Good morning, Lawrence.

Lawrence Humane Society is turning its Clear the Shelter event into a weekend celebration at LHS (1805 E.

19th St.) from Friday, Aug. 28 to Sunday, Aug. 30 with waived adoption fees for all shelter pets, including 15 shy animals featured ahead of the busy weekend.

Parents and supporters rallied at KU on Wednesday to urge officials to keep Hilltop Child Development Center open amid concerns over staff turnover and classroom disruptions — attempts to meet with administrators were unsuccessful.

After Lawrence Public Schools switched to Durham School Services, some families experienced bus delays & enrollment miscommunications after classes began on Aug.

13, with one parent reporting an extended commute and multiple call attempts to resolve issues. Durham apologized and said it would work with the district to refine routes.

Researchers at Pittsburg State University are tracking bright yellow prothonotary warblers that breed in southeast Kansas before migrating south to Columbia.

The team uses geolocators on male birds to gather data on their migration patterns and notes a significant population increase this season.

The Dole Institute has announced fall programming+ featuring panels on bipartisan cooperation, AI in energy and affordable housing at the University of Kansas.

Events include discussion sessions starting Sept. 16, a KU alumna event with Sheila Bair on Oct. 27 and a Tribute to Veterans Gala on Nov. 8.