Jacob Douglas
Reporter for Kansas City PBS in cooperation with Report For America
Stories by Jacob Douglas
Proposed ‘Agrihood’ Near Lawrence Would Tap Farming Roots
Douglas County has approved plans for an "agrihood" near Lawrence that would blend small-scale farming with housing.
curiousKC: Is COVID-19 Airborne? Definitive Answer Up in the Air
Scientists are still struggling to determine whether coronavirus can be spread via airborne aerosols.
Leavenworth County Grapples With Politics of Wearing Masks During Pandemic
Leavenworth County, like most counties in Kansas, has prioritized local control over medical science when it comes to mandating masks during the pandemic.
‘Famous for the 4th’: How a Small Town Celebrated Independence Day in a Pandemic
A small town in Missouri worried about proceeding with the traditional Independence Day celebration amid a pandemic.
Farmers Also Getting Government Help During Pandemic
Just as individuals got stimulus checks and businesses tapped the Paycheck Protection Program to survive the economic shock caused by the pandemic, farmers are getting cash to compensate for steep drops in crop prices.
Missouri River Town Struggles to Survive 2019 Flood
The flood of 2019 was devastating to Holt and Atchison counties, but the toll of high waters is still being felt.
Rural Missouri Joins ‘Black Lives Matter’ Movement
Rural communities are joining "Black Lives Matter" protests following the death of George Floyd.
Kansas City Square Dance Clubs Still Kicking Up Heels
The Schemmers and their 23 companions meet the third Friday in September through May. The Harmony Dancers and the 15 other square dance clubs in the Kansas City metro carry on a long tradition that continues today.
Howard’s Grocery, Cafe And Catering Serves Mouthwatering Burgers On “The Block”
If you’re looking for a burger in the Crossroads Arts District that will make your taste buds dance, head over to Howard’s Grocery, Cafe and Catering. With organic or grass-fed beef, a potato bun and special burger sauce, this sandwich is about as natural as you can get. To add a splash of flavor to…
Big Creek Country Show Brings A Little Branson To Pleasant Hill
You can’t beat classic. If you’re hankering for a local dose of Branson, perhaps even an echo of old-school Nashville, consider a short drive to Pleasant Hill, Missouri, on a Saturday night. That’s where you’ll find the Big Creek Country Show. “It’s like a Branson show,” says Dennis Dittemore, co-owner, emcee and performer. “It’s a…