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Local Hipster Charity Redux
Jason Sudeikis to host 8th annual music variety show, THUNDERGONG!
THUNDERGONG! features a star-studded lineup of performers in support of its mission to provide care, hope and comfort to amputees needing financial support. The musical variety show was first creat...
Show-Me Funnel Cake Guide
Here's what's new at this year's Missouri State Fair - Missourinet
The barn doors have opened for the 2024 Missouri State Fair. The Show Me State's largest agriculture expo is underway in west-central Missouri's Sedalia. State Fair Director Jason Moore said a new feature at this year's fair is a drone show. "The first three nights after each concert, it'll be done in conjunction with our [...]
Rock Chalk Newsie Celebration
After Kansas newspaper raid, journalists remain defiant in battle for accountability * Kansas Reflector
The attack on constitutional freedoms in Marion placed a spotlight on the inherent tension between journalists and the powerful people they hold accountable
Nicer Trendy Gigs
West Bottoms introduces new event and parking space with The Liberty Courtyard
The West Bottoms area, once notorious for its muddy parking lot, has become a destination with the introduction of a new event and parking space.
Inclusive Local Hotness Debuts
Burlesque helps former Playboy Bunny empower Kansas City women to 'embrace themselves'
A Q&A with Lacey Knight, a former Playboy Bunny who is using burlesque shows as a showcase for Kansas City women of all body types.
Diva Earns Brand Deal
Sommer Ray's Imaraïs Beauty Expands Globally
Creator and entrepreneur Sommer Ray's ingestibles line Imarais Beauty can be found in stores around the world.
Prez Shares Priorities
Biden says 'most important thing' is to 'defeat Trump'
President Biden said in an interview set to air Sunday that "the most important thing" is to "defeat [former President] Trump" after he dropped out of the presidential race. "When I ran the first t...
MAGA Bros Stay Winning
Trump campaign projects confidence and looks to young male voters for an edge on Harris
Donald Trump's campaign is banking on younger male voters to put him over the edge in November as he adjusts to the reality of a new presidential contest against Vice President Kamala Harris that his aides say remains his to lose.
Social Justice Endorsement
George Floyd's brother endorses Harris-Walz, says Minnesota governor is 'built for this'
Philonise Floyd described Tim Walz, who was governor when his brother was murdered in Minnesota in 2020, as a "family man with a good heart."
Campaign Ticket Home 2024
Trump is putting mass deportations at the heart of his campaign. Some Republicans are worried
Donald Trump is putting immigration at the heart of his campaign to retake the White House. He is pushing the Republican Party towards an aggressive strategy of deporting millions of people.
Veep Practices Civility
Harris shuts down 'lock him up' chants aimed at Trump | CNN Politics
Former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said the manner in which Vice President Kamala Harris handled crowds at her rallies chanting "lock him up" when she referred to Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump was "presidential" and showed voters that Democrats believe in the rule of law.
Holy Land War Worsens
An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza school kills at least 80 people, Palestinian health officials say
Palestinian health authorities say an Israeli airstrike hit a school-turned-shelter in central Gaza City, killing at least 80 people. The Israeli military acknowledged the strike on the Tabeen school, claiming it hit a Hamas command center within the school.
Vlad Copes With Conflict
Ukraine's surprise attack into Russia ups ante for Putin
Ukrainian forces pushed into Russia this week to attack a border region in a stunning counteroffensive that comes after Kyiv has been largely on the defensive for the past year and a half. The Ukr...
Royal Mess Address
King Charles calls for unity and understanding after riots in UK
More than 480 people have been arrested for involvement in attacks on Muslim, immigration and other sites as well as police and passersby.
Iconic Art Endures
Banksy: New London artwork of stretching cat appears on billboard
The billboard is in silhouette of a cat on an empty, distressed billboard in north-west London.
Porky Penalty Sparks Split
'Too fat' husband granted divorce after wife demands a fee for 'incompetent' sex
A man in Taiwan filed for divorce from his wife after she demanded he pay for sex - on account of him being overweight and bad in bed. The unlikely incel, surnamed Hao, had married his wife Xuan in 2014 and had two children, according to the South China Morning Post.
Losing Streak Home Team Defeated By Wild Cards
Royals bullpen continues to struggle in 8-5 loss to Cardinals
The Royals have few answers in the pen.
Betting On Gender Issues
Kansans bet on Olympic events for the first time since state legalization
The Paris Olympics is the first Olympic Games since Kansas Governor Laura Kelly signed the bill into law legalizing sports betting in September of 2022.
Critter Rebrand For Bullet Train
Amtrak Missouri River Runner introduces new mascot
Amtrak Missouri River Runner on Friday introduced its new mascot "Ollie."
Almost Game Day Checklist
5 things to watch as the Chiefs play the Jaguars in preseason opener
What are the things we should be monitoring as the Kansas City Chiefs play their preseason Week 1 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars?
Forecast For Now . . .
Record-breaking low Saturday, beautiful afternoon
More chances for rain next week
Vampire Weekend – Classical is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.
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