Daily
Lawrence
Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence PRIDE will take place on Saturday, June 7 with a free parade starting at 11 a.m. at Seventh and Rhode Island that moves through downtown before a party fills South Park with drag shows, live music and food until 8 p.m.—A preview event on June 6 at Lucia and an adults-only after-party at the Granada Theater add extra celebration options. The Lawrence Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A KU study shows that a teacher and her eighth-grade English class form their own way of thinking about literature using a method called languaging—students use gestures and discussion to build their understanding. Lead researcher Min-Young Kim noted that this approach makes students active partners in constructing their thinking—helping them connect more deeply with the material. University of Kansas
- ➤ Families and former teachers said that special education at Lawrence Public Schools caused years of trauma, with Annette Camlin recounting how her son Calen—who has autism and a chronic health condition—was marked truant and denied needed therapy and accommodations. They reported that persistent understaffing and poor administrative decisions led to ongoing hardships and calls for more support for students with special needs. The Lawrence Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence City Commission voted 3—1 Tuesday to stop livestreaming meetings on YouTube to comply with a new state law taking effect July 1. The meetings will be recorded and posted later while residents can join via Zoom, though some say the feed does not show speakers clearly. The Lawrence Times
-
Cider Gallery Event
6-8 p.m. — Cider Gallery — No cover charge — Experience a vibrant community gathering in a unique artistic venue.
-
Pure Chaos Comedy Night
8-10 p.m. — Eighth Street Tap Room — Free entry — Breck Gordon hosts a night of laughter with comedy and open mic opportunities.
-
Kids Cooking Camp 1
9 a.m. — Cookshop on 8th — $ — Explore the science of cooking with pancakes, pizza, and homemade ravioli under the guidance of a culinary chemist.
-
Summer Cozy Cottages Workshop
1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Class fee applies — Create personalized gift boxes and mini-villages of tiny houses using various materials.
-
Orchard Nights
6-8 p.m. — 830 Garfield St, Lawrence, KS — Free entry — Volunteer at the orchard and discover the joys of early season fruits.
-
Country Stampede 2025
7 PM – 6 PM — Azura Amphitheater — Ticket information TBA — Experience the vibrant sounds of country music in a festival that celebrates community and entertainment.
-
Pop-Up Dinner & Wine Experience
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations recommended — Savor a unique dish with wine flights featuring a guided tasting experience.
-
Bright Lights Summer Nights Fashion Show
7-9 p.m. — Maceli's Banquet Hall & Catering — Cash bar available — Experience a dazzling evening of fashion, live entertainment, and support future talent.
-
Discover, Learn, Grow Cutting Class
10:00 a.m. — Paisley & Stripe West — In-person attendance — Experience three versatile haircuts that showcase modern techniques and trend-driven styles.
-
Orchard Nights Volunteering
6-8 p.m. — 830 Garfield St, Lawrence, KS — Free entry — Volunteer to help harvest early season fruits while learning about the orchard's offerings.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
I write to discover what I know.
~ Flannery O'Connor
About Daily Lawrence
Daily Lawrence is a community newsletter sharing current events in Lawrence, Kansas. Our mission is to make local news more accessible, highlight extraordinary people across the Lawrence community, and support local organizations. If you like Daily Lawrence, you can support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Lawrence.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Lawrence and across Kansas. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to make local news more accessible and highlight extraordinary people across the Lawrence community.
We help people in Lawrence save time finding the news that matters most to them: local news in Lawrence, about Lawrence, curated especially for you on a daily basis—all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Lawrence
A free Lawrence community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most critical news for the community every day.
- No spam
- Daily emails, only news! We never sell your data.
© Daily Lawrence. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailylawrence.com/sitemap