Good morning, Lawrence.

A 30-year-old Lawrence cyclist was struck just after 8 p.m. Tuesday on North 1400 Road near Eudora by a Honda Element driven by a 70-year-old Lawrence man and died Wednesday evening in hospital—officials will complete a formal crash report.

The University of Kansas centers formed a partnership through the Achievement & Assessment Institute to blend STEM education with physical performance training so that local middle and high school students can gain hands-on practice in sports medicine, exercise science and strength training. The Center for Educational Opportunity Programs and the Well-Fit Center for Youth Wellness and Fitness will support students from several counties via an Upward Bound summer program — which offers early career insight in STEM — and GEAR UP programs with age-appropriate content.

University of Kansas Head Men’s Basketball Coach Bill Self was admitted to the hospital on Thursday at Lawrence Memorial Hospital after he experienced concerning symptoms and received two stents — he is now in good spirits and is expected to be released soon.

Bill Self, head coach for KU Men’s Basketball, was hospitalized in Lawrence on July 24 due to chest tightness and balance concerns—he underwent a standard procedure and was discharged from the hospital.

Kansas Athletics said he is expected to make a full recovery so the team will start the season with him.

Pasta Night: Mushroom Ravioli

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Enjoy house-made Mushroom Ravioli with a choice of local sauces and a full wine list.

Enterprise Linux System Administration Training

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — The Dwayne Peaslee Technical Training Center — $2190 — Gain in-depth knowledge in Linux system installation, configuration, and maintenance over five days of hands-on training.

Ravioli Quattro Formaggi Night

4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner service — Enjoy house-made ravioli with a unique 4-cheese filling and authentic Italian sauces.

Spineshank Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Bottleneck — $70 — Catch the energetic performances of The Union Underground and Spineshank live in concert.

Douglas County Fair Demolition Derby

7:30 p.m. — Douglas County Fairgrounds — $15 single night, $25 for both nights — Experience the thrilling excitement of car crashes and competition at the annual Derby.

Art Guild Office Hours

9-11 a.m. — Art Emergency — Free entry — Meet the Guild President, bring questions, or share ideas for the Lawrence Art Guild.

2025 Construction Safety Conference

8 AM – 9 PM — Burge Union — Join experts in discussing vital safety practices and trends in construction.

Initial Meetup at the Library

12-1 p.m. — Lawrence Public Library — Free entry — Explore fun tabletop games in a welcoming environment.

KU English Meeting

9:30 AM – 5:00 PM — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Engage in discussions and activities centered around English literature and language.

Tabletop Gaming at The Dragon's Hoard

12:30-3:30 p.m. — The Dragon's Hoard — Free entry — Dive into a variety of fun and easy-to-learn tabletop games with fellow enthusiasts.