The Lawrence Business Magazine introduced our yearly impact issue in 2012 with the Women of Impact; ten years later, we decided to focus again on the Women of Impact in our community.
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!
When we celebrated our 10th Anniversary of the Lawrence Business Magazine last fall, we thought about what it means to be part of the community for ten years. But what about those that have been part of our community for 20, 30, 50, or more?
In this issue, we highlight some of what’s going on and how important it is to the community; and the tremendous benefits created for the City of Lawrence in having a strong manufacturing sector.
Technology used to develop a new kind of concrete as an alternative to help manage runoff problems.
In the ever-changing world today, it is essential that we take steps within our communities to preserve our natural resources, especially water.
Every year we do an Impact issue; this year, it is on The Impact of Water. One of the essentials to life and something that continually needs our respect and stewardship.
Wastewater management is key to maintaining the health and well-being of community members and the environment.
Stormwater issues are top of mind and a constant concern in Lawrence, especially with the Kaw River running through town and threats of climate change.
Understanding and protecting Douglas County’s rivers, lakes and wetlands is a multifaceted process including many state and local entities.