Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of February.
Good morning, Lawrence.
🎭 Culture
Lawrence Public Schools students & teachers were celebrated Sunday at the Ovation talent show held at the Lied Center, which featured performances and a surprise show by Graham Edmonds.
The event raised funds for the Lawrence Schools Foundation, reaching $140,000 to date.
🌲 Environment
Ken Lassman will post his weekly nature update this week, noting that geese and other birds are easily heard over a cottonwood tree in the early and late daylight hours.
His update connects local environmental cycles with traditions seen by past residents.
🏈 Sports
Local runners beat the winter chill at the Groundhog Run on Sunday, Feb.
1—held at an underground venue in Lawrence. They raced along a unique indoor course that helped keep them warm amid winter's bite.
🎉 Lawrence Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pasta Night: Lasagne
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Savor a special lasagne and enjoy house-made pasta with an array of authentic Italian sauces each week.
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