Construction has begun on three new retail buildings at The Crossing at KU, soon to bring three dining options to the development: CAVA, Playa Bowls and Jersey Mike's. lawrenceks.news/4pVOdTT
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The Mass Street business landscape is shifting as a mansion becomes an event venue, a beloved deli announces its return, a pizza shop suddenly closes and more. lawrenceks.news/3SgfYdt
People can view an art wall featuring work from previously and currently unhoused community members in an exhibition called “Unsettled Lawrence” at the Watkins Museum of History. lawrenceks.news/4wK5QsA
Some Kansas House incumbents in southeastern Kansas lost their seats in Tuesday's primary, more than 150 House candidates faced no primary opponent, and a Tonganoxie seat may still be too close to call. Via @kansasreflector.com: lawrenceks.news/4q3Eifk
Attendees at the Douglas County Democrats’ watch party in downtown Lawrence celebrated the failure of a proposed constitutional amendment as well as local candidates’ successes. Rep. Suzanne Wikle will retain her house seat. lawrenceks.news/4wFCZWj
Douglas County Democrats cheer amendment failure; Wikle to retain House seat
Attendees at the Douglas County Democrats’ watch party in downtown Lawrence celebrated the failure of a proposed constitutional amendment as well as local candidates’ successes. Rep. Suzanne Wikle wil...
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Republican Ty Masterson rode President Donald Trump’s endorsement to victory tonight in a seven-candidate gubernatorial primary, while Democrat Cindy Holscher shrugged off Gov. Laura Kelly’s blessing of a rival candidate to win the nomination. Via @kansasreflector.com: lawrenceks.news/3THcTDG
Masterson scores win in GOP primary for Kansas governor; Holscher prevails in Democratic race
Republican Ty Masterson rode President Donald Trump’s endorsement to victory Tuesday in a seven-candidate gubernatorial primary, while Democrat Cindy Holscher shrugged off Gov. Laura Kelly’s blessing ...
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With most Douglas County precincts counted, Douglas County Commissioner Patrick Kelly appears poised to retain his seat, and newcomer Ethan Spurling has ousted incumbent Gene Dorsey. lawrenceks.news/4cl4axj
Douglas County Commission election results: Kelly to hold seat, Spurling to oust incumbent
With most Douglas County precincts counted, Douglas County Commissioner Patrick Kelly appears poised to retain his seat, and newcomer Ethan Spurling has ousted incumbent Gene Dorsey.
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Kansas voters rejected a constitutional amendment that would have changed to electing state Supreme Court justices, in a win for groups that were concerned the change would impact abortion rights and school funding. Via Kansas News Service: lawrenceks.news/4hfQreM
Kansas voters reject electing state Supreme Court justices as constitutional amendment fails
Kansas voters rejected a constitutional amendment that would have changed to electing state Supreme Court justices, in a win for groups that were concerned the change would impact abortion rights and ...
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At the Douglas County Democrats’ watch party in downtown Lawrence, attendees are getting excited as it appears a proposed constitutional amendment will fail. lawrenceks.news/4wFCZWj
Douglas County Democrats cheer likely amendment failure as Kansas election results come in
At the Douglas County Democrats’ watch party in downtown Lawrence, attendees are getting excited as it appears a proposed constitutional amendment will fail.
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Incumbent U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall will face United Methodist pastor Adam Hamilton in November’s U.S. Senate election, according to race calls from the Associated Press. Via @kansasreflector.com: lawrenceks.news/4yZyWWf
U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall, United Methodist pastor Adam Hamilton to compete in November
Incumbent U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall will face United Methodist pastor Adam Hamilton in November’s U.S. Senate election, according to race calls from the Associated Press.
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Lawrence city commissioners have voted to approve an agreement for $951,502 for the design of Fire Station 6, coming to northwest Lawrence. lawrenceks.news/4xidB8R
Lawrence City Commission approves fire station design contract for $951.5K
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday voted to approve an agreement for $951,502 for the design of Fire Station 6, coming to northwest Lawrence.
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Lawrence’s new city manager, Majed Al-Ghafry, has officially moved to town and started his job. He attended his first city commission meeting this evening. lawrenceks.news/4gcZOuA
Lawrence’s new city manager, Majed Al-Ghafry, is now working at City Hall
Lawrence’s new city manager, Majed Al-Ghafry, has officially moved to town and started his job. He attended his first city commission meeting Tuesday evening.
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ICYMI: Lawrence folks can catch local theatre performer Jeanne Averill in the season premiere of “Ted Lasso” at a free community watch party. lawrenceks.news/4xhWvbn
Catch Lawrence actress in new ‘Ted Lasso’ season at community watch party
Lawrence folks still swept up in the summer of soccer adrenaline can catch local theatre performer Jeanne Averill in the season premiere of “Ted Lasso” at a free community watch party.
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The City of Lawrence is working on Vision 2030 — the first update to the strategic plan since 2020 — and the city has announced more opportunities for community members to provide their input. lawrenceks.news/4xdXwB4
City of Lawrence announces more chances to voice your opinion on upcoming strategic plan
The City of Lawrence is working on Vision 2030 — the first update to the strategic plan since 2020 — and the city has announced more opportunities for community members to provide their input.
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Voters are staring down a complicated constitutional amendment question on their ballots. Here's what you should know to cast an informed vote on judicial selection. lawrenceks.news/ksjudamend
What to know about Kansas’ proposed judicial selection amendment on your ballot
Voters are staring down a complicated constitutional amendment question on their ballots. Here's what you should know to cast an informed vote on judicial selection.
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The Spencer Museum of Art has selected a painting as the KU Common Work of Art to accompany this year's KU Reads title, “Orbital,” by Samantha Harvey. lawrenceks.news/4wDmIkH
KU common book, work of art selected for 2026-27 school year
The Spencer Museum of Art has selected a painting as the KU Common Work of Art to accompany this year's KU Reads title, “Orbital,” by Samantha Harvey.
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Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday will consider approving an agreement for $951,502 for the design of Fire Station 6, slated for northwest Lawrence. lawrenceks.news/3S7g2MC
Lawrence City Commission to consider $951.5K contract for design of new fire station
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday will consider approving an agreement for $951,502 for the design of Fire Station 6, slated for northwest Lawrence.
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The secretary of state is in charge of responding to important questions regarding Kansas elections. The candidates running for the office have different answers. Via Kansas News Service: lawrenceks.news/4pUC5T2
Who's running for Kansas secretary of state in 2026? Here's a guide
The secretary of state is in charge of responding to important questions regarding Kansas elections. The candidates running for the office have different answers.
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Aaron Wright was set to stand trial this week in the stabbing death of a Lawrence woman, but his competency evaluation prompted a Douglas County judge to find that he is unfit for trial and needs treatment at Larned State Hospital first. lawrenceks.news/45IMist
Man deemed unfit for trial in Lawrence woman’s stabbing death, will be treated at Larned
Aaron Wright was set to stand trial this week in the stabbing death of a Lawrence woman, but his competency evaluation prompted a Douglas County judge to find that he is unfit for trial and needs trea...
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All registered Kansas voters can cast ballots in the primary election tomorrow (Tuesday, Aug. 4). Here's a guide to help Douglas County voters make informed decisions on county, state and federal races. lawrenceks.news/vote2608
Douglas County voters: Here’s the info you need to cast your ballot in the Aug. 4, 2026 election
All registered Kansas voters can cast ballots in the Aug. 4 primary election. Here's a guide to help Douglas County voters make informed decisions on county, state and federal races.
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This widow skipper dragonfly, perched on a twig, seems to have had a close call with a predator, as is evidenced by the hole in the upper right wing. Latest @kvalmanac.bsky.social: lawrenceks.news/4ySMsuP
Kaw Valley Almanac for Aug. 3-9, 2026
This widow skipper dragonfly, perched on a twig, seems to have had a close call with a predator, as is evidenced by the hole in the upper right wing.
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The Vinland Fair will kick off this week for three days of old-fashioned fun with homemade pie, tractor pulls, a pet parade and more. lawrenceks.news/45BI1XS
What to expect at Vinland Fair 2026
The Vinland Fair will kick off this week for three days of old-fashioned fun with homemade pie, tractor pulls, a pet parade and more.
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Around 200 community members gathered at the Granada for a thank-you celebration from the Algerian community with traditional food, a fashion show and gratitude for Lawrence's embrace of the country. lawrenceks.news/4cirT19
Algerian community members host thank-you celebration for Lawrence
Around 200 community members gathered at the Granada for a thank-you celebration from the Algerian community with traditional food, a fashion show and gratitude for Lawrence's embrace of the country.
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Reminder: The City of Lawrence’s annual electronics recycling event is coming up, and it will be hosted at the Douglas County Fairgrounds this year. lawrenceks.news/4g67Vce
Reminder: Lawrence’s electronics recycling day coming up
Reminder: The City of Lawrence’s annual electronics recycling event is coming up, and it will be hosted at the Douglas County Fairgrounds this year.
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Here’s info on when students go back to Lawrence Public Schools, when breaks are scheduled, school supply lists and more for the 2026-27 school year. lawrenceks.news/bts2627
When school starts in Lawrence Public Schools and more to know for 2026-27
Here’s info on when students go back to Lawrence Public Schools, when breaks are scheduled, school supply lists and more for the 2026-27 school year.
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City of Lawrence contractors have started work on 27th Street, changing Lawrence Transit bus routes and overlapping with Safe Routes to School for student pedestrians. Here are details and more traffic updates. lawrenceks.news/4x92bEj
Lawrence construction to impact transit routes, student pedestrians, Youth Sports Complex and more
City of Lawrence contractors have started work on 27th Street, changing Lawrence Transit bus routes and overlapping with Safe Routes to School for student pedestrians. Here are details and more traffi...
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Lawrence loosened its short-term rental rules ahead of the World Cup in hopes of catching a wave of visitor demand. A couple of local hosts say it was more bust than boom. lawrenceks.news/4wE3nzO
For these property owners, Lawrence’s short-term rental rules brought modest World Cup response
Lawrence loosened its short-term rental rules ahead of the World Cup in hopes of catching a wave of visitor demand. A couple of local hosts say it was more bust than boom.
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Families across Lawrence are invited to the Lawrence Schools Foundation’s third annual Kids Expo, a free back-to-school event packed with resources, giveaways and activities for students and caregivers. lawrenceks.news/4pSIpdY
Lawrence students can get health screenings, free haircuts and more at Kids Expo
Families across Lawrence are invited to the Lawrence Schools Foundation’s third annual Kids Expo, a free back-to-school event packed with resources, giveaways and activities for students and caregiver...
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Two free workshops coming up at the Lawrence Public Library will help residents navigate from renting to buying housing. lawrenceks.news/4xca5wL
Lawrence workshops to guide first-time homebuyers, advise on renters’ rights
Two free workshops coming up at the Lawrence Public Library will help residents navigate from renting to buying housing.
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The Kansas Supreme Court declined an expedited review of lower court decisions temporarily blocking enforcement of a state law that repeals the three-day grace period for mail-in ballots. Via @kansasreflector.com: lawrenceks.news/4pNoHAp
Kansas Supreme Court declines to take emergency appeal of election law
The Kansas Supreme Court declined an expedited review of lower court decisions temporarily blocking enforcement of a state law that repeals the three-day grace period for mail-in ballots.
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