Lawrence springs forward with downtown growth and KU Football Spring game
Lawrence showcases urban renewal with new Winfield's building and Arensburg's renovation on Mass Street. A seven story mixed use project at Ninth and New Hampshire adds retail, offices, and 50 plus apartments. New jobs from Treanor's Strong Building revamp and Berry Plastics warehouse break ground as Plastikon expands locally. Memorial Stadium hosts KU spring game April 30. Lawrence Chamber CEO Tom Kern notes positive community momentum.
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Lawrence
Winfield’s
Mass Street
Arensburg
Ninth and
New Hampshire
Treanor Architects
Strong
Vermont
Berry Plastics
Farmer's Turnpike
Plastikon
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Eudora
Memorial Stadium
Tom Kern
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce
Primary industries drive Lawrence economy and growth
The article explains how contributory or primary businesses bring money into the Lawrence Douglas County area through sales to outside markets, paying workers who then spend in consumptive local firms. It highlights examples like Amarr Garage Doors and Berry Plastics, and notes the need for diverse primary industries to stabilize earnings, jobs, and overall growth.
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Lawrence
Amarr
Berry Plastics
Douglas County
Eggs and Issues final breakfast invites public
The public is invited to the final Eggs and Issues breakfast from 8 to 9 30 a.m. Saturday April 23 in the Alton Ballroom at Pachamama's. Hosted by the Chamber of Commerce the event offers one on one meetings with elected officials to discuss legislative priorities and trends. Participants include State Senator Marci Francisco and Senate Majority Whip Tom Holland along with several state representatives. Tickets are $15 for members and $20 for non members with registration through noon Friday April 22 at lawrencechamber.com. contact Adam Handshy at ahandshy lawrencechamber.com or 865 4427 for details.
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Kevin Anderson
Lawrence Journal World
Pat Roberts
Kansas
Chamber of Commerce “Business
Roberts
Middle East
Dolph Simons Jr
the World Company
Bernadette Gray- Little
Alton Ballroom
Pachamama’s
Chamber of Commerce
Barbara Ballard
Terri Lois Gregory
Tom Sloan
Ann Mah
Anthony Brown
Lawrencechamber
Adam Handshy
Lawrence Chamber Announces April May Activities
The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce lists multiple events for members and the public. April 21 Ribbon Cutting at Pinnacle Career Institute. April 23 Eggs & Issues at Pachamama's. April 28 Larsen & Associates Ribbon Cutting. May 6 Leadership Lawrence Class of 2011 Graduation at Alvamar. May 12 Member Luncheon with Sheahon Zenger at Pachamama's. Additional seminars include The Right Start startup seminar April 26. Let’s Write a Business Plan May 6. The Right Start sessions May 10 and 24. All events at Lawrence Chamber offices. call for info.
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Lawrence Chamber of Commerce
Pinnacle Career Institute
Pachamama’s
Larsen & Associates
E. 25Th St
Ste B
Lawrence
Alvamar Country Club
Chamber of Commerce
Sheahon Zenger
Lawrencechamber.com
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce 2011 Board of Directors
The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce thanks its volunteer Board of Directors and their companies for dedication to Douglas County economic development and community vitality. Executive Committee includes Chair Cindy Yulich Emprise Bank Post Chair Matt Hoy Stevens Brand Incoming Chair John Ross Laser Logic Treasurer Doug Gaumer INTRUST Bank Secretary Tom Kern. Permanent ex officers include Keith Yehle Haskell Indian Nations Univ Steve Prue USD 497 Superintendent Dr Rick Doll.
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Lawrence Chamber of Commerce
Douglas County
Cindy Yulich
Emprise Bank
Matt Hoy
Stevens & Brand
John Ross
Laser Logic
Doug Gaumer
Intrust Bank
Tom Kern
Keith Yehle
Haskell Indian Nations Univ
Steve Prue
Rick Doll
Lawrence
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Senate
Tom Holland
House
Paul Davis
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
Phillip Brown
ICL Performance
Bradley Burnside
U.S. Bank
Sheryle D’amico
Bill Fuerst
KU School of Business
George Grieb
Lynn Electric, Inc
Saralyn Reece Hardy
Spencer Museum of Art
Rodger Henry
Lawrence Medical Plaza
Tim Herndon
Arch
Ken Hite
Mize
Houser & Company
Ernesto Hodison
Douglas County Bank
Debra Vignatelli Konzem
Bright-Ehr
Chad Luce
Westar
Frank Male
Lawrence Landscape
Mike McGrew
McGrew Real Estate
Jeffrey Morrison
Prairie Asset Management Group
George Paley
Paley Properties
Caspian Group
Delbert Phlipot
Trudy Rice
Rice Enterprises
Linda Robinson
KU Center For Research On Learning
Miles Schnaer
Crown Automotive
Steve Schwada
Meadowbrook Apts
Todd Thompson
Thompson
Ramsdell & Qualseth
Paul Werner
Constance Wolfe
Halcyon House
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