As World Cup draw provides ‘puzzle pieces’ of what Lawrence can see ahead of tournament, ...

As key stakeholders in local logistics surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup gathered Friday to watch the draw take place, leaders shared that the day was a celebration, but that the work is just beginning. Around 50 key local leaders and residents gathered at the Oread Hotel, 1200 Oread Ave., to watch the draw of the FIFA World Cup, which is similar to the “Selection Sunday” where brackets for the NCAA Tournament are filled. Kim Anspach, the executive director of Explore Lawrence, add