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Tuesday, March 18th, 2025
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Douglas County fire officials determined Friday that an ember from an unattended campfire started a 200-acre grassfire near North 1600 and East 400 Roads east of Stull which was contained Saturday with no injuries or damage — and they warn locals to stir ashes with water until campfires are cold as Monday’s and today's Red Flag warnings remind everyone of high fire danger. KMBC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An art auction in Lawrence will support cultural programs at Haskell Indian Nations University after federal cuts affected university employees and will feature both live and silent bidding at the Regency Ballroom (200 McDonald Drive) at the Lawrence DoubleTree by Hilton. The auction is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 3 and artists can donate works on Saturday, April 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Lawrence Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildfires continue to burn across Kansas and Missouri as fire danger remains high this week. In Missouri, more than 40 wildfires are burning while Kansas has four wildfires, including a 1,500-acre fire east of Winfield and a 1,200-acre fire west of Dover—Kansas Forest Service is coordinating with the Great Plains Interstate Fire Compact and warns residents to avoid burning. FOX 4
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Some Lawrence neighborhoods are urging the City Commission to keep home occupancy limits at three instead of raising them to five—neighbors worry that higher limits could lead to more student rentals and less affordable long-term housing. The commission will decide the issue today at City Hall at 5:45 p.m. after reviewing over 20 public comments from local groups. The Lawrence Times
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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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Oklahoma State Cowboys vs Kansas Jayhawks Baseball Game
The Kansas Jayhawks baseball team competes against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence, KS.
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Z&M Twisted Vines Wine Run 5k
10 AM — Z&M Twisted Vines Vineyard, Tasting Room & Events — Ticket sales support local nonprofit — Enjoy a timed 5k run or walk through beautiful vineyards with wine tasting.
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While She Sleeps Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Granada — Tickets from $29 — Experience an electrifying performance by While She Sleeps at Granada Theater in Lawrence, KS.
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Pasta Night: Cappelletti Verde
4:30-9:00 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner — Enjoy house-made cappelletti pasta with authentic Italian sauces and a seasonal menu.
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