Good morning, Lawrence.

KU announced on Monday, Feb.

16 that 14 staff members were chosen for the 2026 Staff Fellows Program at its Lawrence campus — they will work with senior leaders to study employee recognition and plan new engagement strategies.

A bill advancing in the legislature may let schools stock naloxone and teach fentanyl prevention.

If approved, these measures will soon boost student safety in Kansas.

Journalism educators led by University of Kansas assistant professor Margarita Orozco tested a new course pairing student reporters with overlooked community members to build trust and learn conversational skills — the pilot produced 27 discussions and 16 published stories across six states.

Lawrence Transit On Demand will charge $3 per one-way ride starting March 1 and will only accept credit card payments via app+website or phone while fixed-route buses remain free.

Monday, Feb. 16, KCTV's Marleah Campbell & Katie Maher examined Jerome Tang's firing and KU's Big 12 title hopes after a loss to Iowa State.

The broadcast detailed the coaching change and its potential impact on the season.

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.

Just Food Benefit Concert

5:30-9 p.m. — Cider Gallery — Tickets at the door — Enjoy live music with Aud Whitson and Tori Brooks & The Meltdowns while supporting a local cause.

Spring Break Soccer Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. — Sports Pavilion Lawrence — $130-$225 — A fun-filled youth soccer camp designed to develop skills and confidence for ages 5-14.