Good morning, Lawrence.

Fritz, a 5-year-old brown pit bull at Lawrence Humane, prefers pup cups over county staff meetings and is now available for adoption ($150 fee); his foster parent notes he is friendly with kids and other pets and handles car rides well.

Contact LHS to arrange a meeting.

The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics announced its spring 2026 program to honor America at 250 — offering events like the Elizabeth Dole Women in Leadership Lecture on Jan.

29 and free exhibits on American history at the Institute, with additional lectures and film screenings scheduled through April.

Three local facilities (the Sporting KC training facility, the KC Current training facility, and Rock Chalk Park) are in the running as World Cup base camps for 2026; FIFA will announce the final selections later in spring as top-ranked teams plan their training and rest.

Restaurant Week: Southeast Asia with Guest Chef Depal Patel

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $45 per person — Experience a delightful three-course prix-fixe meal featuring Southeast Asian cuisine crafted by Guest Chef Depal Patel.

Restaurant Week: South America with Guest Chef Ken Baker

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $45 per person — Savor a delightful South American-inspired three-course meal featuring guest chef Ken Baker.

Lawrence Restaurant Week: Brunch Special

11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $45 per person for a delicious 3-course brunch experience featuring gourmet options.

Restaurant Week: Northern Italy

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $45 per person — Experience a delightful 3-course prix-fixe dinner featuring Northern Italian cuisine.

Restaurant Week: France

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $45 per person — Savor a delightful three-course French culinary experience featuring escargot, roasted chicken, and tart apple dessert.

Restaurant Week: California

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $45 per person — Savor a 3-course prix-fixe meal featuring California cuisine highlights.

Kansas State Wildcats vs. Kansas Jayhawks Women's Basketball

12–2 PM — Allen Fieldhouse — Free trial available — Catch the exciting women's basketball rivalry live at Allen Fieldhouse.