Daily
Lawrence
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Boulevard Brewing Co. has unveiled three new KU and Mizzou-themed drinks for sale in Kansas and Missouri retail stores and stadiums—KU’s powerfully hop-forward Pay Heed Pale Ale and Crimson and Blueberry Quirk are available now while Mizzou’s Tiger Paw Punch Quirk will debut early next year. KCTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Kansas School of Law announced yesterday that Wagstaff & Cartmell donated $1 million to its scholarship fund, a gift planned to support law students chosen for academic excellence and financial need. The donation reinforces the firm’s longstanding ties to the region — a commitment that will help future attorneys — and starts a broader fundraising effort for new opportunities. University of Kansas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ United Way is providing support and essential resources to local residents as the government shutdown continues— the nonprofit said it plans to expand its community services until government operations resume. KCTV
- ➤ The Kansas Department of Agriculture announced that the FY26 Crop and Livestock Research Grant Program is now accepting applications until Nov. 25 for projects that improve drought tolerant crops, reduce nutrient runoff, and boost water efficiency—applicants can request up to $100,000 per project over a one- or two-year period. The grant is funded by a $450,000 appropriation from the State Water Plan Fund and proposals will be reviewed based on impact and feasibility. KSNT 27
- ➤ On Oct 23, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced that Kansas Farm Service Agencies resumed core operations, offering essential loan and payment programs to support local farmers affected by the shutdown. All 106 county offices and the Manhattan state office now operate with two employees handling CCC-funded programs (including Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage) and are beginning to accept applications to alternative programs (such as Guaranteed Farm Loans). KSNT 27
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The Unteachables Comedy Tour
8-11 p.m. — Liberty Hall — Cash only — Enjoy a night of laughs at this all-ages comedy show in the heart of Lawrence.
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Pinkshift Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Bottleneck — Cost info not provided — Experience a night of dynamic music with Pinkshift.
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Daniel Donato Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Granada — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of live music with Daniel Donato at a local favorite venue.
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Rexx Life Raj Concert
8:00-9:30 PM — The Bottleneck — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying performance from Rexx Life Raj in a popular local venue.
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Pasta Night: Pici alla Carbonara
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner service — Savor hand-made pici pasta with a classic carbonara sauce crafted from local ingredients.
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Pasta Night: Gnocchi alla Sorrentina
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner service — Enjoy authentic house-made gnocchi baked in tomato passata with mozzarella.
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Pasta Night: Butternut Squash Ravioli
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations recommended — Enjoy house-made butternut squash ravioli in a cozy wine bar setting.
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Pasta Night: Pici al fumo
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Enjoy hand-made pici pasta with fumo sauce along with a variety of Italian dishes and a full wine list.
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Pop-Up Dinner & Wine Experience
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations requested — Enjoy a unique pop-up dining experience featuring rotating dishes paired with exceptional wines.
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Pasta Night: Orecchiette Pugliese
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Enjoy hand-made orecchiette with sausage and broccoli in a cozy wine bar setting.
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