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Emergency preparedness seminar teaches Sibley residents to plan for first 72 hours
Residents learned how to prepare their households to remain self-sufficient during the critical first 72 hours following a disaster during an emergency preparedness seminar Thursday, … Read More
Kansas City Public Library Places Spotlight on the Cultures that Make Kansas City Special
Dani CooperCreative Director On September 18, the North-East branch of the Kansas City Public Library (KCPL) hosted an event for Refugee & Immigrant Services & Empowerment (RISE). RISE is a… The post Kansas City Public Library Places Spotlight on the Cultures that Make Kansas…
Dedication At Every Turn
It’s a bit of a leap, metaphorically and literally, from the C-suite at Commerce Bank to the dance floor of Cristo Rey KC’s Dancing with the Kansas City Stars, but […]
The Avenue of Stories: A Kaleidoscope of Life in Northeast Kansas City
Bryan StalderContributor In Northeast, history isn’t just found in textbooks or archived at the library; it lives in the shared memories of neighbors chatting over fences, or seated at the… The post The Avenue of Stories: A Kaleidoscope of Life in Northeast Kansas City first…
KCGPA’s “Lucky Lemons” Learn to Earn With Leadership Program
Dorri PartainManaging Editor The air inside the gymnasium smelled distinctly of fresh cut lemons as five students prepared two varieties of lemonade – original and strawberry- during Kansas City Girl’s… The post KCGPA’s “Lucky Lemons” Learn to Earn With Leadership Program first…
A Sanctuary of Music, Care, and Community: The Evolution of 544 Wabash Avenue
At the intersection of history and grassroots outreach stands the Northeast Community Center (NECC). Founded by Reverend Dr. John B. Bisceglia, the center building was constructed in 1940 to serve… The post A Sanctuary of Music, Care, and Community: The Evolution of 544 Wabash…
Community Chronicles – Catching The Gardening Bug
Community gardens do more than create a sense of affinity and belonging, they also help heal the earth. By cleaning the air, lowering ambient temperatures, and breaking up hard, compacted […]
Kansas City Young Matrons – New President
Kansas City Young Matrons is pleased to announce that Deana Fisher has been selected as its new president. She has been a member since 2018, and she has held several […]
The Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park – Stems: A Garden Soirée
Guests enjoyed an evening at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens as the Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park hosted its annual Stems: A Garden Soirée under a […]
Heart to Heart International – World Cup Celebrations
The FIFA World Cup spirit made its way into a summer of service at Heart to Heart International (HHI). In June, the Leawood Rotary Club welcomed International Rotary members from […]
Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas – 53rd Annual Snow Ball
More than 50 years ago, a group of friends didn’t let a snowstorm stop them from supporting and celebrating the good works of Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas! The […]
Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City – Legacy Golf Tournament
Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City hosted its annual Legacy Golf Tournament on May 18th at Loch Lloyd Country Club, and on June 8th at Oakwood Country Club. The premier […]