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 places to visit in the country by CNN, and the city has gotten international headlines about how it has welcomed the Algerian national team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
With the spotlight on Lawrence, Kathryn Clark, the community engagement director for Van Go, ...
With the country celebrating its 250th anniversary on July 4, there are plenty of different types of Independence Day events happening across the region.
From historic reenactments to special pop-up events from the World Cup, Lawrence residents can find events not limited to fireworks shows — though there are plenty of those as well.
Here is a round-up of some of Fourth of July events going ...
Clenece Hills has served in many roles in her 88 years. A teacher. A radio host. And a top notch party planner for important local birthdays.
Hills served on multiple historic commissions that worked to commemorate historic celebrations, including chairing the commission for Lawrence’s 150th birthday in 2004 and the coordinator for Haskell Indian Nations University’s 100th year in 1984.
“I know how to ...
Lawrence and Algeria’s unique connection has become one of the runaway stories of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with social media, especially TikTok, being a huge driver of the connection.
Krys O’Brien, the director of communications with the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce, has played a key role in documenting some of the incredible moments happening right in front of her eyes. Although she said she posted videos ...
Donations from Lawrence residents to local hardware stores helped raise money to buy over 100 box fans to help families in need stay cool during the summer heat.
The Westlake Ace Hardware stores and The Salvation Army of Douglas County announced Tuesday the annual “Fan Drive” fundraiser had brought in $1,660 — enough to buy 105 fans for Lawrence families in need. The funds were raised at both Westlake ...
Downtown Lawrence will have at least two more chances to celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup with watch parties, organizers announced Monday — one for the United States and one for Lawrence’s “adopted team” of Algeria.
The Granada will be hosting the free celebrations on Wednesday, July 1, for the United States' match against Bosnia-Herzegovina and on Thursday, July 2, for the Algeria and Switzerland ...
