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Thursday, January 16th, 2025
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Unified Command including the City of Lawrence, Douglas County, eXplore Lawrence, the University of Kansas, and other Douglas County organizations has been formed to ensure readiness for the 2026 World Cup. City of Lawrence
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Paul Laird and Elizabeth Wells co-edit a new collection of scholarly essays on 'West Side Story,' highlighting the musical's enduring impact and diverse scholarly perspectives. University of Kansas
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Kansas senior, DaNae Estabine, has been chosen for the prestigious Schwarzman Scholars program to study in China, focusing on global affairs, with aspirations for a future in law and prison reform. University of Kansas
- ➤ The University of Kansas hosts the Radical Jewelry Makeover Exhibition, showcasing repurposed jewelry creations by students and regional artists, emphasizing sustainability and community engagement. University of Kansas
- ➤ The University of Kansas launches the Office of National Defense Initiatives to enhance national security research and education, merging it with ROTC programs. University of Kansas
- ➤ The Lawrence school board schedules a meeting to discuss progress in the search for a new superintendent, with the Kansas Association of School Boards managing the process and community engagement. The Lawrence Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ University of Kansas researchers created an interactive atlas detailing local wind power regulations across the state, revealing wind farm development in Kansas does not align strictly along partisan lines. The Lawrence Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Lawrence adopted a new Land Development Code aimed at enhancing commercial and residential developments with features like maximum parking standards, 'Missing Middle' housing for affordability, and environmental protections, effective April 1, 2025. City of Lawrence
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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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Embroidery Workshop on Postcards and Photographs
This three-hour workshop teaches participants basic stitching techniques on cardstock while encouraging creativity through the use of personal photos and postcards.
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