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Lawrence
Thursday, March 6th, 2025
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salty Iguana, a local Mexican restaurant chain, announced the closure of all its Kansas City area and Lawrence locations after over 30 years in business. FOX 4
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Most of Lawrence's power was restored following a storm, with efforts underway to address remaining outages. The Lawrence Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Kansas theatre and design students garnered multiple awards and commendations at the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival's Region V, recognizing their exceptional work in productions and academic projects. University of Kansas
- ➤ High school students in Kansas and two other states will be trained in AI and microelectronics through a $1.4 million NSF grant, aiming to bolster the U.S.'s position in microchip manufacturing and AI development. University of Kansas
- ➤ Haskell Indian Nations University student-athletes reach out to President Trump seeking intervention after federal budget cuts lead to a significant reduction in staff. KMBC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Area experts will convene in Lawrence on International Women's Day to discuss enhancing maternal health outcomes, highlighting the influence of social and behavioral factors. The Lawrence Times
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Winter Seasonal Dinner with Chef Ken Baker at Pane e Vino
Experience a multi-course seasonal dinner curated by Chef Ken Baker, featuring wine pairings and a thoughtfully crafted menu.
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Dust City Opera Live at Replay Lounge
Dust City Opera will perform live at the Replay Lounge in Lawrence, KS.
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Lucy Kaplansky Concert
Lucy Kaplansky will perform live at the Lied Center of Kansas in Lawrence.
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Ad Astra Running Irish Mile Race
The Irish Mile is a one-mile race held on historic Massachusetts Street during the St. Patrick’s Day parade, featuring a competitive prize purse.
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Clarence Tilton Live at Replay Lounge
Clarence Tilton will perform live at Replay Lounge in Lawrence, providing an engaging musical experience for attendees.
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Marc Scibilia Concert
8 PM - 12 AM | The Bottleneck | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy an evening filled with captivating music by Marc Scibilia.
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Concert: Messiaen's 'Quartet for the End of Time'
7-8:30 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $15 entry — Experience a profound performance of Messiaen's masterpiece presented by talented students from the University of Kansas.
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The Main Squeeze Live Performance
7 p.m. – 12 a.m. — The Bottleneck — Ticket prices vary — Experience a raging funk journey from the vibrant band hailing from Bloomington, Indiana.
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Film Screening of Thank You Very Much
7-9 p.m. | Lawrence Arts Center | $10 | Enjoy the provocative documentary about comedian Andy Kaufman's unique comedic style at this local festival screening.
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Douglas County Market of Farms
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Douglas County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Discover local meat, eggs, honey, and more from Kansas farms at this vibrant market.
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~ Naval Ravikant
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