Lawrence, Kansas
- October 9, 2025
Fally Afani
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Fally Afani is an award-winning journalist with a career spanning more than 20 years in media. She has worked extensively in radio, television, newspapers, magazines, and more.
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One of the most memorable powerhouses to come out of Lawrence pulled an unforgettable stunt on Saturday night when Mansion reunited for one of the
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Taryn Blake Miller is having a pretty good week. Not only did she find herself unpacking copies of her new record, just released on Domino,
Photo Gallery: 2014 Middle of the Map Fest, Day 3
The sun finally emerged on the final day of Middle of the Map Fest. Kansas City festival-goers basked in sunshine all day, and enjoyed a
Photo Gallery: 2014 Middle of the Map Fest, Day 2
If the first day of Middle of the Map Fest left your ears ringing, Friday’s lineup turned it up to eleven. The cold weather was
Photo Gallery: 2014 Middle of the Map Fest, Day 1
This may have been the first time in its history that Middle of the Map Fest had to endure such blustery weather, but there was
Peelander-Z wants you to dress up and bring them BBQ
When Peelander-Z hits Middle of the Map Fest this week, it’ll be an affair to remember. The vibrantly colored New York-based Japanese action punk rockers
The Tontons are full of Lawrence love
The Tontons may be one of the most popular bands in Houston, but Kansas may as well be a second home to them. When we