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Lawrence
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The University Theatre will present 'Corners Grove' at the William Inge Memorial Theatre in Murphy Hall from March 6-8 and 10-12; the play explores modern themes of love + loss and offers cast interactions with playwright Kaela Mei-Shing Garvin during final rehearsals. University of Kansas
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence and three other Kansas cities received $200,000 each on Wednesday from a $3 million Climate Pollution and Reduction Grant under the state’s Emission Reduction and Mitigation Plan (E-RAMP), and officials expect to agree with more cities later in 2026. KCTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jerry Seib will return to the Dole Institute on Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. to moderate 'Inside the Electorate: A Bipartisan Look Ahead to the 2026 Midterms' with pollsters John Anzalone and Adam Geller; he will also research a new Bob Dole biography slated for publication in 2027. University of Kansas
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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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P/V Burger & Wine Experience
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $25 — Relish a gourmet burger and wine flight at this unique pop-up dining experience.
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LAG Members’ Monthly Critique Coffee Hour
9:30-11 a.m. — Art Emergency — Free entry — Share your artwork for feedback while enjoying coffee and donuts in a supportive setting.
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