News & Issues

Stories from around the Kansas City Metro area on a variety of topics.

Chef Brings 40-Years of Restaurant Seasoning to Union On The Hill

(Editor’s note: This article originally was published March 16, 2023) By Kevin Collison George Atsangbe has been corporate chef at some of the better known names in the local restaurant world including Houlihan’s and Bread and Butter Concepts for 40 years. So the native of Nigeria knew exactly what he wanted to do when he…

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Nick Haines

Nick’s Picks | Epic Storm Leaves Thousands Without Power

Evergy says about 12,000 customers remain without power after an epic storm swept through Kansas City Friday. Power may not be fully restored until Tuesday.

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Waterbird Coffee Pours in Heart of Government District

(Editor’s note: This article originally was published March 14, 2023) By Kevin Collison A new coffee shop has found a nest in the middle of the government district at 12th and McGee, providing a caffeine jolt to help boost public employees–and other customers– through their day. Waterbird Coffee set up shop in a long vacant…

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Financial planner Jamie Bosse.

Financial Tips for Teens (That Everyone Can Use)

You don’t have to look far for news about how much financial trouble people are in these days. Financial planner Jamie Bosse is here with five tips for teens.

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Rural Rebirth: The Art of Being Atchison  

Atchison has enough historical attractions that put it — and keep it — on the map. But the people of this rustic river town want more for their community.

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