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Wednesday marked the first day in two years that transgender Kansans were able to change the gender markers on their drivers licenses after the Kansas Supreme Court denied Attorney General Kris Kobach’s appeal in a long legal battle.
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Kansans resume changes to gender markers on driver’s licenses after two-year legal battle
Wednesday marked the first day in two years that transgender Kansans were able to change the gender markers on their drivers licenses after the Kansas Supreme Court denied Attorney General Kris Kobach...
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ICYMI last week: Downtown Lawrence will welcome a new wine bar and kitchen opening Friday with natural selections and a distinctly townie mindset. lawrenceks.news/4gRC6mi
New wine bar and kitchen in downtown Lawrence will source local, serve up unusual pours
Downtown Lawrence will welcome a new wine bar and kitchen opening next week with natural selections and a distinctly townie mindset.
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Douglas County commissioners voted tonight to expand a property tax rebate program with a goal of offering further assistance to seniors with low incomes and veterans who are disabled. lawrenceks.news/4nDTnSx
Douglas County to expand property tax rebate program for seniors, disabled veterans
Douglas County commissioners on Wednesday voted to expand a property tax rebate program with a goal of offering further assistance to seniors with low incomes and veterans who are disabled.
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The two-person Pinckney Tunnel Volunteer Collective has quietly cared for the tunnel connecting two Lawrence neighborhoods for years. A larger group came together over the weekend to spruce up the space. lawrenceks.news/3IWVHVC
Volunteers spruce up a tunnel that connects two Lawrence neighborhoods
The two-person Pinckney Tunnel Volunteer Collective has quietly cared for the tunnel connecting two Lawrence neighborhoods for years. A larger group came together over the weekend to spruce up the spa...
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The Gardner Edgerton school district was the only one in the state that banned a book during the 2024-2025 school year, according to an annual report cataloguing bans and restrictions across the country.
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One Kansas school district banned a book in 2024, per national report
The Gardner Edgerton school district was the only one in the state that banned a book during the 2024-2025 school year, according to an annual report cataloguing bans and restrictions across the count...
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Readers are welcome to peruse thousands of books for sale at $2 or less each during the Lawrence Public Library's upcoming fall book sale. lawrenceks.news/474CWb1
Lawrence library’s fall book sale coming up
Readers are welcome to peruse thousands of books for sale at $2 or less each during the Lawrence Public Library's upcoming fall book sale.
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Here’s the general public comment for the Lawrence City Commission’s meeting this evening, as public comment is no longer being broadcast. lawrenceks.news/3WsqvRf
Lawrence City Commission general public comment for Oct. 7, 2025
Here’s the general public comment for the Lawrence City Commission’s Tuesday meeting, as public comment is no longer being broadcast.
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Tricks and treats aren't just for Lawrence kids. There are plenty of spine-tingling events around town geared toward adults, including haunted houses, "Rocky Horror Show" performances, spooky burlesque and more. lawrenceks.news/42wJgXk
Dozens of Halloween-themed events, fall festivals for adults coming up in Lawrence
Tricks and treats aren't just for Lawrence kids. There are plenty of spine-tingling events around town geared toward adults, including haunted houses, "Rocky Horror Show" performances, spooky burlesqu...
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Many of the dogs featured on Pet of the Week struggle in the shelter environment but flourish when they’re in a home or on a Mass Street Mutts outing. Flycatcher the Renaissance dog is no different. lawrenceks.news/3KENJ4b
Lawrence Humane Pet of the Week: Flycatcher is a true Renaissance dog who lives up to his name
Many of the dogs featured on Pet of the Week struggle in the shelter environment but flourish when they’re in a home or on a Mass Street Mutts outing. Flycatcher the Renaissance dog is no different.
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Kansas students can apply to in-state colleges for free through Wednesday. lawrenceks.news/3IYJnnW
College application fees waived through Wednesday for Kansas Apply Free Days
Kansas students can apply to in-state colleges for free through Wednesday.
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Three streets in southeastern Lawrence will be closed for about two to three weeks for an emergency sanitary sewer main repair, according to the city. lawrenceks.news/42td2MA
Streets closed in southeast Lawrence for emergency sewer repairs
Three streets in southeastern Lawrence will be closed for about two to three weeks for an emergency sanitary sewer main repair, according to the city.
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De Soto is moving forward with plans for major developments even though Panasonic may delay full production at its new electric vehicle battery plant.
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De Soto embraces ‘generation worth of improvements’ as Panasonic ramps up production
De Soto is moving forward with plans for major developments even though Panasonic may delay full production at its new electric vehicle battery plant.
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Lawrence elected officials and civic professionals speaking during a panel tonight identified trends they say disrupt the public discourse necessary to make progress. lawrenceks.news/47cnbjp
Panel of Lawrence public officials wrestle with free speech in government forums
Lawrence elected officials and civic professionals speaking during a panel Monday identified trends they say disrupt the public discourse necessary to make progress.
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LMH Health has named Dr. Shelly Kortkamp as the hospital's next president and CEO. She'll be the first woman and physician to hold the role in the hospital's 104-year history. lawrenceks.news/46TYoPT
LMH Health names new CEO
LMH Health has named Dr. Shelly Kortkamp as the hospital's next president and CEO. She'll be the first woman and physician to hold the role in the hospital's 104-year history.
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With the support of a $1.5 million grant, a new project between KU and Haskell will advance tribal sovereignty in education by recruiting and training more than a dozen future teachers for roles in schools serving Native students. lawrenceks.news/4obH53T
Grant bridging KU and Haskell will train educators to teach at schools serving Native students
With the support of a $1.5 million grant, a new project between KU and Haskell will advance tribal sovereignty in education by recruiting and training over a dozen future teachers for roles in Native-...
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The 27th Street intersection at K-10 will be closed intermittently during overnight hours this week as part of construction to expand that section of the highway to four lanes. lawrenceks.news/42v8uFz
Overnight closures planned for 27th Street, K-10 intersection in Lawrence
The 27th Street intersection at K-10 will be closed intermittently during overnight hours this week as part of construction to expand that section of the highway to four lanes.
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Lawrence Transit is considering adding a $3 fare for use of its on-demand service as federal grants the city has received in the past are going to expire. Buses would still be free to ride. lawrenceks.news/4nBsxdI
Lawrence Transit proposing $3 fare for on-demand service; buses would remain free
Lawrence Transit is considering adding a $3 fare for use of its on-demand service as federal grants the city has received in the past are going to expire. Buses would still be free to ride.
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Lawrencians are welcome but not required to bring their house plants to next week’s plant swap, featuring free foliage and greenery for trade. lawrenceks.news/3KBpAvg
Plant swap coming up at Lawrence Public Library
Lawrencians are welcome but not required to bring their house plants to next week’s plant swap, featuring free foliage and greenery for trade.
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Increasing energy demands and the need to stabilize aging infrastructure are pushing countries around the world to consider building new nuclear power plants. Kansas may join the trend.
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Q&A: How new technology would fuel a different kind of nuclear power plant in Kansas
Increasing energy demands and the need to stabilize aging infrastructure are pushing countries around the world to consider building new nuclear power plants. Kansas may join the trend.
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This sun pillar phenomenon is caused by flat ice crystals in the air reflecting light from the sun. This is much more common during colder months, but these high clouds had to be pretty cold despite the heat at the ground.
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Kaw Valley Almanac for Oct. 6-12, 2025
This sun pillar phenomenon is caused by flat ice crystals in the air reflecting light from the sun. This is much more common during colder months, but these high clouds had to be pretty cold despite t...
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Nominations are open all month for the 2025 Phoenix Awards, designed to recognize outstanding achievements of Lawrence artists who serve the community. lawrenceks.news/4nCHLPW
Nominations open for 2025 Phoenix Awards, recognizing Lawrence artists
Nominations are open all month for the 2025 Phoenix Awards, designed to recognize outstanding achievements of Lawrence artists who serve the community.
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Voters in November will elect two Lawrence city commissioners and three Lawrence school board members. Here are the remaining upcoming forums, plus info on forums we've covered so far. lawrenceks.news/3WoUauA
2 more forums coming up for Lawrence City Commission candidates; catch up on forums you missed
Voters in November will elect two Lawrence city commissioners and three Lawrence school board members. Here are the remaining upcoming forums, plus info on forums we've covered so far.
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A local conservation advocacy group will soon hold the first annual Kaw Valley Field Day, offering free, family-friendly fun. lawrenceks.news/4o7VgqI
First Kaw Valley Field Day coming up in Douglas County
A local conservation advocacy group will soon hold the first annual Kaw Valley Field Day, offering free, family-friendly fun.
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Multiple roads will be shut down in the coming week for pavement improvement projects, block parties and festivals. Parts of U.S. 56 Highway will also go down to one lane, impacting commuters. lawrenceks.news/42X2dm5
Pavement maintenance, block parties to shut down stretches of road in Lawrence and more traffic updates
Multiple roads will be shut down in the coming week for pavement improvement projects, block parties and festivals. Parts of U.S. 56 Highway will also go down to one lane, impacting commuters.
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ICYMI: The annual two-day Haskell Indian Art Market this weekend will again bring artisans together on the university campus. lawrenceks.news/46o8ucT
Haskell Indian Art Market soon to return
The annual two-day Haskell Indian Art Market will again bring artisans together on the university campus.
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