The Lawrence Arts Center’s annual performance of E.T.A. Hoffman’s story of The Nutcracker and the Mouse King reimagines the traditional tale in a Kansas setting. “I consider the show to be a lovely family experience that is magical, transformative and that celebrates what Lawrence loves and also the season,” said the Arts Center’s Dance Director Hanan Misko, who is the artistic director for the ...
Those looking for the holiday spirit will find it in high supply at the annual Holiday Homes Tour, which showcases homes decorated for the season. Holiday Homes Tour Committee Chair Kris Marsh said many have made a tradition of the annual tour, and that she thinks people enjoy it because it allows them to share in the excitement of the homeowners hosting the tour. “They are people who just really love to ...
The city will be providing a 10-year property tax break to a Lawrence manufacturer with plans to expand its operations and add dozens of jobs. Grandstand Glassware & Apparel is planning an approximately $5 million expansion at its East Hills Business Park location. At its meeting Tuesday, the Lawrence City Commission voted unanimously to provide Grandstand a 50 percent property tax abatement for 10 years ...
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes some of the city’s own local traditions. On Thursday, all are invited to partake in Lawrence’s community Thanksgiving dinner. The annual dinner will be served from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday in the LINK dining room of the First Christian Church at 10th and Kentucky streets. Volunteers help host the event, and it is free and open to all. The city’s annual ...
The city of Lawrence will consider hiring a professional firm to conduct a nationwide search to replace outgoing City Manager Tom Markus. At its meeting Tuesday, the Lawrence City Commission will consider approving a contract with California-based search firm Ralph Andersen & Associates for a base fee of $27,200, according to a city staff memo to the commission. Ralph Andersen & Associates is the same ...
City leaders will soon decide whether to provide a property tax break to a Lawrence manufacturer with plans to expand its operations. Grandstand Glassware & Apparel is planning an approximately $5 million expansion at its East Hills Business Park location. At its meeting Tuesday, the Lawrence City Commission will consider providing Grandstand a 50 percent property tax abatement for 10 years on the ...