Good morning, Lawrence.

A Kansas City woman was arrested on Thursday after leading Douglas County deputies on a chase through west Lawrence that began when a deputy tried to pull over her speeding gray Nissan Altima on U.S. Highway 59 and ended on eastbound Kansas Highway 10 when a tactical vehicle intervention forced her car to spin—she is booked on charges of felony fleeing, attempting to elude law enforcement, and aggravated assault on an officer while medics checked her and a passenger.

A 39-year-old Kansas City woman was arrested early Thursday after she led officers on a high-speed chase through west Lawrence—she drove recklessly, entered oncoming traffic, and was stopped by deputies using a tactical vehicle intervention and stop sticks before she was taken to jail on felony charges.

A judge found Lawrence man Owen Gage Walker (20) guilty of interfering with law enforcement after he pleaded no contest to giving false information during the police probe into the March 2023 shooting that killed 14-year-old Kamarjay Shaw; his plea deal gives him 12 months probation and his sentencing hearing is set for 4 p.m. May 1.

KU Police Department showed 481 criminal offenses on campus in 2024 — a drop of 6.4% from 514 offenses in 2023 and 13.6% below the ten-year average of 561 crimes.

KU Police Chief Nelson Mosley credited the drop to more patrols and working with university partners—data was released on March 26.

Four University of Kansas professors, Timothy Jackson, Ward Thompson, Jon Tunge & Michael Branicky were elected as AAAS fellows on March 27th for their research work, which brought KU's total active faculty fellows to 33 and recognized their contributions in chemistry & engineering.

The Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization is updating the Bike Plan and asks residents to share ideas to improve local cycling infrastructure.

Community members can join an event at the East Lawrence Neighborhood Association Yart Sale on March 29—others will meet at sessions in April and an online survey is open until May 4.

The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas announced its free late spring events featuring talks by national leaders and student-led programs with key dates on April 1, 3, 16, 19, 24 and 30.

The schedule includes a Dole Lecture, a conversation with former Defense Secretary Robert Gates, a new exhibit on Bob Dole and Dr. Hampar Kelikian — and the annual Easter Egg Roll with live music and family games.

The Aviation Advisory Board will meet at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2 in a hybrid format—staff and the public may join in person or via Zoom—and those who plan to give public comment must register in advance.

For more information, contact the Airport Manager.

The Lawrence-Douglas County MPO will hold a Technical Advisory Committee meeting on April 1 at 2:30 p.m. at the Lawrence Public Library in Meeting Room A (707 Vermont St) in a hybrid format where voting members will join virtually while other participants must register online to comment.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Lasagne Primavera Night

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner service — Savor house-made lasagne primavera and a variety of authentic Italian dishes.

Lawrence Earth Day Fair

1-4 p.m. — South Park — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with family-friendly crafts and activities in a vibrant community atmosphere.

Easter Sunday Celebration

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Liberty Memorial Central Middle School — Free entry — Celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with uplifting worship and baptisms.

Nature Tots

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Baker University Wetlands — Free entry — Explore diverse habitats and enjoy nature activities for children ages 0-5.

Five For Fighting with String Quartet

8 PM — Liberty Hall — Ticket prices from $41 — Experience the heartfelt melodies of Five for Fighting accompanied by a string quartet.