Farmers Turnpike overhaul to begin this month
County officials announced a major Farmers Turnpike upgrade to reduce crashes along County Road 438. Crews will extend box culverts starting Monday, with the road remaining open initially and minor delays expected. A full closure is planned for June 29 to begin reconstruction, detouring through the South Lawrence Trafficway and US 40, with reopening targeted for November 21 before Thanksgiving.
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Australian triathletes settle in Lawrence for summer training
Berkel age 24 competes in Revolution 3 triathlon in Middlebury Connecticut as part of an Australian squad based in Lawrence. The group trains with the Lawrence Aquahawks, boosting local swimmers while balancing May to October travel across the U.S. between 70.3 Ironmans and Olympic distance events. Fettell notes shorter races build experience and sponsor appeal, with full Ironmans as long term goals.
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Ironman 70.3 Kansas set for June 14 in Lawrence
The Ironman 70.3 Kansas half Ironman runs 1.2 mile swim at Clinton Lake 56 mile bike course through Douglas County and a 13.1 mile run. Lawrence hosts the event on June 14 with KU intern Shaun Hittle available for contact.
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County garden tour highlights master gardeners in Lawrence
Douglas County Extension Master Gardeners host a home garden tour featuring Sue and Pat Shea’s yard in Lawrence with tropical and traditional plant mix. The event runs Saturday and today 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with tickets at the gardens or Douglas County 4-H Fairgrounds Demonstration Gardens. Proceeds fund local extension programs.
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