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Wednesday, January 15th, 2025
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Lawrence Public Library plans a series of family-friendly events and a food drive to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day, including a welcoming statement by the NAACP, storytime, crafts, a free lunch, and a historical presentation. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ The City of Lawrence plans to begin the Iowa Street reconstruction from 23rd Street to Irving Hill Road in January 2025 to improve safety, accessibility, and infrastructure, with completion expected by the end of 2025. City of Lawrence
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Judd Norris has been appointed as the new executive director of the University of Kansas's Jayhawk Community Partners to enhance corporate partnerships and manage campus event initiatives. University of Kansas
- ➤ The Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas has unveiled its Spring 2025 schedule, including a tribute to former President Jimmy Carter and discussions featuring former Kansas governors and educator Sharon McMahon. University of Kansas
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ An Earth Care Forum in Lawrence emphasized the importance of integrating the natural world into our daily lives, featuring experts on sustainability and conservation. The Lawrence Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Douglas County has initiated a pilot program offering property tax rebates to seniors and disabled veterans meeting certain criteria. The Lawrence Times
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Boys' Gymnastics Introduction Class
This gymnastics class offers participants aged 6-9 an introduction to six boys' apparatuses, focusing on proper body alignment, strength, and balance.
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Restaurant Week - A Taste of Piemonte at Pane e Vino
Enjoy a four-course prix-fixe dinner featuring traditional Piemontese dishes with optional wine pairings at Pane e Vino during Lawrence Restaurant Week.
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810 Thrift Market at Cider Gallery
The 810 Thrift Market is a daytime community gathering offering a variety of thrift items at the Cider Gallery in Lawrence, KS.
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Pasta Night Featuring Braised Beef Cheek Ravioli at Pane e Vino
The event features house-made ravioli with local beef and tomato sauce, along with a variety of accompanying dishes and a full wine list, offering a unique Italian dining experience each week.
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Pasta Night: Orecchiette di Sardi at Pane e Vino
This event features house-made orecchiette pasta served with a smoked Sardinian pecorino sauce, along with various dining options, at Pane e Vino Wine Bar.
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Monthly Guided Prayer Gathering at Free City Church
This gathering offers 30 minutes of guided prayer focusing on different regions of the world, along with refreshments like donuts and coffee.
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Friendship Night at Mrs. E's
Participants can enjoy making friendship bracelets and a special menu during a Valentine's Day event at Mrs. E's.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Franklin D. Roosevelt
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