Daily
Lawrence
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Lawrence school board will meet Monday at 6 p.m. at district offices to review a tax incentive for redeveloping historic Reuter buildings, adopt 2026-27 and 2027-28 calendars, and raise preschool tuition by 4.5%, with an executive session to evaluate the superintendent following. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ KU Memorial Unions announced renovations to upgrade the Kansas Union level four lobby and Jayhawk Ink space; the updates include new floors, a fireplace, a WWI memorial honoring 130 Jayhawks, and a game day watch spot with a 90-inch TV. Minimal disruption is expected and funds come from student fees. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ The University of Kansas School of Architecture & Design has announced the Spring 2026 KU Design Professional Lecture Series, starting Jan. 29 with JD Hooge at 6 p.m. in 3140 Wescoe Hall on the KU Lawrence campus. The free series will introduce local professionals over multiple dates through April 23. University of Kansas
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ KU Dining will introduce Better Earth bamboo fiber cutlery at its Courtside location + reducing plastic waste as part of its new sustainability drive on campus. The change is expected to encourage more eco-friendly options in University dining. University of Kansas
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence wastewater tests show high levels of six viruses (COVID-19, influenza, RSV, human metapneumovirus, and norovirus) indicating an early rise in flu activity ahead of peak season. Health experts advise vaccination, handwashing, and mask use at certain clinics to help curb the spread. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ In Lawrence, wastewater tests over the past three weeks show high levels of six viruses including COVID-19, influenza A and B, RSV, human metapneumovirus, and norovirus, which matches an early influenza peak and has prompted some local health centers to require masks. The Lawrence Times
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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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2026 Lawrence Polar Plunge
11 a.m. — Billy Mills Middle School — Registration fee required — Take a chilly dip to support Special Olympics Kansas and make a difference.
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Houston Cougars at Kansas Jayhawks Basketball
8-10 p.m. — Allen Fieldhouse — Tickets available — Experience the excitement of Kansas Jayhawk Basketball with the iconic 'Rock. Chalk. Jayhawk!' chant.
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