Daily
Lawrence
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Angie Bauer of Tenants to Homeowners works with a team to use trauma-informed property management at Sunrise House and 73 supportive housing units to help residents who have experienced homelessness and other hardships stay housed. Her approach—centered on flexible rules and round-the-clock assistance—includes coordinating care services to reduce evictions and strengthen daily living skills. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ The City of Lawrence Parks, Recreation and Culture Department will host the 2025 Holiday Extravaganza at Sports Pavilion Lawrence on Saturday, December 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. — over 240 local artisans will display handcrafted items in a free community marketplace. City of Lawrence
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Bales Choral Society at KU will perform its fall concert at 7 p.m. Dec. 6 at St. Lawrence Catholic Center. The program will feature John Rutter’s Gloria and other works led by visiting professor Wolfgang Reisinger — admission is free and doors open at 6:40 p.m. University of Kansas
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Kansas debate team led by Rose Larson, Milwaukee and Luna Schultz, Houston ended the fall semester as the top-ranked team in the country according to the College Policy Debate Rankings. They compiled a 46-5 record across five tournaments and their coach praised the season as the team prepared for spring debates. University of Kansas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence officials warned residents to stay home on Monday, Dec 1, after reports of rising crashes and sliding vehicles made roads dangerous — city crews plowed priority routes and pre-treated bridges as they urged drivers to clear streets for faster emergency response. KCTV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ KU School of Pharmacy researcher Zijun Wang published research in Nature Communications showing that early social isolation increases heroin seeking in mice by changing brain gene expression—her lab uses CRISPR-Cas9 to identify gene targets that may lead to new therapies for mental health and substance abuse disorders. The study builds on five years of work funded by national grants to better understand early life stress and its impacts. University of Kansas
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence native Zeke Mayo, who played on March 1 at Allen Fieldhouse, received racist online messages following a poor game as legal sports betting expanded in Missouri (raising concerns among college athletes). The NCAA is testing artificial intelligence to flag abuse while Missouri officials plan measures to protect players. KCTV
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Champagne Wine Dinner with Ken Baker
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $85 per person plus wine costs — Explore the versatility of Champagne through a curated dinner menu featuring unique pairings.
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Pop-Up Dinner & Wine Experience
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Walk-ins welcome — Enjoy a rotating dish and explore discounted wine flights in a lively atmosphere.
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Pasta Night: Spaghetti alla Chitarra
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Enjoy house-made spaghetti with a spicy tomato sauce and polpettini at this weekly Italian culinary showcase.
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Holiday Art Fair
10 AM – 6 PM — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Explore unique, handcrafted holiday gifts from local artists at this beloved annual tradition.
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Pasta Night: Tagliatelle with Mushrooms
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner service — Enjoy hand-made tagliatelle pasta paired with a variety of authentic Italian sauces.
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Pop-Up Dinner & Wine Experience
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations recommended — Enjoy a variety of culinary delights alongside curated wine flights in a cozy setting.
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Pasta Night: Ravioli Quattro Formaggi
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Indulge in house-made ravioli with a unique four-cheese filling and pesto sauce.
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Graduation Reception at Cider Gallery
1-3 p.m. — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Celebrate academic achievements in a vibrant and artistic venue.
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Pasta Night: Gnocchi with White Ragu
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required — Indulge in house-made gnocchi with a traditional white three-meat ragu this Pasta Night.
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Gabriel Rutledge Live Comedy Show
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM — The Comedy Club of Lawrence — Cost varies — Experience the hilarious storytelling of Gabriel Rutledge, a seasoned comic known for his quick wit and engaging performances.
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