2026 Q3 - Made in Douglass County
Douglass intentionally spelled with an extra “s” to honor abolitionist Frederick Douglass and not the former pro-slavery senator from Illinois
ON THE COVER:
Back row: Mary Jo Anemaat, Elliot Pees, Steve Maceli, Angie Pickman and Stan Sheldon
Front row: Willem Anemaat, Amber Rowland, and Galina Conrad
Photo by Steven Hertzog
Local Scene 2026Q3
The local scene – More from the Foundation Awards, Ribbon Cuttings, Events and More in pictures.
Newsmakers 2026Q3
BHS Construction has officially opened the doors to its newly renovated Lawrence office. AND MORE
Lawrence in Perspective: Lawrence in the Nineteenth Century
The 19th century in Lawrence consisted of much turmoil but also progress toward a new way of life for the town.
Professional Spotlight: Steve Maceli – Scaling New Heights
From cooking in the dorm for students to owning his own event spaces, he started small and rose up with the help of his community.
2026Q3: Letter From the Publishers
When we launched Lawrence Business Magazine in 2011, we honestly didn’t know where the journey would take us. We simply believed our community had a story worth telling.
Labor of Love
Discover the passion and grit behind some of Lawrence’s favorite artisan foods.
Hear the Music
Though the music industry is very much about artistry and creativity, it can also be about making a good living.
Where Art Blooms
Lawrence’s large artist population not only contributes to the creative side of the local community but also connects it to the wider world through its artistic and business pursuits.
Beyond the Hype
As is evident in these local companies, when used well, AI has the ability to help solve difficult real-world problems and assist people in ways that can be good for all of humanity.
A Cure for What Ails
These bioscience companies create products right here in Lawrence they hope will help prevent or treat illnesses all over the world.
Innovation in the Heartland
These local companies may ship their products worldwide, but they are perfectly happy being based right here in the middle.