Nick’s Picks | Biden Fallout, Summer Olympics and Olivia Rodrigo

By | July 22, 2024

President Joe Biden’s decision to end his reelection campaign has sent shockwaves through the political system. Here are nine stories to track this week.

‘False Certitude’ Defines Our Religion, and Our Politics

By | July 21, 2024

Institutional religion has set a pattern for the sad reality of political divisions among our citizens — encouraging a false certitude about what we believe.

Beating the Heat: Help for Households Without Air Conditioning 

By | July 19, 2024

More than 10,000 Kansas City area households have no air conditioning, and many others struggle to maintain their units. Here are some programs that can help.

Public Safety Debate Shapes Jackson County Prosecutor Race 

By | July 18, 2024

Concern about public safety makes the Jackson County prosecutor race one of the most consequential on the upcoming August primary ballot. Meet the candidates.

As Landfills Approach Capacity, Upcycling Gains Momentum

By | July 17, 2024

As Kansas City area landfills approach full capacity, more people are embracing upcycling as a sustainability strategic to divert waste.

New Owners Spark Hope for Country Club Plaza 

By | July 16, 2024

Many people with a stake in the Country Club Plaza say the new owners of the iconic shopping district have made a good first impression. 

Farm to Trouble: Mississippi River Basin Farm Runoff Pollutes Upstream Waters

By | July 16, 2024

Worsening local effects on health and recreation in Midwest states are spurring action on problems that also cause the Gulf of Mexico’s chronic “dead zone.”

Missouri Amendment 1: Child Care on August Primary Ballot

By | July 15, 2024

Amendment 1 on the upcoming Missouri primary ballot would help clear the way for child care businesses to be exempt from property taxes.

Nick’s Picks | Election Season and Weather Heat Up

By | July 15, 2024

The Republican National Convention begins today in Milwaukee, less than 48 hours after a gunman tried to assassinate the party’s expected nominee Donald Trump.

Lawrence Farmers’ Market Rolls Out Double Up Program for Protein

By | July 12, 2024

The Lawrence Farmers’ Market has launched a grant-funded program that allows SNAP recipients to stretch their dollars to buy more protein products.