Daily
Lawrence
Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four candidates for KU's School of Education and Human Sciences dean will visit campus from March 5 to March 23 to offer public presentations at Capitol Federal Hall Colloquium and Joseph R. Pearson Hall. Candidate names will be announced 1-2 business days ahead (livestream available). University of Kansas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The $25M Jayhawk Watershed Project is about half complete in Old Lawrence as crews install stormwater infrastructure, bike lanes, parking, and ADA sidewalks while keeping home and business access, with Ninth Street planned to reopen before football season and final work finishing on March 31 (Nick Hoyt). KMBC
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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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Minnesota United FC 2 at Sporting Kansas City II
7-9 p.m. — Rock Chalk Park — Ticket prices vary — An exciting MLS Next Pro match featuring local favorites Sporting KC II and Minnesota United II.
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Pasta Night: Pici alla Carbonara
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner service — Enjoy authentic Pici alla carbonara made with house-made pasta and local ingredients.
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Jack Shaw Live Stand-Up Comedy
7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Comedy Club of Lawrence — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with Kill Tony's Golden Ticket winner Jack Shaw.
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The Warped Tour Band Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Bottleneck — Tickets from $36 — Experience the energetic live performance of The Warped Tour Band and celebrate local music.
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Pasta Night: Tagliatelle with Duck Sauce
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner — Indulge in house-made tagliatelle pasta with authentic duck sauce paired with a full wine list.
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