For those who grew up in Lawrence in the 1970s or '80s and remember the excitement — and perhaps a bit of trepidation — that came with ascending the ladder of the multi-tiered metal rocket ship at Broken Arrow Park, its new playground equipment may look familiar.
Broken Arrow Park is one of several city parks to get new equipment as part of the Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department’s playground ...
After operating largely online throughout the coronavirus pandemic, the Lawrence City Commission is planning to return to in-person meetings while retaining a remote option for the public.
The City of Lawrence announced Thursday that the commission will begin holding the hybrid meetings on Tuesday. Tuesday will be the first meeting of the new commission, which includes the swearing-in ceremony for newly elected ...
Douglas County leaders have approved changes to the animal control code that aim to improve how the county handles issues such as dogs running loose, displaying threatening behavior or harming people or other animals.
As part of its meeting Wednesday, the Douglas County Commission voted unanimously to approve revisions to the county’s animal control code for unincorporated or rural areas, including provisions ...
Proposed changes to the animal control code for rural parts of Douglas County aim to improve how the county handles issues such as dogs running loose or harming people or other animals.
As part of its meeting Wednesday, the Douglas County Commission will consider approving revisions to Douglas County’s animal control code for unincorporated or rural areas of the county, including provisions related to ...
As Codi Charles walked through the colorfully painted Haus of McCoy, they had ideas for what the bright and comfortable space could provide, but ultimately, they said, “the youth will decide.”
Haus of McCoy, a community hub for queer and trans youth, is literally located in a house, complete with a stocked kitchen and comfortably furnished living room, as well as several additional rooms still awaiting ...
The Old West Lawrence neighborhood is piloting a new traffic control method aimed at reducing cut-through traffic on residential streets, and neighbors will ultimately vote on whether a permanent version of temporary traffic diverters should be installed.
The City of Lawrence announced in September that Old West Lawrence had been selected as the first area for the Neighborhood Traffic Management Pilot Program, ...
