Report for America
Missouri’s Rapid Transition to Recreational Marijuana Pays Off
Recreational marijuana sales totaled $8.5 million in Missouri during the first three days ending on Sunday. That was more than twice as much as medical marijuana sales during the same period.
Kansas Encourages Rural Housing With Massive Influx of Funds
For years, the Kansas Housing Resource Corp.’s median-income program was a well-intended effort operating with modest resources. Then everything changed.
Rural America Grew Early in Pandemic, Mostly in Recreational Counties
Despite a spike in deaths from COVID-19 and fewer births, recent research suggests rural counties saw population growth during the first year of the pandemic. Remote work opportunities could have contributed to more people moving to scenic rural destinations.
What’s in a Name? KC Film Documents ‘Black Joy,’ Premieres at Sundance Film Festival
A locally produced film, “Parker,” explores a Black family’s decision to reclaim their name. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
Bioplastics: The ‘Best Kept Secret’ in Kansas
The state of Kansas has carved out a noteworthy role in the emerging bioplastics industry.