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Baller Bee-littled
WATCH: Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes chased by bee at training camp
Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes got a workout running away from a pesky bee during training camp practice on Thursday.
Show-Me Cash For Crops
State money can help urban farmers in Kansas City - if growers can figure out how to get it
The state budget allocates small grants to support urban farming projects that address food insecurity. Still, critics argue the grant structure creates obstacles to accessing the funds.
Fielding Rock Chalk Tribute
Earthwork artist honoring Kansas icon, former presidential candidate Bob Dole
A war hero and former presidential nominee in 1996, Dole passed away in 2021.
Artsy Commemoration
KC Artist Marks Civil Rights Victory with Brown v. Board of Education Mural
Michael Toombs' mural marking the U.S. Supreme Court's Brown v. Board of Education ruling greets visitors at the Washburn University School of Law Building.
Local Crafts Without Bite
This KC sausage maker serves one of America's best vegan hot dogs
Wiener Kitchen's vegan dog is a roasted cauliflower, walnut and wild rice link with a green tomato relish, pickle brussels kraut and whole grain dijon. PETA recently named the offering one of the organization's Top Vegan Dogs of Summer 2023.
Brit Star Strikes Bargain
Married At First Sight star Hayley Vernon signs deal with Brazzers
Hayley Vernon is set to shoot some scenes with Brazzers.
Prez Finds More Free Money
Biden forms team to explore options to avert another debt ceiling crisis
President Biden has directed his aides to convene a panel of experts to make the risk of debt default "a thing of the past," the White House announced Thursday.
First Son Stays Winning
Hunter Biden spotted at Malibu hotspot Nobu as secret FBI file on Bidens unveiled
Hunter Biden was spotted at Malibu hotspot Nobu as news swarmed of the FBI informant file describing a bribery allegation against him and Joe Biden.
MAGA Sends Cryptic Message
Trump says it would be 'very dangerous' if Jack Smith sends him to jail
When asked about the possibility of jail time stemming from Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation, former President Trump said it would be 'very dangerous' if he went to jail. The Morning Joe panel discusses.
Legacy Talks First Amendment
RFK Jr. hearing puts censorship, misinformation fights at center stage
A House hearing Thursday featuring Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. brought the complicated debate about balancing free speech with fighting misinformation to center stage. Some of the debate played out in real time among members of Congress and the hearing witness. Democrats condemn RFK Jr.
Eastern Europe Firing
Ukraine: Zelensky sacks Ukrainian ambassador to UK after criticism
Vadym Prystaiko was dismissed after criticising the president's response to a row over British military aid.
Drone Wars Arrive
Inspired by Ukraine war, Taiwan launches drone blitz to counter China
An internal report presented to Taiwan's president contained an alarming finding: In drones, the island lagged far behind its much more powerful adversary.
Movie House Scheme Exposed
AMC Theatres Drops Variable Pricing Plan That Charged More for Better Seats
AMC Theatres dropped its plan to charge different prices for seats in different locations within each movie theater.
Summer Love Explained
How to Have Great (Safe) Sex Outside
Knowing the laws of your state and city is the first step.
Cowtown Drama Plays Out
Local playwrights to present "On Account of Sex" at Fringe Fest
The production follows seven leaders of the women's suffrage movement. By Tyler Schneider Tara Varney, a theater teacher at the Kansas City Academy, and Bryan Colley, a graphic designer with the American Academy of Family Physicians, have been writing and producing theatrical productions under their Fourth Wave Theatre company for the Kansas City Fringe Fest...
Meth Town Tech Connection
The Truman Library on the historic ties between President Harry S. Truman and Robert Oppenheimer
The subject of Christopher Nolan's movie new movie "Oppenheimer" had a unique relationship to Kansas City's president
History Fanboi Celebrated
An antique fan collector is making these Kansas City artifacts cool again
In the days before air conditioning, electric fans were how Midwesterners beat the heat. One local collector is restoring a rare set of antique fans that once cooled travelers in Kansas City's Union Station.
Boss Man Endures
Bill Dunn Sr., the face of JE Dunn Construction for decades, turns 100 - Kansas City Business Journal
Bill Dunn Sr. worked in construction for most of his life, turning his father's small construction company into a $2 billion general contractor, the biggest in Kansas City. The former CEO of JE Dunn Construction turned 100 on Thursday.
Deep Dive Into KC History
The flood to end all floods
Michael BushnellPublisher Making the floods of 1903 and 1908 seem insignificant in comparison, the flood of 1951 was dubbed "The [...]
Midtown Reading Report
One Tank Trips: Daisha turns pages at Prospero's Bookstore
At Prospero's Bookstore you can explore three floors of books and media, buy, sell and trade books and attend their events.
Enjoy Cool Weather Whilst It Lasts
More comfortable conditions for Friday
Temperature could approach 100 degrees next week
Johnny Yukon - Whispers is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.
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