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Posts Tagged ‘People & Places’

Fighting for Ukraine’s Independence Here in the Heartland

By | March 18, 2022 | 0
Woman in flower crown and traditional, colorful Ukrainian dress holds a blowing Ukrainian flag in a park.

The Ukrainian Club of Kansas City moves away from cultural activities as members search for ways to support the war effort in their home country.

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‘Womyn’s Land’: A Rural Version of ‘Womontown’

By | March 16, 2022 | 0
Denslow Brown working on Womyn's Land.

Like Womontown, Womyn’s Land was created as a place for lesbians who wanted to withdraw from an oppressive “mainstream world” to feel safe and empowered.

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Sláinte! Browne’s Irish Marketplace Turns 135

By | March 16, 2022 | 0
Storefront of Browne’s Irish Marketplace

A longtime landmark in Kansas City’s Irish community is set to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with even more joy than usual this year.

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Signs of the Times, Past and Present

By | January 28, 2022 | 0
Dave Eames is the founder and co-owner of Fossil Forge.

Fossil Forge sign shop has been a force in bringing back neon signs in Lee’s Summit and the rest of the Kansas City area.

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Alternative Fragrance Shop Serves (Scent)sitive People

By | November 12, 2021 | 0
Jill McKeever, creator of the perfume brand For Strange Women, mixes together a new scent using organic plant material.

For Strange Women, a natural perfume store based in Kansas City, creates unique scents for people all over the world.

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