JULY 2026 Community Calendar July 4 | Summerfest 2026 Lawrence’s annual Independence Day celebration returns to the Douglas County Fairgrounds from 4:00-10:00 PM. Enjoy live music, food trucks, family activities, entertainers, and a 400-drone light show celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. MORE INFO July 11 | Score Lawrence Soccer Celebration Celebrate the excitement of […]
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The Great Garage Migration Every summer, it happens. The garage slowly stops being a garage and becomes a holding area for everything that does not have a better plan: pool noodles, half-empty paint cans, soccer gear, holiday decorations, mystery boxes from the last move, and the bike nobody has ridden since 2019. By July, the
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Helping Buyers Look Beyond the Shine FeaturingLauren Ballard, Zach Dodson, and Danny Freeman. When buyers walk into a home, it’s easy to focus on what they can see: updated kitchens, fresh paint, and stylish finishes. Stephens Real Estate agents help clients look beyond those first impressions and evaluate the factors that can have the
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Grilled Zucchini, Corn and Feta Ingredients 2 to 3 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise 2 ears fresh corn, husked 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil Salt and black pepper 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Optional: fresh basil, lemon juice, red pepper flakes Instructions Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates. Brush corn with
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Insights from our Agents: What Buyers Notice First FeaturingLauren Ballard, Michelle Roberts-Freeman, Robyn Elder, and Libby Grady We recently asked several Stephens Real Estate agents what today’s buyers notice immediately about a home, both the things that draw them in and the things that can raise concerns. While every buyer is different, some common themes
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The World Is Headed to Kansas City. Lawrence Is Part of the Story. This summer, the world’s attention will turn to Kansas City as the FIFA World Cup arrives in the region. As the official home base camp for Team Algeria, Lawrence will have a unique connection to the tournament, and people have been wondering
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Summer Projects That Actually Add Value Summer is the perfect time to tackle home improvement projects—but if resale value is part of the equation, some projects are smarter investments than others. Boost Curb AppealFirst impressions matter. Fresh mulch, trimmed landscaping, colorful flowers, and a well-maintained lawn can make a home feel more inviting before buyers
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Grilled Peaches and Cream Simple, warm, and just a little indulgent. This is one of those summer desserts you can pull together quickly when you want something sweet without turning on the oven. Ingredients 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt or
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A Note About Moms by Lisa Stofac FeaturingMark Hummel, Kevin Phenix, Lauren Ballard, and Laura Polite Mother’s Day is in May, and it’s a reminder of something most of us already know: moms matter in a way that’s hard to put into words. They shape who we are before we even realize it. They
Backyard ROI: What Buyers Actually Care About It’s easy to assume a bigger, fancier backyard automatically means more value. In reality, buyers are a lot more practical than that, especially in Lawrence, where outdoor space actually gets used for a good stretch of the year. Here’s what really moves the needle: Shade > SizeA massive
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