New Explore Lawrence director finds city’s soul
Michael Davidson, newly named Explore Lawrence director, says the city has soul and authenticity. He arrived in Lawrence after from Newark where he led the Greater Newark Convention and Visitors Bureau, and he toured the Lawrence Arts Center lobby before departing toward Rock Chalk Park.
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City Budget Talks Set as Lawrence Commis sion Reviews 14 Departments
Lawrence city leaders prepare to hear 14 department budget requests for 2017 in a four hour work session starting at 3 p.m. Tuesday with a brief meeting at 5 45 p.m. Finance Director Bryan Kidney will outline the city's overall finances before the department presentations. A second work session to hear outside agencies is planned for June 21 with final budget approval in August.
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New Zealander travels 8000 miles to pursue justice in Lawrence
New Zealand blogger Rachel Gronback, 31, who writes about fashion and body positivity, seeks to press harassment charges after receiving explicit messages on Instagram. Lawrence officials say charges could be filed if she attends court, but travel costs must be covered. She has support from Ron Wilson and others to pursue the case.
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Campaign ads roll out as election nears
As the general election still five months away, campaign advertisements are already airing nationwide. The early push signals growing voter engagement and strategic messaging as parties set the pace for the upcoming race.
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