Good morning, Lawrence.

First responders are fighting a large grass fire in western Douglas County as a burn ban remains in effect — community members are asked to avoid the area near N.

2150 and E. 225 Rd to allow crews to work safely.

A class action lawsuit filed Tuesday alleged that a KU Health physical therapist unlawfully accessed nude photos and personal records of more than 400 patients, with the suit claiming that the data breach compromised patient privacy.

Fifty-two University of Kansas scientists, including current faculty and former researchers, were recognized with the Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics for papers analyzing data from CERN’s Large Hadron Collider.

The Breakthrough Foundation awarded the honor for work published between 2015 and 2024, and the prize money will fund doctoral research grants at CERN—an investment that expands future opportunities—.

Yesterday, the Kansas Biological Survey and Center for Ecological Research awarded four students $4,000 for research projects on plant-soil feedback, freshwater ecology, and mammal parasites—each will present their work during Friday Ecology Seminars throughout the academic year.

Local Monarch Watch scientists and retired KU director Chip Taylor will appear on 60 Minutes on CBS at 6 p.m. Sunday, April 20 to show their work tagging monarch butterflies at the Baker Wetlands Discovery Center — their virtual interview with Anderson Cooper highlights the project’s extensive research.

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.

Beat Beethoven 5K

9:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Holcom Park Recreation Center — Enjoy a fun run while the orchestra plays Beethoven's masterpiece.

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.

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.

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.

Natural Ties KU Gathering

6-7 p.m. — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Engage with the community at this creative event space showcasing artistic expressions.