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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…
Oakwood – Knickerbocker 2026 Golf Tournament
Oakwood Country Club’s annual Knickerbocker Golf Tournament was a spectacular, three-day celebration for members and their guests. Brothers Curtis Yonke and Kyle Yonke took home the winning team title, and […]
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 […]
Summer Celebrations!
Discover all the ways Kansas City celebrated summer!
Rachel’s Reads – Dystopian Fiction
With the upcoming film adaptation of Sunrise on the Reaping already generating excitement among fans of The Hunger Games, dystopian fiction is having another major moment. There’s something endlessly compelling […]
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 […]
PAUL’S AUTUMN SPOTLIGHT
As Autumn approaches, a handpicked lineup of productions not to be missed awaits, from powerhouse performances to must-see premieres. From theater to music to dance, these selections promise to make […]
Downtown Streetscape Project Enters Phase 2
The Downtown Streetscape project has entered Phase 2 between 12th and 11th Streets on Main.
Community Chronicles – Sincerely, Her
Humor often takes unexpected turns. In Lauren Scott’s case, a joke landed her a new endeavor and a new mission in life, Sincerely, Her. Sincerely, Her is a women’s social […]
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 […]
Rachel’s Reads – Late Summer Beach Reads
Just because summer is winding down doesn’t mean your reading list has to. The stretch between beach vacations and back-to-school routines is the perfect time to squeeze in one more […]