In Nicer Local News . . .

Without much time for uplifting news on this blog . . . We still wanted to share a few of our favorite stories and nicer reporting from across the metro and even a fun marsupial tidbit added in for good measure. 

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Here's how to help Kansas City farmers markets win a share of $15,000

Local farmers markets need fans to vote to climb the leaderboard.

'Stop, Think and Breathe': Kansas City mother hosts community rally to end gun violence

A Kansas City mother is turning her personal tragedy into a community-wide mission for peace, reaching out with a simple yet powerful request: stop the violence.

Sumner Academy students get new classrooms, weight room as first KCKPS bond project is underway

Construction is underway at Sumner Academy of Arts and Science in Kansas City, Kansas, where $12 million in bond funding will replace decades-old outdoor classroom trailers.


VIDEO: Kangaroo spotted hopping down road in Bucyrus, Kansas

Surveillance footage captured a pet kangaroo named Lynyrd hopping down a road in Bucyrus, Kansas, during a brief weekend escape.


Heart of Kansas City: In a Strawberry Hill sewing studio, connection is stitched one class at a time

In a Strawberry Hill sewing studio, connection is stitched one class at a time.


JFS to host High Holiday food drive

As rising food costs continue to strain household budgets, nearly 500 local families rely on the Jewish Family Services (JFS) Food Pantry each month for groceries, personal care items, and household essentials.


Olathe Schools awarded $1.9 million federal grant for Head Start programs

Head Start programs in the Olathe Public School District may soon receive a massive federal grant that could transform educational opportunities and support for children in the district.

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