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Despite the headquarter's push, this year's decennial Census count faced hurdles

Census 2020: Why Some Parts of the KC Area Were So Hard to Count

Why was it so hard to count the hard-to-count areas in KC? An enumerator explains.

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The 2020 World AIDS Day Mural

Kansas City’s World AIDS Day Mural Delivers a Message: Stigma = Hate

A new mural created by the AIDS Service Foundation of Greater Kansas City seeks to destigmatize being HIV-positive.

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Nick Haines

Nick’s Picks | Your Guide for a Busy Week, and Holiday Season Ahead

Nick’s Haines offers your guide for a busy week in news, and a number of upcoming holiday season events.

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Rev. Rob Carr

Retired Religious Leaders Reflect on Their Careers

Two retired members of the clergy reflect on their careers.

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Crown Center Holiday Celebration Ringing

Crown Center’s holiday season starts in earnest today with the lighting of the Mayor’s Christmas Tree and Santa’s arrival, although his sojourn at the Shops will be a uniquely  2020 experience. This year, it’s Claus vs. Covid and to protect both the jolly fat man and his young fans, Santa will be wearing a mask,…

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