More festive (and free) events
There are no shortage of holiday events this season. In addition to our handy calendar,
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Giving thanks: Open adoption provides a healthy course for both families
By Jeanne Beechwood November is National Adoption Month, a time to celebrate adoption and raise
Ruskin tornado monument takes a hit! Can it be saved?
The 66-year-old monument honored those lost in the 1957 tornado
Annual Christmas and Holiday Calendar 2024
There are loads of festive community events happening around south KC!
Martin City’s Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration is Cancelled
Martin City postpones Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
City of Kansas City and Jackson County reach agreement on municipal jail site
“Today’s agreement is a significant step forward in addressing the needs of both Kansas City and Jackson County detainees.”
Shepherd’s Center: A community center without walls
Local organization focuses solely on well-being of seniors
Elks Club honors local veterans
An annual visit from the state president fit in perfectly with the Veterans Appreciation Dinner held by the Grandview Hickman Mills Elks Lodge #2088.
Nothing like a close shave
Concrete shaving, or beveling, addresses trip hazards on sidewalks
Catholic Charities to hold ribbon cutting at new Hickman Mills headquarters
Catholic Charities is moving its main Kansas City office to Hickman Hills, where the school
Seeking crime tips on fiber optic vandalism
Area telecommunications providers have experienced vandalism to their fiber optic networks in recent months across
“Cultivate” speaker series aims to create a more just KC
By Sara Wiercinski Holmeswood Baptist Church wants to get Kansas City talking. This fall, their
Local “walnut woman” gleans nuts in city parks
Estonian-born Brooksider donates the proceeds to address global hunger
Vietnam vet makes final connection with war buddy thanks to Honor Flight
By Don Bradley Jim Dougan, 76 of Grandview, got on a plane at 4 a.m.
Your 2024 Guide to Halloween Events
There’s a lot happening around south Kansas City and beyond. Use our handy guide to