Daily
Lawrence
Sunday, January 18th, 2026
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Frank the Tree, a historic landmark over 250 years old, fell Saturday near downtown Lawrence. Officials are assessing the site to plan for cleanup and ensure public safety. KCTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence Public Library announced its citywide book club selection of The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green. Programming begins Thursday, Jan. 29 at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at LPL (707 Vermont St.) with themed discussions and free copies, and guests may also join a communal review display. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ Lawmakers in Kansas are debating a bipartisan bill that would ban cellphones during the entire school day starting next school year. Testimony from educators, parents, and researchers revealed divided opinions on student safety and local control concerns. The Lawrence Times
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Arizona Wildcats at Kansas Jayhawks Basketball
8-10 p.m. — Allen Fieldhouse — Tickets required — Witness the exciting clash between Arizona and Kansas with the iconic 'Rock. Chalk. Jayhawk!' chant filling the arena.
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Pasta Night: Tortellini in Brodo
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Enjoy house-made tortellini in broth and a taste of authentic Italian cuisine each week.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Alfred Montapert
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