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Heritage Conservation Council announces 2023 grant funding available to conserve landmarks, natural areas
The Douglas County Heritage Conservation Council (HCC) announces $210,000 in funding is available through its 2023 Natural & Cultural grant program.
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Appraiser's Office mails change of value notices for properties
The Douglas County Appraiser’s Office mailed change of value notices for about 41,290 properties on Feb. 28. The information includes last year’s value and the new 2023 value.
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Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) Meeting on Wed, March 1, 2023 - 8:30 AM
Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) Meeting on Wed, March 1, 2023 - 8:30 AM
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District Court, District Attorney's Office closed on Mon, February 20, 2023
Douglas County District Court and the Douglas County District Attorney's Office will be closed Monday, Feb. 20, in observance of President's Day.
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Public Works is accepting applications for the user-fee dust control program
Public Works is accepting applications for the 2023 user-fee dust control program. The deadline to submit an application is Friday, March 10.
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Douglas County - Commission Board Meeting on Wed, February 8, 2023 - 4:00 PM and 5:30 PM
The public is encouraged to join our County Commission meetings in person or live using Zoom.
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Douglas County hosting Ecosystem Town Hall on Feb. 16 for entrepreneurs, small business owners
Douglas County, in partnership with the Douglas County Community Foundation, Lawrence Chamber of Commerce, Network Kansas, and Forward Cities are excited to host the E3 Nation Tour.
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Jury Trial on Monday, January 23rd, 2023
The Jury Service Period for all January 23rd to February 3rd jurors has now begun. Jurors in Groups [1, 8, 9, & 11] from the 01/23 Service Period need to report on Monday, January 23rd by 8:15 am to the Division 1 courtroom located on the main floor in the Judicial and Law Enforcement Center at 111 E 11th.
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Douglas County's 2023 Legislative Statement
Douglas County’s annual operating budget serves as the most significant policy document, maintaining core County services, while prioritizing key investments that support the prosperity and health of our community.
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Lawrence - Commission Board Meeting on Wed, January 11, 2023 - 5:30 PM
The public is encouraged to join our County Commission meetings in person or live using Zoom.
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Eudora machinist Wayne Neis fixes historic County Courthouse clock
Before the year winds to an end, we want to give a very special shout-out to Eudora machinist Wayne Neis who fixed the Courthouse clock!
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Lawrence & Douglas County Sustainability Announces Two Gleaning Events Next Week:
Lawrence & Douglas County Sustainability announces two gleaning events next week:
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We Are Announcing 15 Upcoming COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for Children Ages 6 Months to 4 Years!
Following approval by the FDA and recommendation by the CDC, we are announcing 15 upcoming COVID-19 vaccination clinics for children ages 6 months to 4 years!
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Vinland Drop-off Recycling Site at 1704 N 700 Road Is Now Open
This new Vinland drop-off recycling site at 1704 N 700 Road is now open for residents who live in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County.
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VOTING INFORMATION!
The primary election will be held August 2. The ballot will include nominations for statewide offices, state representatives, county commissioner, precinct committee persons and township officers in addition to a Constitutional question.
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Fireworks can be legally discharged in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County
Fireworks can be legally discharged in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County as long as the property owner has given permission and provides supervision.
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Census Bureau reports Douglas County population was 120,290 in 2019
Douglas County had a population of 120,290 people in 2019, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Lawrence Reporter.
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Census Bureau reports Douglas County population was 121,304 in 2020
Douglas County had a population of 121,304 people in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Lawrence Reporter.
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Douglas County ranked 84th in Kansas for resident earnings in 2018
Douglas County ranked 84th among counties in Kansas by annual earnings per resident, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Douglas County ranked 78th in Kansas for resident earnings in 2019
Douglas County ranked 78th among counties in Kansas by annual earnings per resident, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.