Hurst couple named Citizen of the Years in Lawrence
Ron and Joanne Hurst receive the Citizen of the Years award from the Lawrence Chamber for lifetimes of service across more than 40 volunteer groups and leadership roles at LMH Health and local boards. Senator Marci Francisco to receive the ATHENA Award presented by Crown Automotive for community impact and leadership.
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Our 2022 Board of Directors Introduced
The 2022 board lineup includes Derek Kwan as Board Chair from Lied Center of Kansas with Kirsten Bou as Immediate Past Chair. Kristin Eldridge of SNAP Promotions becomes Incoming Chair, and Russ Johnson from LMH Health serves as Treasurer.
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Rising Together Drives Local Economic Development Campaign
The EDC led by Bonnie Lowe outlines expanded goals from a capital campaign. Through the Rising Together effort, the county seeks higher paying jobs, supports entrepreneurs, and partners on childcare, housing, and workforce reentry to help families return to work.
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