The City of Lawrence values social media as a relevant and useful tool to help communicate to – and with – our community. Whether or not you subscribe to any social media channels, you can view the City's Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube posts and videos below. You can also learn more about City projects and activities by checking out or following our other social media sites, below. View our social media policy.
🚽💥 Just because it says it’s flushable doesn’t mean it should be flushed. “Flushable” wipes don’t break down like toilet paper — they clog pipes, damage equipment, and can cost thousands to repair. In fact, wipes are responsible for an estimated $440 million in damage to U.S. ...sewer systems each year. 😬
✅ Only flush the 3 P’s: Pee, Poop, and (toilet) Paper. Everything else? Trash it! Let’s keep things flowing, Lawrence. 💧
🔗 Learn more about protecting your pipes at: lawrenceks.org/mso/wastewater
A new powerful episode of Collaborative Solutions is live! Hosts put the spotlight on Dustin Moore — lead for the Homeless Response Team through Artists Helping the Homeless, a devoted father and husband, and a tireless advocate for people experiencing homelessness.
Formerly ...incarcerated and unhoused, he transformed his life through courage, accountability, and a deep commitment to service. Dustin shares how he rebuilt his life, rose into leadership, and now shows up every day to walk alongside others on their own path to stability. Listen now: collaborativesolutionspodcast.podbean.com
Reminder! City offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day: lawrenceks.org/2025/06/25/city-offices-closed-service-alterations-set-for-independence-day
🗑: No delay in solid waste collection for Independence Day. All collection will happen according to your... regular schedule.
🚗: Parking meters, lots and garages will be free on July 4.
🚌: There will be no Lawrence Transit service on July 4. Central Station will also be closed.
⛹: Parks, Recreation and Culture programming and facilities will have altered hours for the holiday, with Community Building, East Lawrence Recreation Center, Holcom Park Recreation Center, Sports Pavilion Lawrence, Indoor Aquatic Center and Prairie Park Nature Center closed on July 4. More information is in our release.
🎆 Reminder! 🇺🇸 Lawrence is a fireworks-free city.
Celebrate Independence Day safely AND be respectful of neighbors — people and pets! — who are negatively affected by fireworks. Only the following novelty items are permitted in City limits: party poppers, snaps, snakes/glow ...worms, sparklers, toy caps, and toy smoke devices.
More information: lawrenceks.org/fireworks
🚧 Construction Update: Iowa St. & 19th St. Intersection 🚧
Starting Thursday, July 3, contractors will close the west side of the 19th & Iowa intersection to begin the next phase of the Iowa Street improvement project.
🛣️ Need to head west? Traffic on Iowa St. ...will be directed south to 21st Street, where drivers can turn westbound.
📍 Signboards are in place to help guide you around the closure.
We know construction can be frustrating, and we appreciate your patience as we keep this project moving quickly and safely.
July issues of The Flame and The Flame Online are now available: lawrenceks.org/newsletter 🧐 Read and enjoy!
Summerfest is THIS WEEK! 🎉🎇 Join us for live music, food trucks, and an epic drone show. This event is FREE and open to the public, no tickets required. More details below ⬇
🖼 Artisan Fair | 4-9 p.m. | Building 21
🎙 Live Music | Mainstage (Open Pavilion) 6:00 p.m. | ...Artisan Fair Stage (Building 21) 4:00 p.m.
🌮 Food Trucks | 5-10:30 p.m. | Main Fairgrounds Circle
🤸♀️ Kid Zone | 4-9 p.m. | Open Pavilion
✨ Drone Show | 9:45 p.m. | Fairgrounds outdoor arena
✔ Check out the official event webpage for more details: lawrenceks.org/lprd/summerfest
🎨 Today we're celebrating National Mural Day! Where is your favorite mural in Lawrence? Let us know in the comments ⬇️