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Lawrence
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence’s MixMaster Music Conference will return Sunday, Mar. 29, for local musicians and music fans. The event offers ticket sales at $11, registration at 10:15 a.m., panels, workshops and free band photos (available slots) along with a keynote at 11 a.m. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ Today, the 30-minute documentary film “Reclaiming Home: Remembering the Topeka Bottoms” premieres at 7 p.m. at the University of Kansas Department of Visual Art’s Off-Site Art Space downtown. The film which also includes QR code clips for short interviews preserves memories of a historic community affected by urban renewal. University of Kansas
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Misty Schieberle, a Byron T. Shutz Award-winning KU professor, will present her lecture “Medieval Mysteries: Archival Challenges and Classroom Discoveries” at 5:30 p.m. April 20 in the Big 12 Room at the Kansas Union — the event is open to the public in person and via livestream. University of Kansas
- ➤ Three University of Kansas professors have been elected as AAAS fellows for 2025, recognizing their work in paleontology, virology and medicinal chemistry. KU now counts 33 AAAS fellows, a milestone that showcases its strength as a leading research institution. University of Kansas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Mayor Brad Finkeldei met with the Environmental Sustainability Advisory Board to discuss sustainability plans (board members proposed an energy benchmarking policy requiring annual energy data from property owners) and sent their letter to the city commission concerning ordinance 9744. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ Lawrence’s Environmental Sustainability Advisory Board will ask commissioners to boost funding for its sustainability department in 2027 after its operating budget dropped 89% from 2025 to 2026. Board members plan to retain the lone employee and meet with other groups to discuss pooling sustainability resources. The Lawrence Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Power & Light District hosted watch parties last night for soccer teams vying for World Cup spots as the city prepares to welcome international fans this summer. The event brought locals together in a vibrant community setting. KCTV
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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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Pasta Night: Lasagne Primavera
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Enjoy a delightful spring lasagne made with house-made spinach pasta and fresh vegetables.
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Engineering Formal
8-11 p.m. — Cider Gallery — No entry fee — Experience an evening of fun and networking with Theta Tau in a vibrant setting.
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Easter Brunch Celebration
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Rock & Hawk Sports Bar and Grill — Adults $49, Children $16.99 — Delight in a festive Easter brunch with classic favorites and a delectable dessert spread.
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Swan Lake Performance
7 p.m. — Liberty Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting ballet classic, Swan Lake, at Liberty Hall.
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Swan Lake Performance
7 p.m. — Liberty Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale of love and betrayal through magnificent ballet performances.
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Pure Chaos Comedy Featuring Amber Singletary
9-11 p.m. — Eighth Street Tap Room — Check website for ticket info — Enjoy a night of laughter with HBO writer Amber Singletary and local comedians.
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Whitecaps FC 2 at Sporting Kansas City II
7-9 p.m. — Rock Chalk Park — Check the latest MLS Next Pro showdown between Sporting KC II and Vancouver Whitecaps II.
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Guild Members’ Meeting
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Art Emergency — Free entry — Connect with fellow artists in the Lawrence Art Guild community at this engaging meeting.
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Swan Lake Performance
7 p.m. — Liberty Hall — Ticket purchase required — Experience the timeless beauty of Tchaikovsky's classic ballet, Swan Lake.
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