2022Q3: Letter From the Publishers
We’re not talking about the original Old West Lawrence, which was is defined by the area west of Kentucky to Michigan and from 6th to Ninth Street. We are talking about Wakarusa Drive and the area west. According to old timers who were raised here or attending KU (including this editor’s father) in the past middle century, they talk about how there were no paved roads west of Iowa. And in the 80s, we thought that Kasold was way out there!
From East to West
These restaurants have established a unique vibe and following for themselves on both sides of Lawrence.
Hiding in Plain Sight
These businesses serve our community and beyond with their unique products and services, boosting our economy.
Newsmakers 2022Q3
Chamber, Tallgrass Studios, Early Childhood Online Resource, Good Energy Solutions, HorizonPSI
Professional Spotlight: Aaron Combs
From a prospective client, I want to know what their goals are and how long they have been after that goal. Goals give us direction and a purpose to strive for. This lets me know that they’re motivated to make some changes, which is a huge benefit for both coach and client. I also want to know if they have a support system.
NON PROFIT: Go West!
Theatre Lawrence’s reputation makes it an attractive venue not only for local and nearby community members, but also for talent who come in from other locations to perform on its stage.
In Good Company
Construction of Rock Chalk Park and the continuing expansion of housing near the intersection of Sixth and Wakarusa have contributed greatly to the success of its local food and beverage businesses.
Local Scene 2022Q3
The local scene – Ribbon Cuttings, Events and More in pictures. [CHECK IT OUT]
Welcome to the Great Outdoors
Clinton Lake offers a treasure trove of outdoor activities for all community members, from the calm of trails underfoot and birds singing to the bluster of boats whizzing across the lake.
LMH: Empowering Women
The LMH Health Women’s Center encourages self-care and offers a collaborative approach to treatment, as well as flexibility and accessibility, to all women in need of health care.
Western Alliance: Rock Chalk Park and Sports Pavilion Lawrence
In the eight years since it opened, Rock Chalk Park has delivered on its promise to maintain a comfortable community space where people can congregate and work out, as well as attract outside sporting events to boost the economy.
Moving West
Alvamar, home to many of Lawrence’s most prominent and successful businesses and organizations, spurred the growth of Lawrence west of Iowa all the way to Clinton Lake.
Moving to Higher Ground
Expanding west in Lawrence moves residents and businesses out of flood zones, and a combination of new development and infill may well be the ticket for Lawrence moving forward.
Lawrence in Perspective: Blazing a Trail
Drag Strip Road, now Wakarusa Drive, ran along a drag strip built in the late 1950s by a high school club hoping to use it as a training track.