Lawrence prepares for summer road work and lane closures
Summer road construction starts this week with about 20 projects through Sept. 1. Crack sealing resurfacing will begin Monday as Public Works and City Engineer plans note no exact dates for each project. Adjacent residents will receive postcards and 24 to 48 hour advance door hanger alerts before driveways or access are affected. Major reconstructions will also bring lane and intersection closures.
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Lawrence Public Library Launches Build a Better World Summer Program
The Lawrence Public Library opens its largest annual Summer Reading program this Wednesday with the theme Build a Better World. Activities include Dinner A Movie, Tiny House Festival for adults, Lego Build-a-thon for kids, a teen zine workshop, and book recommendations to engage readers of all ages as about 4,500 participants are expected to complete the program.
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Summer reading program returns to Lawrence Public Library
Lawrence residents can pick up the summer reading catalogue at 707 Vermont Street or online. The program, promoting “Building a Better World,” runs through August 20 with prizes for finishing five books for adults or 12 for kids and teens, or 30 hours of reading for all ages. Morgan notes reading broadly benefits students, with 5,000 to 6,000 participants yearly. the program is free and a Lawrence family tradition.
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Virtual School grants diplomas to largest class yet
Lawrence Virtual School at Free State High School awarded diplomas to 80 graduates in its biggest class. Principal Jerri Kemble noted strong bonds with virtual students, and salutatorian Tobi Barta said enrollment led to friendships through clubs, student council and National Honor Society activities, easing isolation fears.
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