Kansas City Springtime Acts Of Kindness

Just for Sunday and because we always have a hard time finding a place for nicer new on this blog.

Right now we take a pause to focus & share notes regarding good people doing wonderful things for our community along with a couple of nicer stories that we hope make readers smile.  

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Laundry Love brings people together, one load at a time

Laundry Love is a nationwide network that provides free laundry to low-income people, no questions asked. There are at least five locations in Kansas, including in Wichita, Newton and Hutchinson.

Good Samaritan steps up to help Grandview carpenter after trailer, tools stolen

A good Samaritan who saw FOX4's story earlier this week about a carpenter whose trailer and equipment were stolen in Grandview is stepping up to help.

Deanna Rose Farmstead offers a calm morning for sensory sensitive guests

Deanna Rose Farmstead offers early sensory-friendly hours this summer with quiet zones and support tools for a more inclusive experience.

Shelter calls on KC community amidst nationwide mental illness surge

Mental health issues are on the rise across the United States, according to one Kansas City shelter. They say it's causing more people to experience homelessness, especially in Kansas City.

Kansas City nonprofit provides motorized cars to children with disabilities

The cars are not just toys, they're a way for kids to move forward with independence and new social opportunities.

Goodwill outlet store opens on Bannister

Adjacent Excel Center for adult education to open in the fall

Following the shooting of a police officer, a licensed counselor speaks on first responder mental health

A Blue Springs licensed counselor discusses how her team works to make sure first responders are putting their mental health first.

Camp fury hosted by KC first responders inspires high school-aged women

Students will learn about law enforcement, fire departments and EMS services.

'This is something beautiful': JoCo detective transforms interview room for crime victims

A national effort to "soften" interview rooms for victims of crime started in Texas and has made its way to the Kansas City metro.

Caglianone's 4 hit day, clutch hitting lifts Royals to 7-5 victory over White Sox

A much-needed win to wrap up the road trip

'Red, White & Vintage' shopping event returns to the West Bottoms in KC

The West Bottoms businesses celebrated First Friday all weekend long, and as an added bonus, Vintage Market Days rolled into the American Royal with about 100 additional vendors.

'It kept us out of trouble': Mayor's Nights kick off in Kansas City

Mayor's Nights kicked off this Saturday. It is a "defensive strategy" to allow teenagers to have fun in a safe space.

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