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Lawrence bike shop to hold ‘unity ride’ Saturday in memory of Alex Pretti

Lawrence bike shop Cycle Works will hold a “unity ride” on Saturday in support of one of the people in Minneapolis who was recently shot and killed by federal officers. Keith Muller, an owner of Cycle Works, said that the idea was sparked by a Minneapolis cycle shop called Angry Catfish. ...

Four Lawrence organizations partner to commemorate America’s 250th birthday

Four Lawrence-based cultural organizations have formed a year-long partnership to observe the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics, Watkins Museum of History, Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area and Lawrence Arts Center have ...

Annual Mardi Gras festivities hit downtown Lawrence next month

The annual Mardi Gras festivities are returning to downtown Lawrence next month with a midday parade, live brass music and plenty of food and festivities. The 2026 Lawrence Mardi Gras Parade will start at noon on Tuesday, Feb. 17, in front of Lucia, 1016 Massachusetts St., and participants ...

Events: Final Friday, MLK play, student talent show, history, music and more

Friday, Jan. 30 Final Friday Art Walk includes: Open Friday with Ayomi Yoshida, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Spencer Museum of Art, 1301 Mississippi St. Van Go Mural Unveiling, 4:30-6 p.m., J.Lynn Bridal, 731 Massachusetts St. “Everything a Body of Work” weaving art, closing reception, ...

Four suspects arrested after alleged retail scam reaches Lawrence

An alleged retail fraud spree came to a halt Tuesday night when Lawrence police tracked down four suspects with help from the Kansas Highway Patrol. According to a press release from the Lawrence Police Department, four alleged scammers were attempting to rob Lawrence Walmart stores after ...