Clarence Dennis

Clarence Dennis

Kansas City PBS Audience & Digital Content Strategist

Clarence Dennis is the Audience & Digital Content Strategist at Kansas City PBS. Previously, he was a social media manager and regular contributor to Flatland, keeping a pulse on what's happening when it comes to fun around town and covering niche sports. Clarence connected with Flatland in July 2019, following a year in Los Angeles covering the Super Bowl LIII runner-up L.A. Rams. A proud first-generation college graduate of the University of Kansas, Clarence is a passionate fan of the Jayhawks. He's most likely listening to the Grateful Dead.

Stories by Clarence Dennis

NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace celebrates a win at Kansas Speedway.

Weekend Possibilities | Kentucky Derby Parties, NASCAR, Cinco de Mayo

Race into May’s first weekend for Kentucky Derby and NASCAR Cup action across Kansas City. But don’t forget a margarita on Cinco de Mayo.

Union Station at night with the downtown skyline in the background.

Weekend Possibilities | NFL Draft, Kelce Jam, Kicks and Couture

Beside NFL Draft mania, there’s live music, a new bookstore opening in Kansas City, Kansas, and The Great Wind Festival this weekend.

Visitors line up at the entrance of the Kansas City Zoo.

Weekend Possibilities | Earth Day, Brunch Walk and a Kite Festival

There are plenty of ways to celebrate the planet this Earth Day, some of which include beer. Other options include Don Bosco’s Block Party, kite-flying and the start of Westport’s International Food Week. Friday, April 21 5 – 9 p.m. Don Bosco Centers is throwing a Block Party Friday outside of its Columbus Park Community…

The Kansas City skyline from Percheron rooftop bar at the Crossroads Hotel.

Weekend Possibilities | Percheron, Cannafest and Art Course

It’s officially patio season in Kansas City, but that’s not the only form of outdoor fun in the works this weekend. Pick from KC Cannafest, Bar K Beer Fest or Art Course 2023 if you are in need of some positive vibes and sunshine.  Friday, April 14  Noon – 5 p.m. Friday marks the Grand Opening…

A wide shot of The Patriot rollercoaster at Worlds of Fun.

Weekend Possibilities | Worlds of Fun, Future and Easter

Warmer weather will be welcomed by folks looking to get out and about this Easter weekend. Egg hunts, live music, arts, crafts and roller coasters are on the agenda. Friday, April 7 7 p.m. Grammy Award-winning rapper, producer and songwriter Future is performing at T-Mobile Center, 1407 Grand Blvd., Friday night. The Future & Friends…

Kansas City Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. (7) is congratulated after scoring a run against the Cleveland Guardians during the eighth inning of a baseball game, Thursday, April 7, 2022 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Weekend Possibilities | Royals Baseball, Eat Local Expo and the Easter Bunny

Spring has arrived and it’s time for a fresh start. That goes for the Royals, KC Glory and local gardeners alike. Friday, March 31 Noon – 1 p.m. Spring is here and it’s time to take care of the garden. Get off on the right foot with the Garden Soils, Compost and Fertilizer workshop from…

Cannabis leaves growing in an indoor facility, shot from below the plants.

Weekend Possibilities | March Madness, Cannabis and Cats

Sports fans can watch March Madness basketball this weekend at T-Mobile Center. Other options include a cannabis expo, a cat show and a film fest.

A Comicon fan dressed as Chewbacca.

Weekend Possibilities | St. Patrick’s Day, Planet Comicon and it’s ‘Always Sunny’

There’s a little something for everyone this St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Just be sure to dig up that green T-shirt in time for Friday’s hooley.

Crowds of people in the Power and Light District during basketball games.

Weekend Possibilities | Big 12 Hoops, St. Patrick’s Day Parades and Tanya Tucker

The men’s and women’s Big 12 basketball tournaments are underway with all sorts of fun, including a live set from DJ Diesel, on deck for the weekend. Away from the hardwood, St. Patrick’s Day parades, a Women’s History Month Pop-Up and a big-time country music show at Knuckleheads round out the options. And don’t forget…

A glass of red wine being poured.

Weekend Possibilities | KC Wine Fest, District Biskuits and a Scenic Film Fest

This weekend has offerings from an after-hours coffee shop party to a Sporting Kansas City watch party, with all sorts of art, food and drinks in between.