Kansas City News Stand: Local Paths, Politics & Field Of Dreams

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Locals Step Up

Jackson County's 'Walktober' invites visitors to explore fall trails

Walkers and artists took over the Kemper Outdoor Education Center on Sunday morning for Jackson County's annual 'Walktober' series.


Cash For Consent Should Deliver Bigger Cut & Recurring Payment

De Soto data center plans to offer $1,000 to households, but neighbors say they're not so sure

The company behind one of the hyperscale data center proposal projects in De Soto, Kansas, announced it is preparing to provide direct credits of up to $1,000 for every household in the city.


Brave Local Sign Off

'Dying Out Loud' Kansas City podcaster Kris Saim passes away after journey with colon cancer

Kris Saim, Kansas City father and creator of the "Dying Out Loud" podcast, passed away in his home on Oct. 10 after facing terminal stage four colon cancer.


JoCo Arrangement Wanted

Overland Park Civic Band needs a new home before December

The Overland Park Civic Band must vacate Tomahawk Ridge Community Center by Dec. 30, and they're asking for the community's help.


This Flick Always Seemed Kinda 'Witchcraft-y' To TKC . . . 

More than a game: Kansas Jayhawks soak in Field of Dreams experience

The Kansas Jayhawks take in the sights, sounds and excitement of the iconic Field of Dreams baseball venue. See the experience through the eyes of fans and players.


Lais In All Her Glory

These Dreamy Snapshots Share the Same Romantic Energy As the Costumes in 'Wuthering Heights'

The glorious ensembles featured in the upcoming romance film reminded us of a specific SI Swimsuit shoot.


Campaign Season Power Move

Federal judge orders pro-Trump TV ads funded by taxpayers off air immediately

A federal judge on Sunday ordered the Trump administration to stop airing ads funded by the U.S. government that portray President Donald Trump in a favorable light, effective immediately.


GOP Turnabout Against Vlad

House Republican, invoking Reagan, moves to block Trump's Russia oil deal

Already, outgoing Republican Rep. Don Bacon said he'd sign the petition.


High Praise For Favor

Exclusive - Somaliland President: 'President Trump Is a Great Man,' 'Could Make More History' by Joining Israel in Recognizing Our Nation

Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi told Breitbart News that American President Donald Trump is a "great man."


Team MAGA Making Cuts

Trump and Rubio weigh firing Kimberly Guilfoyle as misconduct and donor bailout allegations mount

Kimberly Guilfoyle faces an inspector general investigation into her conduct as ambassador to Greece amid allegations involving embassy employees and business interests.


Actually, Wartime Elections Should Be Standard

Trump bears down on Zelensky as Russia keeps up attacks on Ukraine

The president appears to be trying to will an agreement into existence.


Rocket Man Fires Up

North Korea fires missiles days after South Korea's hypersonic test

North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles toward the sea off its east coast on Monday, South Korea's military said, marking Pyongyang's fourth launch in a month and following Seoul's recent test of a hypersonic missile.


World War Diesel Worsens

Video Shows Moment Houthi Missile Struck Riyadh Airport, Killing 14

Several airlines have suspended flights serving Saudi airports, and some embassies, including India, have cautioned citizens about the risks of using them after multiple Houthi warnings about the rebels' use of Saudi airspace.


Kitty Earns Reprieve

Wildlife park confirms tiger will not be euthanized after man mauled to death

Ed Miliband offers 'deepest condolences' to family of the visitor who entered animal enclosure on Saturday


El Papap Shares Tech Advice

Pope Leo denounces death penalty as 'inadmissible' ahead of Pentagon's planned livestreamed execution

Pope Leo XIV condemned the death penalty as "inadmissible" on World Day Against the Death Penalty after the Pentagon announced plans to livestream Nidal Malik Hasan's execution.


Local Economic Slice Of Life

Fun House Pizza announces closure of Independence location

One of the Kansas City metro's oldest and most popular pizza franchises will be closing another location next week.


Grigs Warns Of October Temps

Kansas City weather: 90-degree heat gives way to heavy rain, storms this week

Summerlike heat will stick around through Tuesday before rain, potentially stronger storms and cooler temperatures move into Kansas City.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.

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