THE WEEKLY TKC POWER RANKINGS!!!

I don't think the local media, political and entertainment scene will ever be as strong as Jodie Marsh. But let's keep track of who won this week anyway . . .

POLITICOS

1. John Rizzo - While I despise Dead Tree Media, it's still impressive that years of Northeast Activism and campaigning have finally earned the young political hopeful the election-deciding-approval of Kansas City's biggest media institution.

2. Crispin Rea - Already emerging as one of the most important local Latino Leaders, A LOT of people are noticing the guy working hard to make good on so many Kansas City School District Promises.

3. Patrick Tuohey - The driving force behind the Missouri Prop. C Proposal, he could be the first political operative to serve up an election issue providing a direct rebuke to Obamacare.

4. Kevin Yoder - This mainstream Republican hasn't given in to the slimy tactics that have only served to split the GOP in JoCo. He's running his campaign on issues and optimism and seems far more professional than his competition.

5. Deb Hermann - She skillfully avoided a Firefighter ruckus in her Finance & Audit Committee this week and still holds her position as Mayoral Front Runner.

NEWSIES

1. Micheal Mahoney - I like what he's doing on his blog and he has served as a great fact checking resource during this election cycle.

2. Holly Lawton - Bottom Line Communications Hints that behind the scenes Whitlock's erratic behavior might have served to inspire the resignation of The Star Sports Editor. While she denies the assertion, it's a very powerful move to take on Kansas City's highest paid heavy hitting columnist.

3. Larry Seward - I like the guy's work. He has a great versatility that enables him to cover stories out in the field and more complex issues as well.

4. Maria Antonia - Still going strong and one of the nicest news ladies in all of Kansas City.

5. Eric Wesson - This reporter continues to do groundbreaking work every week and his community newspaper.

PLACES

1. Jardine's - My homegirl Beena runs the premiere place for Jazz in Kansas City and she's making music history in this town almost every weekend.

2. Crossroads KC - STRETCH is a politico in the making but his place is also making a name for itself this Summer as the "it" spot for live outdoor music.

3. The Well in Waldo - Lots of hotties at this place and a rather upscale neighborhood vibe make this place one of Kansas City's best and a TKC favorite.

4. The Rostarie - Had a nice visit recently at this posh local coffee spot where the local professionals take their meetings.

5. Don Miguel's Bakery - Mexican Bread within walking distance means that life is good for TKC.

TKC Note: None of these places are paying TKC advertising cash (even though they should), they're simply my favorite local businesses and hold on to quite a bit of community support.

This list has been compiled according to scientific TKC polling and market research data and it's a weekly comprehensive guide to local powerful people.