With tables and chairs arriving this week, Q39 barbecue owner Kelly Magee is reasonably confident in saying that the restaurant’s new downtown Lawrence location will have its grand opening on March 10. That’s something, given that confidence isn’t an emotion that has been overflowing ...
Lawrence Music Alliance leader wins a Governor’s Arts Award; his group is working on a music week, tour support and more
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 ...
Lawrence boys, girls basketball win home doubleheader against Shawnee Mission West
KU, unbeaten No. 1 Arizona win to set up Big Monday showdown
The Kansas men’s basketball team emerged unscathed from Saturday afternoon’s game against Utah, having won 71-59, despite what head coach ...
Douglas County commissioners explore new food system priorities as nearly decade-old plan nears milestone
Douglas County closes 2025 with $6.7M budget surplus, commissioners to consider year-end transfers
Douglas County ended 2025 with a $6.7 million budget surplus after revenues exceeded projections and spending came in below estimates. About ...











