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Historic Boone Theater Renovation Progresses in 18th & Vine District

By Kevin Collison The renovation of the historic Boone Theater as an entertainment and media center in the heart of the 18th and Vine District took a big step forward recently with the approval a development agreement by the City Council. The Council approved an agreement that gives the Vine St. Collaborative 60 days to…

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Myranda Agnew and Kevin Hawkins at the Community of Hope in Leavenworth

The Hidden Homeless of Rural America

Unhoused people in rural areas of Kansas and Missouri often go unseen and unhelped.

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Conversion of Historic Ozark Building to Hotel Begins at Ninth and Grand

By Kevin Collison Preliminary demolition work has begun on converting the historic Ozark building at Ninth and Grand into a 249-room AC Hotels by Marriott with completion anticipated in about two years. “In terms of historic buildings, I think it’s in exceptional condition,” said Derek Alley, CEO of VCC construction, the contractor doing the project….

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Nick Haines

Nick’s Picks | KC’s Pursuit of World Cup Comes to Climax

This is a “make it or break it” week in Kansas City’s quest to host at least one or two games in the world’s most watched soccer tournament.

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After five years of homelessness, former Marine Emiloe Caldwell has gotten a fresh start at the Veterans Community Project.

curiousKC | Tiny Homes Offer Path Out of Homelessness

The Veterans Community Project offers tiny homes and supportive services for veterans seeking a path out of homelessness.

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