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Lawrence
Thursday, December 18th, 2025
Good morning, Lawrence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ KU assistant professor Amal El Haimeur consulted for Firaxis to add Sayyida al-Hurra, a 16th-century Moroccan pirate queen, as a historical leader in Civ VII (released Feb. 11) in a December 9 update, expanding accurate cultural representation in the popular game series. University of Kansas
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new book from KU and other institutions outlines how to move beyond student surveys for evaluating teaching. The book details a seven-year project (the TEval initiative) that gives universities strategies to better measure and reward instructional improvement. University of Kansas
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A crew from the Kansas Geological Survey and water staff will measure groundwater levels near Colby on Jan.2, Goodland on Jan.3, Elkhart on Jan.4, and Liberal on Jan.5 (weather permitting). The project will check the High Plains aquifer as part of an annual water resource review. University of Kansas
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LAG Members’ Monthly Critique Coffee Hour
9:30-11:00 a.m. — ART EMERGENCY — Bring your own beverage — Share and discuss artwork over coffee and donuts with fellow members.
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SAFe® 5.1 Lean Portfolio Management Training
9 AM — Lawrence, KS — $1299 Early Bird, $1899 Regular — Master Lean Portfolio Management in this comprehensive two-day workshop tailored for leaders and managers.
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Final Friday at Cider Gallery
5-9 p.m. — Cider Gallery — Free entry — Explore a unique blend of art and community in a vibrant event space.
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Pasta Night: Lasagne
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — Reservations required for dinner — Indulge in house-made lasagne with a classic three-meat sauce and a variety of Italian dishes.
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Restaurant Week: Southeast Asia with Guest Chef Depal Patel
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $45 per person — Experience a delightful three-course prix-fixe meal featuring Southeast Asian cuisine crafted by Guest Chef Depal Patel.
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Restaurant Week: South America with Guest Chef Ken Baker
4:30-9 p.m. — Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy — $45 per person — Savor a delightful South American-inspired three-course meal featuring guest chef Ken Baker.
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