COVID-19

Lawrence Community Shelter

Lawrence Homeless Shelter Wants to Build a Village of Tiny Homes

As the old adage goes, it takes a village.  Usually, this refers to raising children. In this case, it takes a village to keep people sheltered and safe from the coronavirus. As COVID-19 swept through the U.S., it hit vulnerable populations hardest, one of which is the homeless community, according to the Centers for Disease…

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Nick Haines

Nick’s Picks | Pandemic Threatens School Openings, College Football Season and City Jobs

President Trump has declared Kansas City a COVID-19 hotspot, raising questions about school reopenings, college football and jobs at City Hall.

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Looking for Love During a Pandemic

Online dating is surging during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s some advice on how to pursue romance remotely.

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KC Tenants organize at eviction court July 30

Tenant Issues Are Also Race Issues, Organizers Say

Local tenants’ rights group KC Tenants say their fight for tenant rights is also a fight for racial equity.

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Nick Haines

Nick’s Picks | Prepping for Primary Election Day in Kansas City

Here’s a guide to Primary Election Day in the Kansas City area.

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