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Cowtown Grind Earns Prize

City Voted a Best Place to Work

Kansas City was voted one of three best municipalities to work at in the United States by Engaging Local Government Leaders, an organization dedicated to local government. The award was based on the following criteria: Engagement; Experience vs. Expectations; Intent to Stay; Inclusion; and Well-Being.

Midwest Moms Confront Dearth Of Resources

Study Finds Many 'Maternity Deserts' in Kansas and Missouri

Missouri Highlands Healthcare operates health clinics in seven counties in southeastern Missouri, four of which are considered maternity deserts. The term comes from the March of Dimes annual list, identifying counties that lack obstetric care. To qualify as a maternity desert, a county has no hospital obstetric care and no obstetricians or gynecologists (OB/GYNs).

Acting Out For Better Care

KCU's simulated patient program benefits future generation of doctors

Amy Pyatt, of Joplin, never pictured herself becoming an actress, but her part-time job posing as a sick patient at Kansas City University-Joplin has helped dozens of medical students gain experience. Pyatt works as a simulated patient for KCU-Joplin, which offers the part-time gig to community members who are either full-blown actors or looking to make a difference.

Arts Tribute To Local Creator

In Memoriam: Hugh Merrill (1949-2022) - KC STUDIO

On view at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art through Aug. 20, 2023, Found in Translation: Explorations by 8 Contemporary Artists reveals the richness that can be discovered through this process of transformation.

The G.O.A.T. Again?!?

Patrick Mahomes Strengthened His Case for MVP Against Titans

One of the benefits of teams having superstars is that when things aren't going well for the team as a whole, the best player on the field can occasionally will everyone back into the game despite that.

EPIC Merch For Nerds Debuts

Lifestyle and Apparel Brand RSVLTS Launches New Spectacular Marvel Collection

RSVLTS, creators of high-quality apparel since 2012, is rolling out a brand-new collection celebrating Marvel characters who have been seen on the pages of comics and most recently in Marvel Studios films and Disney+ series.

Prez Understands Red Wave Consequences

Biden readies for 'a horrible two years' if GOP takes control of Congress | CNN Politics

As if Democrats needed any more convincing Tuesday's midterm elections carry enormous stakes, President Joe Biden offered a bluntly dire assessment during a fundraiser last Friday in Chicago.

MAGA DOUBLE TAKE!!!

Donald Trump 2024? It looks like it's happening - but there's a silver lining | Arwa Mahdawi

ou know how the saying goes: if at first you don't succeed then sulk like a toddler, baselessly claim that an election was stolen from you, then try, try again. After lots of will-he-won't-he it now seems almost certain that Donald Trump will run for president in 2024.

Waiting To Lose

Powerball drawing for $1.9 billion jackpot delayed due to technical glitch

Hurry up and... wait. The highly-anticipated drawing for the record $1.9 billion Powerball jackpot was delayed Monday night due to a technical glitch... leaving people eagerly anticipating those winning numbers. "Tonight's Powerball drawing has been delayed due to a participating lottery needing extra time to complete the required security protocols.

Euro-Conversation Cont'd

Zelenskyy: Talks with Russia possible on Ukraine's terms

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) - Ukraine's president has hinted at the possibility of peace talks with Russia , a shift from his earlier refusal to negotiate with President Vladimir Putin that came on the eve of crucial elections in the United States.

Pandemic Still Hurts Economy

Oil Dips Near $98 as Swelling China Covid Cases Dampen Sentiment

(Bloomberg) -- Oil slipped as investors weighed China's renewed commitment to strict anti-Covid policies against a global market backdrop of depleted inventories.

Chief Twit Stays Losing

Elon Musk under fire for joke using image of Nazi soldier

Chief Twit Elon Musk is under fire for an off-color joke using an image of a Nazi soldier. The world's richest man shared a meme on Monday based on a photo of a World War II soldier with a cr...

Report On Good Doggie

Pet of the Day: Miranda

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Miranda wants every registered voter to vote!! Today is the day. Miranda is a petite 4-year-old pittie mix, who prefers people to other dogs. Not likely to vote Cat Party. Miranda says to zoomie on down to your polling place and make your voice heard.

Forecast For Now . . .

A few showers possible in the metro on election day

Hide Transcript Show Transcript NICK: IT IS GOING TO BE WARMER BEFORE THAT BIG PLUNGE TODAY, YOU NEED THOSE LIGHT COATS. YOU CAN ALMOST SEE IT IS SUNRISE. NO, WE HAVE A BIG, FULL MOON ON THE WESTERN HORIZON. THERE IS A TOTAL LUNAR ECLIPSE, IT MIGHT BE OCCURRING RIGHT NOW.

OneRepublic - I Ain’t Worried is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.