Good morning, Lawrence.

The Lawrence Times is hiring a full-time staff reporter to cover community news in Lawrence with a salary starting at $41,000 and potential for a monthly stipend for health coverage (applications are reviewed on a rolling basis with interviews starting Tuesday, Feb.

17).

Lawrence Public Library has launched a DIY Memory Lab for digitizing tapes, films & records next to its local history room.

The lab, booked until May, will also host the Discover the DIY Memory Lab event on Wednesday, Feb. 18 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 707 Vermont St.

The Kansas House committee has recommended a budget cutting grants at KU, K-State & Wichita State, reducing need-based aid and tying funds to the removal of DEI in courses.

The plan also adds funds for the Blueprint for Literacy program while community college aid is modestly revised.

On Feb. 20, the Kansas Journal of Law & Public Policy Symposium will gather leading scholars, practitioners and policymakers in Green Hall to discuss policy challenges affecting rural America, with breakfast starting at 8:30 a.m. and free registration required.

Evergy crews will replace utility poles on Kasold Dr. between W 13th St. and W 14th St. beginning Tuesday, Feb.

10 through Friday, Feb. 13 — work will occur from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

After 14 weeks of intensive training, 25 graduates from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center completed their program on Fri, Feb.

6 at Integrity Auditorium in Hutchinson & earned certificates to serve as law enforcement officers in their communities.

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.