The Journal-World asked Lawrence school board candidates how they would apply First Amendment principles in office, oversee public meetings, and handle media relations — whether through direct communication or official spokespeople. Each candidate was asked the question: “As a public ...
Seven candidates are running for the Lawrence school board in the general election this November, and only three will be elected. The Lawrence school board currently has seven members — President GR Gordon-Ross, Vice President Bob Byers, Kelly Jones, Carole Cadue-Blackwood, Anne Costello, ...
Protesters at Lawrence's Watson Park joined a nationwide "No Kings!" rally effort Saturday. The “No Kings!” demonstrations are peaceful protests of what organizers describe as authoritarian policies and corruption in the Trump administration.
Professionals and amateurs gathered Saturday at the Douglas County Fairgrounds to participate in the Midwest Stone Fest at the Free State Highland Games. As the Journal-World reported, Highland games are a style of traditional Scottish events that have taken place for centuries both in Scotland ...
As the Lawrence community celebrated the grand opening of the new Dillons at The Crossing Friday morning, officials expressed hope that the grocery store would spur growth around KU's west campus. The new store at 2205 Iowa St. opened at 7 a.m., and shoppers were eager to get inside. One ...
The Lawrence school board is set to consider architectural service contracts for two large capital projects totaling $1 million. On Monday, board members will consider approving contracts for renovations at the former Centennial Elementary School building, 2145 Louisiana St., and the expansion ...