Behind the scenes we're a bit busy this weekend . . . However, on this not-so-special Saturday night we share this post as a place holder whilst we take a sec to catch up before the next update and offer our reading from pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.
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Inflation Frightens Families
Halloween shoppers brace for higher prices, shop for last-minute costumes and decor
The National Retail Federation said consumers are expected to spend an average of $115 per person this Halloween, with some shoppers stretching budgets as they anticipate higher prices.
Ghosts Of Truman & More . . .
New self-guided ghost tour explores Independence history
It's called the Paranormal Pursuit Passport. The self guided trip takes you through 13 stops in the historic city.
Rock Chalk Health Probs
Paying off $42 million worth of medical debt for Kansans won't begin to solve the problem
A national civic engagement group donated money to pay off medical bills for nearly 27,000 Kansans. Letters were expected in mailboxes this week.
Show-Me Advocacy For Captive
Bow the Missouri chimpanzee: Animal advocacy organization attempts to free America's last 'pet' chimp - Heartlander News
A federal complaint has been filed against the owner of the last known solitary pet chimpanzee in America: 24-year-old Bow of Licking, Missouri, a small town in southern Missouri. The Animal Legal Defense Fund (ALDF) filed a complaint Tuesday against Bow's owner, Aya Katz, arguing that she's violating the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and the [...]
Fantastical Local Drama
I survived Dinner with the Vampire, Apparition's newest dinner theater experience
Photo by Dawn Higgins Attending a dinner hosted by bloodthirsty vampires may not be the smartest way to spend an evening, but these creatures have become very skilled at seducing mortals into trying it out anyways. Apparition has partnered with Cascade Hotel for a limited run of Dinner with the Vampire: A Tale of Kansas City, a theatrical dinner experience...
Angelic Retrospective
Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2026 Behind The Scenes From Social Media
Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2026 Behind The Scenes From Social Media
Former Prez Scorns MAGA
Obama slams Trump for years of 'chaos and cruelty' | CNN Politics
President Donald Trump rallied in Perry, Georgia, while former President Barack Obama held an event in Detroit, Michigan.
Political Marching Anthem???
'No Enemy Dares to Threaten Me': Ilhan Omar Shares Video with Somali Diss Track
Ilhan Omar posted a video set to a Somali song; the lyrics describe humiliating enemies and making them "suffer and cry," according to a translation.
Midterms Turn Nasty
Amy Acton says Trump, Vance should 'look at the facts' after Ramaswamy attack ad
Ohio Democratic Amy Acton spoke to ABC News after a rally in Cleveland with former President Barack Obama.
Telsa King War Games Cont'd
Elon Musk says he was behind Starlink speed restriction after service in Ukraine is restored
Elon Musk said on Saturday that his company SpaceX had throttled the Starlink satellite internet service in Ukraine, disrupting operations that the country relies on to defend itself against Russia.
American Institution Clap Back
Dallas Cowboys cheerleader alum reacts to My Chemical Romance gun stunt, Ric will be OK & NBA flopping
Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders slapped My Chemical Romance with a cease and desist over lookalikes in cheerleader outfits performing in a gun battle onstage.
Splash Of Equality
The 'biologically impossible' kink women are bursting to try
Women are sharing they fantasise about ejaculating in their partners and Lovehoney say the dildos to make this happen are selling out.
Growing Biz Gets Seed Money
How a $10K Folklore grant bloomed at just the right moment for this struggling small business
After her Bloom With Love flower shop flooded in summer 2025, an unexpected grant win from the Folklore initiative served as a sign from the universe to keep going, Olivia Esquivel shared. Her store is now flowering along the KC Streetcar line with new opportunities.
Grigs Offers Autumn Outlook
Nice and quiet Sunday and Monday
Rain chances midweek through Halloween Day!
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