Daily
Lawrence
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. University of Kansas
- ➤ 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. KCTV
- ➤ 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. University of Kansas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. The Lawrence Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. KCTV
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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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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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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Ryan Holiday
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