2020Q2: Letter from the Publishers
When we chose East Lawrence as the focal point for our Q2 (June) issue, we certainly were not expecting Covid-19 to close down our city. For a moment, we discussed postponing. But even though it was going to be a challenge for our writers to get their interviews and to make sure we would be able to get the impactful visuals to go with those articles, [MORE]
Lawrence in Perspective: An Early Hub of Culture
The Turnhalle in East Lawrence was the center of German-American residents’ lives.
In the late-19th century, immigrants were critical to the United States’ westward expansion. [MORE]
Feel the Difference
East Lawrence is not just one side of a larger town but an area with a distinctive culture uniquely its own.
East Lawrence is known for its vibrant neighborhood activity, the strong character of its buildings and homes, and the passionate people who live there. Yet many of these fundamental qualities, when pushed to better describe, seem to challenge one another. [MORE]
Newsmakers 2020Q2
Kate White joins CEK Insurance.
Sunflower Bank Announces Retirement of Lawrence Banker Glynn Sheridan.
Just Food Receives Solar Donation to be installed by Good Energy Solutions.
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NonProfit: A Community Treasure
Lawrence’s Center for Great Futures continues vital work of previous teen center.
On a sticky, humid September afternoon in 2018, Boys & Girls Clubs of America president and CEO Jim Clark stood on a small stage at 2910 Haskell Ave. The words he delivered still serve as a source of pride. [MORE]
Leading by Example
Infill development surges on the east side despite strict city codes and a lack of incentives for smaller projects.
In the past decade, infill development has taken off like wildfire in eastern Lawrence. Vacant lots and formerly empty, crumbling buildings have been replaced by bright new structures and creative remodels, both in commercial areas like the Warehouse Arts District and in residential areas such as the Brook Creek Neighborhood. [MORE]
Seeing the Future Through the Past
The split between east and west started early in Lawrence, and East Lawrence has transformed into an artistic, eclectic part of town.
Gardens across East Lawrence were bursting with flowers in May, but none were more intriguing than those painted by Mona Cliff, a multidisciplinary visual artist creating a mural near the corner of 11th and Pennsylvania streets. [MORE]
The Art of Outdoors
Nature, recreation and history intertwine in the eclectic world that is East Lawrence.
Spending time outdoors is an essential part of life, especially during times of increased daily stress and anxiety. According to WebMD, the health benefits of spending time outside include getting exercise and Vitamin D [MORE]
Off the Beaten Path
Blink and you might miss the diversified industrial district thriving off of Bullene Street.
On the surface, it’s a nondescript, even confusing, area of East Lawrence.Traveling east on 19th Street just before hitting Haskell Avenue, it’s a good idea to maintain a northward gaze if the goal is to find Bullene Avenue. [MORE]
Professional Spotlight: Robyn Coventon
What is Heartland’s most important commodity or service?
Our mission of welcoming all who need care speaks volumes about who we are and what we do as an organization. We are focused on providing solutions for all living in our community to ensure everyone is able to access and afford comprehensive medical care. [MORE]
LMH: A Whole New World
LMH doctor advises residents to consider not only themselves and family members, but all community members when choosing daily practices to help prevent the coronavirus. [MORE]
It Started with Lofts
East Lawrence’s Warehouse Arts District started with a singular focus on converting one building and blossomed into something so much more.
When Tony Krsnich was sewing the first seeds of development for a little-regarded area of East Lawrence eight years ago, his visions were more molehill than mountain. [MORE]