Henderson retires as Lawrence shelter leader after lasting impact
The Kaw Valley Quilters Guild will expand efforts with Pat and Bridget Law to sew quilts for all beds at the shelter to raise funds. Roxanne Hayden credits Henderson's quiet leadership for community unity and personal recovery after six years in shelter housing. longtime editor Craig Sweets recalls Henderson quoting the Statue of Liberty and vows, “I’m going to miss him.” Shelter staff praise his heart and commitment as the city thanks donors volunteers and officials for creating a dignified path from homelessness to stability. Henderson plans to stay in Lawrence and continues to support the cause.
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Kaw Valley Quilters Guild
Pat
Bridget Law
Roxanne Hayden
Lawrence
Craig Sweets
Change of Heart Street
Loring
Sweets
Shelter
Dianne Huggins
Online chat option offered by crisis center in Kansas
Chris Maxwell of Headquarters notes crisis callers prefer instant messaging for anonymity and comfort. A pilot program will run Wednesdays 2-4 pm and Saturdays 6-8 pm for Douglas County residents, costing about 2000 dollars annually from a Kansas Youth Death by Own Action Prevention grant. The center aims to expand statewide after evaluating the trial.
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Maxwell
Douglas County
Kansas
Local bridge club raises funds for Alzheimer's with all-night game
Kaw Valley Bridge Club players raised over $6,000 for the Alzheimer's Association by playing 17 hours straight from 5:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. on the longest day of the year. Club president Chris Lane notes the disease heavily affects ACBL members, and doctors say bridge may delay dementia onset.
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Gardner Brothers offer can cleaning service in Lawrence
Kyson Gardner, 16, and Kendrick Gardner, 17, advertise door to door in Lawrence offering trash can cleaning. They use soap, power wash, and deodorizer, completing in five to ten minutes, with options for one time or recurring cleaning to fund college and a mission trip. They credit guidance from an Olathe contact and previously faced a municipal stink complaint noted by the Journal World. Contact 785-418-7630.
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