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Have Questions About Why Census 2020 Matters to KC?

Counting yourself in the 2020 census may be more important than you think.

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The Halo Effect: What’s Behind the Graffiti Markings in the Crossroads?

Passersby along Southwest Boulevard may notice the graffiti that covers the Crossroads Art District. It’s everywhere: down alleyways, along buildings, across dumpsters and even on electrical equipment. Heading east, past the well-known, large animal murals of Scribe, sections of the district are covered in lone “tags,” or the pen name of artists. These artists, who…

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Digging Up The Truth About Kansas City Tunnels

curiousKC fielded a question about tunnels in the Historic Northeast neighborhood, between Ward Parkway homes, and underneath Eighth Street. Here’s what we found.

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drawing of the new wolferman's scheduled to open in january 1950

Baking it the Ole Fashioned Way: K.C. Bakeries Established Before 1950

Read about the histories of Wolferman’s, M&M, and McLain’s bakeries and delis. Fixtures in Kansas City, Missouri for decades.

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mass graves sign in Loose Park

What Happened To The Dead Soldiers In The Battle Of Westport?

Have you ever wondered what happened to the soldiers who fought the Battle of Westport? curiousKC has the answer.

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