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Upbeat: Lawrence Central Marching Band and Guard

Upbeat: Lawrence Central Marching Band and Guard

0 / December 11, 2012 7:28 am

Lawrence Central High School Performing Arts has a lot to be proud of, not the least of which is their Marching Band and Guard. The Spirit of Central Marching Band and Guard (known as SOC) has twice been Bands of [...]

On Fire For Lawrence: Dino Batalis Sparks Fire Department’s Needy Family Program

On Fire For Lawrence: Dino Batalis Sparks Fire Department’s Needy Family Program

0 / December 6, 2012 4:01 am

Spend a few minutes with Dino Batalis, and you’ll quickly understand what makes the guy tick: It’s extending a helping hand to someone in need. Fueled by a commitment to public service that he learned as a kid, it should [...]

Lawrence North High School Digs in its History

Lawrence North High School Digs in its History

0 / December 2, 2012 8:07 am

In 1974, the Metropolitan School District of Lawrence broke ground in a field with intention of building a new high school. Thirty-eight years ago, the ceremony took place on what is now the site of Lawrence North High School. This [...]

City of Lawrence Monthly Update

City of Lawrence Monthly Update

0 / November 12, 2012 2:41 pm

Well, what a month makes. In the October edition of atGeist, I shared what I thought was some hopeful news that we would be able to spare the elimination of 24 EMTs from the City of Lawrence’s Fire Department. However, [...]

Running For His Life

Running For His Life

0 / October 23, 2012 4:05 am

When Chris Galloway moved to Indianapolis, he needed a way to meet new people, enjoy a little healthy competition, and find a fitness accountability partner. Joining Indy Runners in 2005 allowed him to fulfill all those goals, plus a few [...]

Lawrence Council Update

Lawrence Council Update

0 / October 9, 2012 8:44 am

The last 6 weeks have been very busy for the Council with several resolutions and ordinances submitted for council approval. Ordinance # 15 which was recently approved by all 9 council members was a significant event. The Original Ordinance, titled [...]

Careful! These Cars are Sharp!

Careful! These Cars are Sharp!

0 / September 24, 2012 12:49 pm

It’s a pretty safe bet that motorists traveling along Pendleton Pike in Lawrence have noticed renewed activity at the former home of Burd Ford, Inc. – and for good reason. The impressive structure at 10320 Pendleton Pike has a new [...]

Exploring the World of Alternative Health and Wellness!

Exploring the World of Alternative Health and Wellness!

0 / September 22, 2012 7:01 am

Let’s explore another approach to health and fitness: Alternative Wellness. Traditional physician health care is ever expanding and is shifting a bit to include identified methods of Alternative Wellness. One could define Alternative Wellness as a proactive process of becoming [...]

Benjamin Harrison YMCA Makes a Splash

Benjamin Harrison YMCA Makes a Splash

0 / September 1, 2012 9:04 am

Executive Director Roger Corley is thrilled that water lovers young and old are enjoying the facilities at the Benjamin Harrison YMCA’s new outdoor aquatic center. It is the first outdoor pool facility in the City of Lawrence, and it features [...]

City of Lawrence Council Update

City of Lawrence Council Update

0 / August 8, 2012 6:01 am

2012 brought four newly-elected members to the City of Lawrence Council. Two were elected as At-Large candidates, which means they represent the entire City of Lawrence. I was one of those newly-elected At-Large candidates and as a first time candidate, [...]