slight growth in 2025; new state report looks at how well Lawrence attracts out-of-town shoppers
Man who was accused of trying to rob Lawrence restaurant employee with 9-inch spike convicted of criminal threat
Burglar whose victims held him at gunpoint gets probation after judge finds substantial and compelling reasons
Man charged with criminal threat, interference with law enforcement, other crimes after lockout at 4 Lawrence schools
Upcoming events include basketball, Irish Pub Quiz, Mardi Gras parade and more
Is it chili? Is it mac and cheese? This slow cooker recipe combines the best of both
Snack like a pro on Super Bowl Sunday with Panko-crusted chicken strips and game-changing sauce
Southwest Middle School student Maci Perrins wins fourth consecutive Douglas County Spelling Bee championship
Douglas County Emergency Management to hold two upcoming workshops for heat readiness and severe weather training
The World Cup is the perfect place for disease to spread; Kansas health workers are preparing
