When the Kansas Legislature convenes next week, the topics largely will fall into one of two big buckets — money or people. A Lawrence chamber of commerce crowd of more than a hundred heard from Douglas County’s longest-serving legislator that she continues to worry that the people issues ...
A day after the year's first rainfall on Thursday, Lawrence could receive a dusting of snow and wintry mix on Friday night. The National Weather Service in Topeka is forecasting a band of precipitation will move across central and northeast Kansas later in the afternoon, and portions of ...
Lawrence school board members next week will take a first look at a policy setting a target range for the district's operating cash reserves, aiming to maintain financial stability. On Monday, board members will discuss a fund balance policy requiring the district to manage its finances so ...
Lawrence city commissioners next week will consider a $3.15 million funding agreement with the Lawrence Community Shelter to provide emergency sheltering and other services for the homeless. The agreement the commission will vote on Tuesday is similar to the one from 2025, though it's smaller ...
TODAY Free State Story Slam: “Friendship,” 7 p.m., live music and social time; 7:30 p.m. slam, Black Box Theater, Lawrence Arts Center, 940 New Hampshire St. Real-life stories presented live and uncensored. Ages 18+ recommended; $10 suggested donation. SATURDAY, JAN. 10 Lawrence Bird ...
Peaslee Tech is taking its next steps on its $10 million endowment to expand access to debt-free technical education and long-term financial independence by appointing two community business leaders to help lead the effort. As the Journal-World reported, the Peaslee Promise Campaign is a $10 ...
