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The City of Lawrence offers award-winning schools, affordable housing, beautiful Fort Harrison State Park, and a friendly atmosphere.

 Lawrence, IN
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Lawrence's eight officially recognized neighborhoods—Oaklandon, Fort Ben, Indian Lake, Lanesville, The Pike, Sunnyside, Geist’s Edge, and The Ridge—are now proudly represented with new banners at Lawrence Civic Plaza and the Fort Ben Cultural Campus.
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Official trick-or-treating hours in Lawrence are 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 31! Drivers: Please slow down, stay alert and use extra caution Saturday evening. Neighborhood streets will be busy with trick-or-treaters. Stay safe and have a Happy Halloween!
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Congratulations to David Roberts on joining the Lawrence Common Council! Roberts was selected through a caucus last night to fill the At-Large seat vacated by Council Member Liz Masur, who is moving out of the City. Mayor Deb Whitfield administered the oath of office.
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The Lawrence Common Council has unanimously approved Mayor Deb Whitfield’s proposed 2027 budget. The balanced budget projects a $1.3 million surplus. Press release: cityoflawrence.org/news/2026…
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Thank you to everyone who came out to Halloween Fest at Lawrence Civic Plaza! A special thank-you to our partners at the Benjamin Harrison YMCA and all the volunteers who helped make the event a success by handing out candy and helping create a fun experience for everyone!
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Congratulations to Lawrence Corporation Counsel Amber Finley on being named to the Indianapolis Business Journal’s 2026 Women of Influence class! This recognition celebrates her professional excellence, leadership, and commitment to public service. cityoflawrence.org/news/2026…
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If you love fried chicken, Pollo Shaddai is a local spot worth checking out! Located at 8150 Oaklandon Road, Pollo Shaddai opened earlier this year and proudly calls itself the home of the best fried chicken. Stop by and see if you agree!
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Three census tracts nominated by Mayor Deb Whitfield for the Opportunity Zone 2.0 program have been accepted by the state of Indiana! These designations could help attract private investment to areas including Fort Harrison and the Trades District. cityoflawrence.org/news/2026…
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Halloween Fest is this Friday! Join us Friday, October 23, from 6–8 p.m. at Lawrence Civic Plaza for a free night of Halloween fun. Costumes are encouraged! Free hot dogs, chips, halloween candy, and water will be available while supplies last!
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Congratulations to All Access Sports Bar & Grill on their soft opening four weeks ago! Located at 9104 E. 56th Street, it’s a great spot to grab some food and drinks, catch a game, and enjoy time with friends. #buylocal
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Help make Halloween Fest a fun and memorable night for our community! We’re looking for volunteers to hand out treats, run festive games, and help with event setup and cleanup. Friday, October 23 Lawrence Civic Plaza signupgenius.com/go/10C0B48A…
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Members of the Lawrence Clean Team attended the IDEM Clean Community Program Annual Meeting in Bloomington! The team heard updates on stormwater management and recycling programs and presented on Tour Lawrence Bike Share. The day wrapped up with a tour of Switchyard Park.
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10 new trees are coming to Richardt Park! Join Mayor Deb Whitfield, Lawrence’s Urban Green Governance Fellow, and community leaders this Saturday for an educational tree planting featuring 10 trees donated through Indiana University. Press Release: cityoflawrence.org/news/2026…
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The City of Lawrence Department of Public Works has discontinued its previous phone number, 317-545-5566. To contact DPW for assistance with streets, stormwater, building, code compliance, or other Public Works matters, please call: 317-545-8787.
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A big thank you to everyone who stopped by Panera Bread this morning for our annual Coffee with a Cop Day! It was a great opportunity to connect with residents, answer questions, and hear concerns. Thanks for helping make it a great morning!
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Thank you to AIM for creating this great video highlighting Indiana’s cities and towns and the people who keep our communities running every day.
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Yesterday, we opened the #Aim2026 in French Lick with a new video on what municipal government does on a normal day. We all know these same people handle the extraordinary days too. Thank you to all those who serve Indiana's cities and towns.
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Join us Thursday, October 8, for the final Fort Ben Farmers Market of the season! We’re wrapping up another great market season with a full lineup of vendors, our annual Pet Costume Contest, and a free workout session with BH YMCA Cardio Dance.
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NEW PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AT RICHARDT PARK! Tucked just south of 46th Street, this 7-acre park is a quiet hidden gem in Lawrence. It has plenty of green space, a pollinator garden, and now an updated place for kids to play! Richardt Park is located at 4510 N. Richardt Ave.
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The Indy Half Marathon at Fort Ben is here! Tomorrow morning, runners and walkers will take on 13.1 miles through Lawrence and Fort Harrison State Park. If you're traveling through the area, please plan ahead for temporary road closures and traffic restrictions.
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Engineer Gillispie's retirement announcement.
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Looking for a fun way to explore Fort Harrison State Park? Hop on a Tour Lawrence Bike Share bike! Bike rentals are available at the Lawrence Government Center, just across the street from the park entrance, and riders receive free admission while riding one of our bikes.
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