Monday, August 11th, 2025
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of August.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, an adult cicada emerges from its nymph shell, still upside down—its wings are expected to unfurl and dry before it flies off, marking a natural cycle in our area. The Lawrence Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Lawrence school board is considering a maximum mill levy of 52.333 for the 2025-26 budget—this small increase from last year may raise property taxes as homeowners already face higher assessed values, with a $200,000 home seeing taxes jump from about $1,156 to roughly $1,218. The Lawrence Times
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KU English Meeting
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Engage in discussions and activities centered around English literature and language.
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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.
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Guild Members’ Meeting
6:30-8:30 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Free entry — Engage with local artists and discuss community projects in a creative space.
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Pasta Night: Cacio e Pepe
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner service — Enjoy house-made pasta with a classic Roman cheese and pepper sauce.
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Native Lands - Elderberry Class
6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Merc Co+op — Proceeds support a local cause — Discover the culinary and ecological benefits of Kansas native plants with local expert Courtney Masterson.
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Pop-Up Dinner & Wine Experience
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations requested for parties of 4 or more — Enjoy a special pop-up dinner with wine pairings and a curated tasting experience.
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Articulated Figures Workshop
1-4 p.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Class fee required — Create unique posable figures using die-cut components and unleash your creativity.
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Pasta Night: Gnocchi al Cacciatore
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Enjoy delicious house-made pasta with an authentic Italian sauce weekly.
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Crew Network at Cider Gallery
8 AM – 5 PM — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Engage with local professionals in a dynamic networking event.
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Niontay Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Bottleneck — Tickets available — Experience an engaging evening with live music at a local venue.
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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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