Kansas City Compendium: Processions & Last Picture Show

Just a few more things to cover for constant readers as we take one more late night/early morning readers as we check pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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Local Path For Tribute

Kansas City, Missouri, announces procession route for fallen paramedic firefighter Graham Hoffman

The Kansas City community will have an opportunity to pay their respects Friday to fallen Kansas City, Missouri, Fire Department paramedic firefighter Graham Hoffman.


Big Money Buyout

FNBO announces acquisition of Country Club Bank

FNBO announced on Thursday it has signed a definitive merger agreement with Country Club Bank's parent company CCB Financial Corporation.


Cowtown Cold Case Cont'd

Desirea Ferris still missing 8 years later despite searches, tips, and public interest

May 1 marks eight years since Desirea Ferris' family saw her. Despite extensive searches, public interest, and hundreds of tips, police still do not know her whereabouts.


Final Reel In The Burbs

Blue Springs movie theater to close Thursday, thanks community for its support

A longtime movie theater in Blue Springs announced Wednesday on its Facebook page that it will close Thursday.


KC Summer Tradition Sneak Peek

Worlds of Fun reveals new enhancements ahead of 52nd season opening weekend

Visitors to Worlds of Fun will notice a fresh look across parts of the park this season.


Celeb Stands Test Of Time

Victoria Silvstedt, 50, shows off incredible figure in a pink bikini

Swedish model Victoria Silvstedt put her sizzling figure on display while modeling a salmon-colored bikini in Miami.


MAGA Marches Forward

Army plans for a potential parade on Trump's birthday call for 6,600 soldiers, AP learns

Detailed Army plans for a potential military parade on President Donald Trump's birthday in June call for more than 6,600 soldiers, at least 150 vehicles, 50 helicopters, seven bands and potentially a couple thousand civilians.


Sharing upreme Critique

Justice Kentanji Brown Jackson criticizes Trump's attacks on judges

Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson said Thursday that attacks by President Donald Trump on judges were "not random" and seemed "designed to intimidate the judiciary."


Competitive Life Lesson

Trump mocks trans athletes in women's sports to roaring applause at Alabama commencement speech

President Donald Trump mocked Democrats for allowing trans athletes in women's sports and the trans athletes themselves at an Alabama commencement


Wartime 'Day One' Update

JD Vance: Russia's war in Ukraine not ending 'any time soon'

The US vice-president says it is still up to Russia and Ukraine to end the "brutal" conflict.


Holy Land Hits Back

Israel launches airstrikes near Syria presidential palace in Damascus

Prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will not allow Syrian forces to deploy south of Damascus or threaten Druze community


Counting Out Oppressive Traditions Across Glove

India will include caste details in its next census

India will include caste details in its next census, in a move likely to have sweeping socio-economic and political ramifications for the world's most populous nation.


Selecting JC's Vicar

When is the conclave? The Vatican sets date to elect new head after Pope Francis' death

The papal conclave will commence in May, when the cardinals will meet at St. Peter's Basilica and pray for the wisdom to select the next pope.


Actually, Age-Gap In 'The Graduate' Was Only 6 Years

Older women, younger men - it's the future!

The impulses of desire are the same, no matter what sex you are, a new study has found. We all covet youth. Why are we surprised, asks Helen Rumbelow


Buy Local Reminder

Shop Local KC in Brookside is Overflowing with Great Gifts - IN Kansas City Magazine

Kansas City has so many great neighborhoods and neighborhood shops. Those designed by J.C. Nichols are fortunate that small shopping areas are often walking distance from home. Walking in Brookside is how I discovered Shop Local KC, which is chock-full of local products. In addition to "KC" branded goods, there are jewelry, cards, candles, and...


Paywall Defends IP Poorly

Why intellectual property law is crucial for innovation and economic growth - Kansas City Business Journal

By granting creators and inventors exclusive rights to their work, IP laws provide a powerful incentive for individuals and businesses to invest in research and development.


Locals Await Light . . . 

Kansas City weather: Storm chances Friday, sunshine this weekend

Scattered storms may impact areas north of I-70 on Friday. Sunny skies and warmer temperatures are expected in Kansas City this weekend.

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