Kansas City Community News Share

Most of this stuff on TKC is news poison and stuff that either inspires anger, fear or loathing.

However . . . We live in this town and these stories represent some highlights to remind us that not everyone is an enemy . . . These are the very best stories about our neighbors . . .

Youth entrepreneurs take spotlight at Big Ideas Foundation panel in Kansas City, Missouri

Four entrepreneurs currently in middle and high school received $250 and free laptops at an event focused on empowering young people interested in business Friday night.

Two Kansas City-area schools named 2023 National Blue Ribbon Schools

Eight Missouri schools and four Kansas schools - including two in the Kansas City area - were named 2023 National Blue Ribbon Schools.

Project CommUnity: Woman leads United Community Center after attending program as child

Laura Gutierrez currently serves as the chief executive officer for the United Community Center, the first woman to hold the position.

'I can fulfill my dream': Kansas City family inspired thanks to Ewing Kauffman

Thousands of students have benefited from the programs created by Ewing Kauffman, but not a lot of them can say they've had a family member a part of each one.

Gardner, Kansas coffee shop reaches $100,000 in charitable giving

Groundhouse Coffee in Gardner has now given more than $100,000 to Safehome, Johnson County's only domestic violence shelter.

KC Mothers in Charge pays tribute to homicide victims through Day of Remembrance

More than 140 people in Kansas City have lost their lives to violence in 2023. Sunday, their families gathered for KC Mothers in Charge's National Day of Remembrance.

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: All are welcome to learn at this Kansas City nonprofit seeking to honor cultural identity

This non-profit is working to honor cultural identity and amplify the work of underrepresented artists.

'His memory lives on': Blue Springs mom honors late son by paying it forward on his birthday

With her son in mind, Tamara Shop bought a cake for an unsuspecting family. When the mother of the 13-year-old who received the free cake posted on Facebook, Tamara's note reached thousands.

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