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Rev. Dr. Karla Cooper at Allen Chapel AME Church

Local Leaders Weigh in on the Role of the Black Church in Social Change

Kansas City area clergy discuss the role of Black churches in leading social change. “The Black Church” premieres Feb. 16, 2021 on Kansas City PBS.

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‘Bumblebees’ En Route to Riverfront

By Kevin Collison The familiar “bumblebees” who provide downtown security and maintenance are expanding their range to the riverfront in response to the area’s growing number of residents and visitors. Port KC and the Downtown Community Improvement District announced a contract last week to enlist the CID’s Ambassadors to help patrol and maintain the Town…

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Nick Haines

Nick’s Picks | Warms Thoughts With Kansas City in Deep Freezer

Record cold, Presidents Day, spring training and Mardi Gras are on this week’s agenda in Kansas City.

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Troost Village Concept Would Transform Heart of Historic Commercial District

By Kevin Collison A $162 million redevelopment concept that would energize the historic commercial heart of Troost Avenue by adding apartments, retail, office and an amphitheater is being pursued by Midtown Development Partners. Tim Bowman, the partnership leader, envisions capitalizing on the art deco character of the historic buildings fronting the east side of Troost…

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Troost Village redevelopment proposal

Troost Village Plan Would Transform Heart of Historic Commercial District

Troost Village plan would transform the heart of a historic commercial district.

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