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Lawrence
Thursday, December 5th, 2024
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Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence achieves a perfect score of 100 on the Municipal Equality Index for the third consecutive year, reflecting its commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion. City of Lawrence
- ➤ The Lawrence Times is initiating a community network to enhance news coverage on Lawrence Public Schools, seeking public participation for comprehensive reporting. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ Lucas Fearn, a senior at Free State High School, received an American Red Cross Lifesaving Award for saving his teacher's life using the Heimlich maneuver. The Lawrence Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ James Yékú examines cancel culture, ethnic controversies, and football's race issues in his essay collection 'Ambivalent Encounters and Other Essays'. University of Kansas
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dee Miller faces a dilemma as profit-driven assisted living facilities require $11,000/month out of pocket for her disabled husband's care, highlighting broader concerns about the long-term care industry in Kansas. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ A forum by Kansas Advocates for Better Care highlighted issues in the profit-driven nursing home industry and the lack of regulatory support, affecting the care of older residents. The Lawrence Times
INVEST NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This isn’t mainstream news—it’s intentional. More than 10,000 investors, including early Uber and eBay backers, are already in. You can join too, but the window closes 9/18. Pacaso
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38th Annual Lawrence Festival of Trees
Experience a festive holiday tradition with over 55 beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, and gingerbread houses, all available for auction to support The O'Connell Children's Shelter.
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Tails & Traditions Holiday Festival
Experience a festive holiday celebration for kids with crafts, activities, and an outdoor parade at the Watkins Community Museum.
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100th Annual Vespers Evening Concert
Celebrate a century of musical tradition at the 100th Annual Vespers Evening concert featuring talented students from the KU School of Music.
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Zakk Sabbath Live with The Iron Maidens
Zakk Sabbath will perform live with The Iron Maidens at Liberty Hall in Lawrence.
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One Million Cups - Lawrence
A weekly gathering at KU Innovation Park for local entrepreneurs to connect and share ideas over coffee.
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Edmonds Duncan Customer Party at Cider Gallery
The Edmonds Duncan Customer Party is a social gathering hosted at the Cider Gallery, featuring event services including bar options and a welcoming space for community interaction.
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Fleet Fuels' Christmas Party at Eldridge Hotel
The event features festive activities, prizes, and complimentary accommodations, creating a cheerful atmosphere for attendees.
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LAG Holiday Art Market at Cider Gallery
The LAG Holiday Art Market offers a variety of local art for sale in a community-oriented setting at the Cider Gallery.
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Holiday Art Fair by Lawrence Art Guild
The Holiday Art Fair is an annual event showcasing handcrafted gifts, hosted by the Lawrence Art Guild at the Cider Gallery in Lawrence, Kansas.
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Ashley Davis Winter Solstice Music Celebration
This annual Winter Solstice Celebration features Ashley Davis and Dublin harper Cormac De Barra, offering an evening of music, stories, and festive joy.
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