Daily
Lawrence
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Donna Sweet, a longtime faculty member and alumna, pledged a $1 million estate gift to KU School of Medicine-Wichita to support the Internal Medicine Program Fund and boost scholarships and training. The donation was announced Monday, May 4. University of Kansas
- ➤ Two KU juniors, including Lawrence native Arthur Benson and Gabrielle Bolfing, are competing for an Astronaut Scholarship as part of a program that offers up to $15,000 (award). The winners will be announced later this spring. University of Kansas
- ➤ New research from KU published Mon, May 4 shows that older, working students in an engineering program often complete six-year graduation rates while part-time students face more challenges. The study offers policymakers insights to support post-traditional students. University of Kansas
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Melissa Etheridge Concert
8 PM — Liberty Hall — Tickets from $551 — Experience a night of rock and roll with Grammy-winning artist Melissa Etheridge.
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Embroidery on Postcards and Photographs
1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Cost includes materials — Create a unique work of art as you transform photographs and postcards through embroidery.
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Pasta Night: Lasagne Bianco
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner — Enjoy house-made pasta with a special ragú bianco this week.
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Coq au Vin & Wine Experience
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $28 — Delight in a classic Burgundian dish paired with exquisite wine flights.
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LAG Members’ Monthly Critique Coffee Hour
9:30-11:00 a.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Bring your drink and enjoy constructive feedback on your artwork.
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Live Performance by Babyfxce E
11 AM – 11 PM — The Granada — Ticket prices vary — Catch the high-energy hip-hop vibe with Babyfxce E's captivating stage presence.
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Mapping the Heart Art Workshop
1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Class fee applies — Explore mixed media to honor significant places on our planet.
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5K Home Run for Family Promise
8:30-10:00 a.m. — South Park Gazebo — Benefiting local children — Participate in a fun run to support families in need.
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Pasta Night: Cacio e pepe
5-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Indulge in house-made pasta featuring the classic Cacio e pepe sauce alongside a variety of other delicious offerings.
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Pop-Up Filet Mignon Evening
5-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $40 per person — Enjoy a delightful filet mignon dinner paired with a curated wine experience.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ J.P. Morgan
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