Cami Koons
Reporter
Flatland contributor Cami Koons is a freelance journalist focusing on food chain and sustainability issues.
Stories by Cami Koons
Affordable Housing In Kansas City, At What Cost?
For years, poor living conditions and health issues plagued tenants in an affordable housing complex in Kansas City. Now, tenants are fighting back.
Can ChatGPT Write the News?
News organizations are grappling with the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on journalism. As a test, Flatland asked ChatGPT to write a story.
Happy 4/20 in Kansas City
KC Cannafest occupied the Crossroads last week as attendees prepared to celebrate the first 4/20 day since Missouri voters approved recreational marijuana.
Almost $20M Allocated for Rural Kansas Housing
Almost $20 million in state and federal funds has been allocated to help develop hundreds of moderate-income housing units in rural Kansas.
The Resonant Legacy of Pipe Organs in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence has an honored place in the world of pipe organs. It is home to both Reuter Organ Co. and one of the nation's largest university organ departments.
Local Voters Ponder New Taxes on Marijuana Sales
Voters in Kansas City and many other communities across Missouri will consider new local marijuana sales taxes on the April 4 ballot.
Kansas Town Celebrates Heritage With Rocking Chair Marathon
The small Kansas town of Cuba celebrates its Czech heritage with an odd tradition - an annual rocking chair marathon.
After One Month, Missouri Becomes a Top Cannabis Sales State
In its first month of legalized recreational Marijuana sales, Missouri has emerged as one of the top cannabis states in the country.
Crypto Company’s Cryptic Foray Blocked in Rural Kansas
A small rural Kansas town has rallied against plans to build a crypto mining facility.
Q&A with ‘Preserving Our Past’ Producer Catherine Hoffman
Kansas City PBS producer Catherine Hoffman discusses the process behind the new film, "Preserving Our Past: The Story Continues."