Today we start a new experiment on the blog.
There is SO MUCH good stuff out there that we don't want any of it to go to waste.
And so . . . We compile it all in a daily gathering that'll be linked on the front page for your viewing pleasure.
This is a work in progress and something that gives us a bit of hope in this bloggy adventure.
Let's get started with news items we're following this morning . . .
For The Homies . . .
New KCMO City Council facing call to address housing crisis
Residents are hoping KCMO's new city council elected on Tuesday night can address a housing crisis facing the city.
Protect The Swifties
Missouri AG warns of Taylor Swift ticket scams ahead of Kansas City show
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey is warning Taylor Swift fans to be mindful of ticket scams ahead of her concerts in Kansas City.
Golden Ghetto Blaze This Morning
Five patients, one critical transported from Shawnee house fire
Five patients, one critical were transported from a Shawnee house fire early Friday morning. A dog escaped without injuries.
Dead-Tree Debating NKC Move
Jackson County made the Royals. If they build a stadium in the Northland, I'm out | Opinion
It's hard enough to support the worst team in baseball. Then to see it turn its back on the taxpayers who have supported it for decades? | Opinion
JoCo Road Work Begins
Overland Park residents narrowly approve raising sales tax dedicated to road, infrastructure improvements
The tax is expected to raise an estimated $24.5 million annually.
Nasty Trope Redux
Employees angry after Toyota's Kansas City office serves only watermelon for Juneteenth
Toyota is under fire from some of its own Kansas City workers after they said the company served only watermelon to celebrate Juneteenth.
Country Club Conundrum Cont'd
Shake Shack's Plaza location closing dining room early on weekends
The Shake Shack on Kansas City's County Club Plaza is making changes around when it's open, citing safety concerns for workers.
Life Fight Always
Biden ready to make abortion rights a central issue in 2024 campaign
The president's team plans to put abortion rights "front and center" for voters while the issue remains urgent for many.
Battle For 2nd Place Begins
Republican 2024 hopefuls converge on DC under the shadow of Trump | CNN Politics
Sen. Ted Cruz dazzled the crowd, a surging Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker delivered the keynote and Donald Trump was not yet a candidate for president when the Faith and Freedom Coalition held its annual Road to Majority conference in 2015.
New Majority Fights For Supremacy
House Freedom Caucus faces an internal purge push
At least two hardliners have discussed trying to boot members who no longer meet the group's ideological standards, according to three Republicans with knowledge of the talks.
Supreme Life Rules
One year after Roe v. Wade's reversal, warnings about abortion become reality
In the wake of the Supreme Court's bombshell decision overturning Roe v. Wade, the landscape surrounding abortion access has shifted dramatically.
Almighty MAGA Endures
How evangelicals are setting the stage for Trump's return
Longtime evangelical kingmaker Ralph Reed explains why Trump has such a tight grip on religious conservatives, and what it will take for another 2024 hopeful to convert them to his or her cause.
Sinking Feeling Persists
'Shaken' Titanic Society Says 'Lessons Remain to Be Learned' 100 Years Later
"Titanic has claimed five additional victims 111 years after her loss," the society's president said.
RAWRRRR!!!
Lauren Boebert Tries to Downplay Her Catfight With MTG
The Colorado representative said Marjorie Taylor Greene "is not my enemy" and that she doesn't have time for petty fights.
Cowboy And . . .
White House State Dinner Guest List Includes Bela Bajaria, Donna Langley, M. Night Shyamalan, Casey Wasserman And James Murdoch
The guest list for the White House State Dinner for Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi includes a number of entertainment and media figures, including Netflix's Bela Bajaria, Universal's Donna Langley, director M.
European War Casualties Cont'd
FLASHPOINT UKRAINE: Ukrainian Troops Face Challenges Beyond Battlefield as Russia Targets Civilians
Ukrainian troops say the challenges are different and difficult as Russian attacks target civilians. The White House hopes to strengthen ties with India, whose longtime ally Moscow develops closer ties with its rival, China. The challenges of pregnancy and childbirth in a war zone.
Arguing Combat Accountability
Russia must pay to rebuild Ukraine, says Germany - DW - 06/23/2023
The US, Britain and the EU have pledged €60 billion to help Ukraine rebuild. But Germany's development minister says it's "obvious" that Moscow should ultimately foot the bill for the destruction caused by the war.
South Of Border Discovery
An ancient Mayan empire city was found in the Mexican jungle
A previously unknown ancient Maya city was discovered in the jungles of southern Mexico; anthropologists said it was likely an important center 1,000 years ago.
Social Media Gossip Exposed
Five of the Biggest Sex Myths Spreading on TikTok
Caffeine won't give you stronger orgasms, and Mucinex won't get you pregnant.
Inflation Is Revolting
Jackson County Property Tax Push Back Hitting Critical Mass
This week we notice Kansas City united in disgust against the status quo.
Cowtown Journey Of Self-Discovery
Kansas City man on the hardships of coming out as transgender and the relief of finding community
"To this day, I think it's just hard. . .something she or my other family may ever get over completely."
Gaming Kansas City Vote
Here's How Kansas City Campaigners Leveraged DNC Tech Resources
Many local campaigners were surprised to see DNC resources emerge in cowtown non-partisan election.
Sharks Argue For Good Deeds
Shook Hardy & Bacon expands its pro bono civil rights practice - Kansas City Business Journal
The firm's chair said Shook Hardy & Bacon LLP wanted to do "something monumental" with fees won in a case last year in a Missouri prisoner rights case.
Documenting Mayor Q's Power Moves
Hey Mr. Tambourine Man: Caption Mayor Q Playing His Heart Out
The Big Freedia crowd followed and danced with them along the way, even including some dance moves from Mayor Quinton Lucas.
Rock Chalk Burn Rate Counted
As wheat harvest begins, Kansas farmers having mixed experiences from ongoing drought
Wheat harvest is underway as Kansas deals with ongoing drought conditions, with much of Kansas dealing with either dry or drought conditions
JoCo Against Vlad?!?
Olathe woman returns from humanitarian trip to Ukraine with strong resolve to help
Paige Barrows of Olathe, Kansas, spent roughly two weeks in Ukraine distributing generators, helmets, clothing, personal hygiene items and a variety of other supplies.
Cowtown Buzz Reconsidered
A Kansas City beekeeper is finding safe, new homes for Missouri's state insect to 'bee'
Honey bees may not be native to North America, but the insects are critical to pollinating field crops and fruit trees across the region - not to mention the delicious honey they make. Occasionally, though, Missouri's official state insects make their homes in inconvenient places. One local beekeeper is known for stepping in to help.
Drawing Rainbow Inclusion
Artist uses pride month to honor black LGBTQ+ icons in Kansas City
Nasir Anthony Montalvo uses an exhibit they created called Black Queer Kansas City at PH Coffee in Kansas City's historic northeast neighborhood.
We Must Keep Kegger
Arrowheadlines: The Chiefs cannot afford to lose Travis Kelce
Chiefs headlines for Friday, June 23
Beware Of Baller Promises
Mythbusting Kansas City NBA Hoop Dreams
Make no mistake: Kansas City is a long shot to get an NBA team.
Weekend Plans Arrive
20 things to do in Kansas City area this weekend June 23-25
There are plenty of opportunities for barbecue, live theater, family festivals and sporting events this weekend in the Kansas City area.
Weird Local Music Debuts
Calvin Arsenia's 'Paradise' Album Release Party
Calvin Arsenia celebrates the release of "Paradise" at The Emerald in Kansas City, MO, on Friday, June 23 and Saturday, June 24, 2023.
Katie's Forecast For Now . . .
Another sunny and hot day for your Friday
Tomorrow is a weather impact day
Nicki Minaj & Ice Spice – Barbie World (with Aqua) is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.