2025 News Archive
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‘By hook or by crook,’ the Lawrence Public Library’s collections team gets books, materials in patrons’ hands
Even as the library world experiences turbulence with the closure of a major book distributor, the oft-unseen denizens of the Lawrence Public Li
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Doctor who sold ketamine to ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry gets 2 1/2 years in prison
By ANDREW DALTON Associated PressLOS ANGELES (AP) — A doctor who pleaded guilty to selling ketamine to Matthew Perry was sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison on Wednesday at an emotional hearing over...
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Scott City Coach’s Show December 3
Scott City, Kan. (westernkansasnews.com)–Wednesday started off the winter edition of the Scott City Coach’s Show, live from Scott City Ace Hardware. The winter sports coaches and student athletes...
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Crafts, hobby horses and scavenger hunt at Watkins Museum to get kids in the holiday spirit
Although Lawrence’s Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade won’t take to the streets this year, the show will go on for the Watkins Museum’s accompanying Tails and Traditions
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Douglas County seeks input via survey on trash, recycling and other waste management
Douglas County is requesting feedback on its management of trash, recycling, organics and other waste materials.
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Lawrence Beauty Brands to close later this month
Beauty Brands will permanently close later this month after nearly three decades in business in Lawrence.
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Kansas State coach Chris Klieman is stepping down after 7 seasons leading the Wildcats
By DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports WriterKansas State football coach Chris Klieman announced his retirement Wednesday after nearly 35 years in coaching and the last seven leading the Wildcats, a run that...
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KDOT announces approved November bids
The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Nov. 19, 2025, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include...
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Danan Hughes Weekly Visit December 3
The Kansas City Chiefs are at 6-6 on the year, following their loss at Dallas on Thanksgiving. Following a mini bye week, the Chiefs will be at home for Sunday Night Football against the Houston...
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