Daily
Lawrence
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Community members gathered Friday to celebrate the new mural 'Intertwined' by Van Go’s young artists at J.Lynn Bridal and Suiting downtown. Art director Rick Wright explained the mural’s symbols (which include themes of unity and acceptance) to about 50 attendees. The Lawrence Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Thomas A. Gorton Music and Dance Library at Murphy Hall will celebrate 25 years with events Feb. 12-18 that include a brown bag concert, a student party and live performances marking its key role in KU's performing arts studies. University of Kansas
- ➤ Lawrence Public Schools students will perform at the 10th annual Ovation! talent show tomorrow at 7 p.m. in the Lied Center’s main auditorium. Tickets cost $15 for adults (or $5 for students) and proceeds will fund the Lawrence Schools Foundation. The Lawrence Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of Kansas Health System is leading planning for an event expected to draw over 600,000 international fans, officials said. The initiative focuses on local safety + service measures and will roll out soon. KCTV
- ➤ More than 600,000 fans will attend eight World Cup matches in Kansas City over four months, so the University of Kansas Health System is training staff to offer emergency services at Arrowhead Stadium and in Lawrence. Officials will finalize plans when team base camps and translation needs are set. KCTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The FIFA World Cup trophy will tour Kansas City on April 18 and 19, offering interactive exhibits + up-close views ahead of the World Cup matches; Algeria will use Lawrence’s Rock Park as a base camp for practice sessions ahead of group play in June. KMBC
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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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Pasta Night: Gnocchi di Coniglio
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Enjoy hand-made ricotta gnocchi with braised rabbit complemented by a full wine list.
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Seam Finishes Discussion
1-2 a.m. — Dillon's at 6th & Wakarusa — Free entry — Engage in a friendly sewing discussion sharing seam finish techniques and ideas.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of greatness is responsibility.
~ Winston Churchill
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