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Lawrence
Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Lawrence finishes 10-month construction on 6th Street, improving safety, accessibility, and infrastructure. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ City offices and various services announce closures and modified schedules for the holiday season. City of Lawrence
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man accidentally stole a car in Lawrence when he mistook it for his own due to both vehicles being identical and having the keys left in the ignition, leading to him thanking the police for their response. KCTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mike Jones, Lawrence High School's band director, received the 2024 Outstanding Band Director Award from the Northeast Kansas Music Educators Association for his impactful work and dedication. The Lawrence Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence city commissioners approved the parking lot at Eighth and Vermont streets as the location for a new downtown transit station, featuring amenities for drivers and riders, with construction starting in 2026 at a projected cost of $2.03 million. The Lawrence Times
- ➤ The Lawrence City Commission has initiated the process to consider providing tax breaks for the University of Kansas to support the construction of its Gateway District project. The Lawrence Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study reveals that people who consciously oppose negative stereotypes about mental illness may still possess unconscious biases that affect their behavior. University of Kansas
- ➤ A Lawrence, Kansas, restaurant, Tryyaki, reassures customers after a video surfaced of an employee preparing meat on the pavement, explaining it was for personal use, not for the restaurant, sparking a special inspection but finding no violations. KSNT 27
- ➤ Valentino Stella, a researcher from the University of Kansas, contributed to the development of Vyalev, a new Parkinson's drug therapy, promising improved consistency and comfort in treatment. University of Kansas
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Kid-Friendly Hot Chocolate and Caroling Event
Participants will enjoy hot chocolate, snacks, and share Christmas cookies while singing carols for residents at Delaware Commons.
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A Very Ruby Christmas: Holiday Extravaganza at Liberty Hall
This holiday event features Ruby Mae performing live at Liberty Hall in Lawrence, Kansas, promising an entertaining evening filled with festive music.
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Bright Lights Winter Nights 2024: Runway Fashion Show
The Bright Lights Winter Nights 2024 event features a runway fashion show showcasing the latest winter trends and designs, benefiting an educational fund for models and fashion majors.
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Christmas Eve Service at Free City Church
The community is invited to gather for a Christmas Eve service at Liberty Memorial Central Middle School to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.
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Lawrence Art Guild Fall All Members' Show
The Fall All Members' Show at The Cider Gallery showcases diverse works from a wide range of talented artists affiliated with the Lawrence Art Guild.
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Coming of Age: Rites of Passage into Elderhood
This immersive experience offers a structured approach to reflecting on life transitions, encouraging participants to celebrate their past while embracing new opportunities in elderhood.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.
~ Louisa May Alcott
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