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Eighth-grader Daniel Dao, of Lawrence Virtual School, received first place in the 2025-2026 Douglas County Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge on Feb. 20 at the Dwayne Peaslee Technical Training Center… Read More
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After nearly two years of preparation and planning, it’s official: Lawrence will be a base camp for the Algerian men’s soccer team during this summer’s FIFA World Cup™.“Kansas Athletics is thrilled… Read More
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K-State Extension Douglas County invites residents to learn how fire shapes our landscapes and how to protect lives and property from wildfires from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 14, at Flory… Read More
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Douglas County Emergency Management is accepting registrations for its Spring 2026 CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) weekend class. The course is designed to teach individuals to be better… Read More
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Public Works is accepting applications for the 2026 user-fee dust control program. The deadline for applying is Friday, March 6.The program consists of applying liquid calcium chloride or magnesium… Read More
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Topeka-based Omni Circle Group, host organization for the Shawnee Startups eCommunity, is expanding its “Ignite: New Venture Discovery” program to the Lawrence area through a collaborative… Read More
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The small parking lot on the south side of the historic Courthouse, 1100 Massachusetts St., is scheduled to be closed Thursday, Feb. 5, through Sunday, Feb. 8, to install stormwater utilities that… Read More
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With thousands of visitors expected in Douglas County during this summer’s World Cup events, local organizations are partnering to help area businesses strengthen their online presence. The Lawrence… Read More
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