Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of July.
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🏘️ Community
Local drag performers Vantas and Marie Queerie will host Vote No Drag Show on Saturday, Aug.
1 at Ecumenical Campus Ministries to educate voters on a proposed justice selection change. The event features tabling from 8 p.m. and a drag performance at 9 p.m. with $5 cover and free food.
Dozens gathered Wednesday at the Lawrence Public Library where commissioners Erica Anderson + Gene Dorsey + Kristine Polian hosted a discussion to consider updating the homelessness plan while community members questioned a video with misleading footage and statistics, calling for clearer communication.
🏥 Health
Haskell Indian Nations University is planning a multimillion-dollar health facility on its northeast campus to expand modern healthcare and education for Native students and community members, in partnership with the federal Indian Health Service — built near the football stadium with construction expected in three to five years.
🏈 Sports
Kansas is set to host Duke in the Blue Blood Classic exhibition at Allen Fieldhouse later this year — local fans will soon learn more about game times and additional details.
🎉 Lawrence Events
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Loathe Live in Lawrence
7-9:30 p.m. — The Granada — Tickets from $92 — Experience the unforgettable live performance of Loathe in a vibrant local venue.
Embroidery on Postcards and Photographs
1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Check website for pricing — Transform a black and white photograph or postcard into a unique art piece with embroidery techniques.
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