Lawrence, Kansas
- November 5, 2025
Fally Afani
http://www.iheartlocalmusic.com
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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Ben Folds played Liberty Hall and led a massive sing-along for two hours
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Shows are finally fully reemerging across Lawrence
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