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What Soakie's meant to Kansas City's Black queer community
For years, Soakie's in downtown Kansas City was one of the only Black gay bars in the United States. The bar closed in 2004, as development began on the Power & Light District, but a new historical marker remembers its impact.
MORE THAN ‘JUST JERRY’: Stage and screen help theater artist articulate his identity
Jerry Mañan’s early life in Kansas was pretty much like that of any Midwestern kid. He was a standout in football and basketball, he went out for track, and he […]
DS Sports Around the Grounds: Thursday, October 1
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City swept North Dakota in three sets at the Swinney Center in Kansas City, Missouri, worsening its conference start to 0-3. Sally Marong (Fr., Outside Hitter) led the offense with 9 kills, Reagan McIntosh (Jr., Setter) recorded 12 assists, and Haley…
Puerto Rico amplía su acceso aéreo con nueva ruta directa desde Kansas City
La gobernadora de Puerto Rico, Jenniffer González Colón, junto a la directora ejecutiva de la Compañía de Turismo de Puerto Rico (CTPR), Willianette Robles Cancel, y Southwest Airlines, anunciaron hoy la expansión del acceso aéreo a la Isla con el próximo inicio de una nueva ruta…
Late Fire Destroys Paseo West Victorian Home
Northeast News Kansas City Fire Department (KCFD) units responded to a reported structure fire at 613 Forest at 11:03 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 1. On arrival, crews reported heavy fire… The post Late Fire Destroys Paseo West Victorian Home first appeared on Northeast News .
Puerto Rico tendrá nueva ruta directa desde Kansas City
La Compañía de Turismo de Puerto Rico (CTPR) y Southwest Airlines anunciaron hoy una nueva ruta directa entre el Aeropuerto Internacional de Kansas City (MCI), Missouri, y el Aeropuerto Internacional Luis Muñoz Marín (SJU). El nuevo servicio operará inicialmente los sábados,…
Missouri has laws to stop abusers moving from one school to another. Are they enough?
Some parts of the law apply to educators no matter where they work, while others are specific to public schools.
8,000 games for Royals broadcaster Denny Matthews
The Kansas City Royals celebrated Denny Matthews’ 8,000th game behind the mic during last week’s matchup against the Cleveland Guardians. An inductee into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, Matthews has been "the voice of the Royals" since the team first began 57 years ago.
After ICE actions in western Kansas, communities and beef industry find it hard to recover
Immigration enforcement targeted western Kansas with sweeping actions over the last week, leaving people with and without legal status reeling. The beef industry that employs thousands in the area is working to get back on track.
Just 2 KC-area hospitals garnish patients’ wages for unpaid bills. They also sue the most
Although the nonprofit hospitals provide free care and write off millions in charges, they have sued more than 400 people in Missouri and Kansas so far this year.
Blues Park Outdoor Rink Offers Skating Fun
Dorri PartainManaging Editor A light rain on Wednesday, Sept. 30 didn’t stop roller skating enthusiasts from gathering for the grand opening of the Blues Park Roller Rink, a new 16,000-square-foot… The post Blues Park Outdoor Rink Offers Skating Fun first appeared on Northeast…
Charges Filed in September 16 Homicide Near Truman Rd.
Northeast News BREAKING- Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson announced charges on Wednesday, Sept. 30 in a fatal shooting that took place near Truman Rd. earlier this month. Alejandro Guillen-Molino faces… The post Charges Filed in September 16 Homicide Near Truman Rd. first…