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Monday, April 14th, 2025
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At the 36th annual KU Powwow and Indigenous Cultures Festival, Corrin Lamere, 23, walked around the powwow circle where she suffered a severe stroke last year—her family thanked community members for their support. She continues her recovery with full-time therapies and hopes to return to school in the fall. The Lawrence Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence police investigated a shooting after a fight escalated into gunfire just before 1 a.m. on April 12th near 10th and Massachusetts St as witnesses reported a man and a woman fought and a suspect vehicle fled the scene. KCTV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Ken Lassman writes in the Kaw Valley Almanac that the Eastern Swallowtail caterpillar mimics a bird dropping, then develops a strong odor and a snake head-like growth before becoming a butterfly that feeds on lilacs. He explains how our local seasonal cycles remain much the same as those seen by earlier generations. The Lawrence Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today at 6 p.m. the school board will meet at district offices on 110 McDonald Drive with an agenda limited to opening items, a consent agenda, and public comment with no regular business. An executive session is scheduled to review personnel matters—Larry Englebrick and Kristen Ryan will attend. The Lawrence Times
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Beat Beethoven 5K
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Holcom Park Recreation Center — Enjoy a fun run while the orchestra plays Beethoven's masterpiece.
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Lawrence Automotive Swap Meet 2025
May 2-4 — Douglas County Fairgrounds — Open to the public — Explore thousands of automotive vendors and connect with fellow enthusiasts at this annual gathering.
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USPA Level 2 Coach Certification Course
All day — Barbell Strength Weightlifting LLC — Cost varies — Elevate your coaching skills with hands-on experience and expert guidance in powerlifting.
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CASA Volunteer Info Session
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Lawrence Beer Company — Free entry — Learn about child advocacy while enjoying a casual happy hour.
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