Another Kansas City Parade Of Hearts Sneak Peek & Other Upbeat News

As always, we try to block out a space for nicer news long the blog.

Post provides a more uplifting view of our cowtown starting with an artsy display . . .

"If you didn’t get around to seeing all the hearts featured in the 2022 display, now’s your chance. This year’s hearts are all located on the Missouri side of Kansas City and can be found south of the river starting at Berkley Riverfront and stretching south to the Country Club Plaza."

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

Your Guide to Finding All 40 Hearts in Parade of Hearts 2023 - In Kansas City

If you've noticed a heart or two around Kansas City, you're not dreaming. The beloved Parade of Hearts experience has returned to Kansas City with 40 new hearts placed throughout the city now through July 2023. Parade of Hearts just located the final heart in the Power and Light District, which features art by local...

And then . . . Here are equally nice local news links . . .

Lincoln Prep teacher wins Kansas City district's Teacher of the Year award

It was a big night for one teacher in the Kansas City, Mo., School District. Lauren Palmer, who teaches social studies at Lincoln College Preparatory Academy, was named the district's Teacher of the Year on Thursday night. Students, parents and staff nominated 38 teachers, one from each building in the district.

Nonprofit expands partnerships to help returning citizens land jobs

GLADSTONE, Mo. - A Kansas City, Missouri-based nonprofit has plenty of reasons to celebrate this month. SWAGG, INC added another partner to its rolodex, and the city council proclaimed Saturday, April 22, 2023, SWAGG, INC Day in Kansas City. Joshua Hunter is the latest success story for the organization.

Drastic Measures in Shawnee is nominated for James Beard Award Outstanding Bar Award

SHAWNEE, Kan. - Drastic Measures in Shawnee earned a James Beard Award nomination for Outstanding Bar. Winners from those nominees will be announced at the award ceremony in Chicago in June. "It's like an Academy Award but for recognition in hospitality, food or drink," Drastic Measures partner Jay Sanders said about the national nomination.

Nelson-Atkins displays painting it won in Super Bowl bet with Philadelphia art museum

There's a new painting at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City serving as the metro's latest, unofficial Super Bowl trophy. The 1875 oil painting is the result of a winning bet the metro's premier gallery made against the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Jewish Family Services hosts intergenerational lunch for Holocaust survivors, Jewish youth

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. - To commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day, Jewish Family Services hosted an intergenerational lunch where survivors were able to share their stories and inspire students from the Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy to be a beacon of kindness. "You learn how to read between the lines, you learn how to survive," said Mariann Birger, a holocaust survivor.

Royal rescue: Dog crawls into engine bay, unknowingly rides miles to Kauffman

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A puppy is safely back at home after riding miles from Johnson County, Kansas, to the home of the Royals inside a car's engine bay. The driver of the car was unaware a dog had hitched a ride along her commute to work at Kauffman Stadium.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City members to announce NFL Draft pick

There will be several Kansas City tributes throughout the NFL Draft. One you'll see involves Kansas Citians announcing some of the picks. Shane Gifford and Chris Moore of Big Brothers and Big Sisters Kansas City were selected as two of the lucky fans to read 2023 draft picks.

Have a good day today . . . Don't take anything everything so seriously.