The mother of Kansas City’s public library
There is no library branch or room named after this enterprising, bright and passionate figure of Kansas City’s history.
Month: March 2021
Jackson County to relax capacity restrictions for gyms and restaurants
The mask mandate and social distancing protocols remain in effect.
Trashed! Why all the litter along Kansas City’s major roadways and what’s being done about it
“It’s an obscene amount. It’s embarrassing to say I’m from here.”
Waldo dispensary opens Friday
“Supply has kept everything in flux.”
CAC expands hours for food distribution
Food Distribution By John Sharp The Community Assistance Council, 10901 Blue Ridge Blvd. on the
Winners of the South KC Chamber’s Impact Awards announced
The winner of the Big Impact Award is selected by an online public vote from among the six Community Impact and Economic Development Impact Award winners.
Avila provides skills workshop for adults wanting to advance their careers
Avila Announces Workforce Development Academy KC Rising-inspired initiative designed to give businesses and workers dynamic,
Kansas City’s first female police officer was hired to protect children
“I want to be a policewoman so I can have the authority to make these great big gawks of men who come hanging around our playground move on.”
Grandview event space became a source of help during pandemic
“You definitely have to take care of the community if you want them to take care of you.”
Wedding cake during the age of quarantine
Due to Covid limiting guest lists, wedding cakes have taken on a whole new look, pushing large statement cakes to the back burner.