Wednesday, March 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR BOXABL, founded by a father-son team, is building foldable, affordable homes shipped within hours, with 600+ already delivered and new family-sized units underway. Invest now in scalable housing tech making "home" possible for more families everywhere. BOXABL
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Topeka man pleaded guilty to recklessly murdering a Lawrence teen and was sentenced to nearly 11 years in prison on Tuesday—Dawson Edward Paine, 22, shot 18-year-old Davin Gregory Kerr in his bedroom on Crestline Drive and fled before he was caught. The Lawrence Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On March 17th, a podcast episode on media literacy examined how to tell fact from fiction when reading news. Jake Ryan and Professor Patricia Weems Gaston offered expert tips+ clear advice on spotting reliable sources for local readers. University of Kansas
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A University of Kansas study shows that farmers in Kansas and Missouri avoid talking about climate change to prevent conflict or harm to their business—many use cues like vehicles to decide if a discussion might lead to an argument. Researchers interviewed over 20 farmers who hold a mix of beliefs but chose to keep the topic off the table to protect their livelihoods. University of Kansas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence city commissioners voted 4-1 on Tuesday to set the occupancy limit at four unrelated adults per household in the least dense residential areas and five elsewhere. The new land development code, created over a two-year process, will go into effect in April to help improve housing affordability. The Lawrence Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former KU star Sherron Collins leads the Oak Park team—now 29 to 1—that has lost only one game this season after a 68 to 50 win over Blue Springs South. The Northmen will play Nixa today at noon and will advance to the state championship on Thursday at 4 p.m. if they win. KCTV
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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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