Would an Algerian sister city work? Only if Lawrence does the work, those with experience say
There are healthy sister city pairings, says Bill Keel, chair of Sister Cities Lawrence. And then there’s Polittourismus. That’s German for “political tourism,” says Keel, a professor emeritus of German studies at the University of Kansas. “You’re just kind of a political bigwig, ...
Kaw Valley AVA winery passport program hopes to help visitors discover Douglas County’s vineyards and their stories
Van Go artists’ new soccer ball sculpture marks their role in Lawrence’s special World Cup summer
It’s been clear that this summer Lawrence has been having a moment. As the Journal-World reported, Lawrence was recently named one of the top ...
LeBlanc, Voegele selected early in MLB Draft
Ballinger picked by Detroit in 7th round; Nayral goes to Blue Jays
Kansas' Brady Ballinger and Mathis Nayral were selected in the MLB Draft on Sunday afternoon, bringing the Jayhawks' total number of selections ...
Douglas County commissioners discuss solvency funding requests and ongoing support for community partners
Sexual Trauma and Abuse Care Center seeks county funding after state grant delays create budget gap
The Sexual Trauma and Abuse Care Center is seeking additional funding from Douglas County and the community after delays in state grant awards ...
KU Innovation Park could begin making tax-like payments for long-term tenants under proposed county agreement
‘Honor of my life’: Retiring Regents leader reflects on higher education and the challenges it faces
KU bringing back Day on the Hill music concert series; event part of strategy to broaden uses of football stadium
Planners open door for storage unit businesses downtown; new plans filed for golf course-living
Lawrence sales tax collections again last in the state among big retail markets; online sales may be soaring though
FTC sends warning letter to Lawrence-based Laird Noller Auto with concerns over deceptive pricing
KU student accused of selling wristbands to enable minors to drink at time of Hawk shootings
Driver accused of killing local actor was texting, speeding and under the influence, lawsuit alleges; his father is also being sued for negligence
Lawrence man gets nearly 38 years in prison for rapes that he videotaped; women describe ‘monstrous’ betrayal
Go, See, Do: Penguin Project, soccer, markets and more
Inside the the updated LMH Health Cancer Center
‘Walking soccer’ at Sports Pavilion Lawrence gets seniors into the game
After years of ‘weaving community’ for Lawrence artists, organizer hopes new brick-and-mortar market can be a community hub
Lawrence school board to appoint new president and vice president for 2026-2027
Kaw Valley AVA winery passport program hopes to help visitors discover Douglas County’s vineyards and their stories
