New Lawrence Loop Map Available

A new Lawrence Loop Map is available. Descriptions were developed to help trail users enjoy their experience on the Lawrence Loop by identifying sections of the Loop that will suit their interests and abilities. Trail lengths are approximate.

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LiveWell Douglas County Executive Director Announced

LiveWell Douglas County is pleased to announce that Virginia (Ginny) Barnard has accepted the position of Executive Director. As Executive Director Ginny will be responsible for building and maintaining community partnerships and supporting the core funct...

Protections from Housing Discrimination Adopted

On December 13th the Lawrence City Commission voted in favor of an ordinance which will improve equal access to housing. The ordinance will add protections from housing discrimination based on a person's source of income and status as a survivor of domest...

Pathways to a Healthy Kansas

On November 29th representatives of LiveWell Douglas County met with the technical assistance team for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas’ “Pathways to a Healthy Kansas” initiative. Through the Pathways project, LiveWell has received financial support since...

LiveWell Douglas County Celebration Breakfast

On Friday, November 19, about 80 members of the LiveWell Douglas County coalition and community partners gathered at the Cider Gallery for LiveWell’s annual celebration event. Coalition Work Group leaders shared highlights of coalition and commu...

2022 Pathways Business & Wellness Symposium

WorkWell Douglas County hosted the 2022 Pathways Business & Wellness Symposium in early November at the Lied Center in Lawrence. Through the Pathways funding supported by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, presentations by BCBSKS staff discussed th...

Ribbon Cutting Held on Newest Loop Segment

A ribbon cutting ceremony for the newest segment of the Lawrence Loop was held on October 22nd. The new segment runs from Peterson Park to North Michigan Street. The trail passes north of the Hallmark production facility.  It features a tunnel pa...

Lawrence City Commission Approves Retail Tobacco Ordinance

After years of work by LiveWell Douglas County, Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health, and the American Heart Association, the Lawrence City Commission approved a new ordinance on November 1st requiring any business selling tobacco to have a tobacco retai...

Play With Your Food: Engaging Families and Youth at the Lawrence Farmers’ Market

A walk through the Lawrence Farmers’ Market in late summer provides a feast for the senses – aroma of just-picked tomatoes, a rainbow of carrots, fresh baked products to taste, handmade crafts to touch and the sounds of local musicians...