Article Susan Fotovich McCabe | Photography courtesy of The K Baseball may be America’s pastime, but when you venture out to Kansas City’s Kauffman Stadium to catch a game, you get more than just Major League Baseball action. And this summer, fans might even catch a glimpse of something more. On July 10, Kauffman Stadium …
Category Archive: June 2012
NKCA Baseball: Building Futures Through Bats, Balls and Endless Support
Article Lisa Allen | Photography Angela C. Bond “I know from playing that this is about more than just the game,” Mike Cantwell says. “I created a strong family of friends during that time. I know what the league means to these kids.” For Mike Cantwell, baseball is more than just a game. It’s a …
Take Me Out to the Ball Game | Editor’s Letter
Ahhhh baseball season. Now is the time of year where we all hold our breath and hope that maybe our Royals will prove everyone wrong. So far, the jury is still out on this season, but this year we have more to look forward to than just our regular season play. We have the All-Star …
4th Annual Carolyn’s Pennies Teal Tea
The 4th annual Carolyn’s Pennies fundraiser event, the Teal Tea, was sponsored by Spelman Medical Foundation and was held at the Tiffany Greens clubhouse on May 6. Guests enjoyed speaker and Pulitzer Prize winning author Irene Virag. Guests were served tea by male servers which all have a connection with ovarian cancer. Along with tea, …
The ABC’s of Ryan Emmons: Local Actor Shines at Nationally Acclaimed Children’s Theatre
It really doesn’t matter what type of stage 13 year-old Ryan Emmons chooses to unleash his passion for performance upon, he is a star on the rise. From acting and building puppets and robots to computer video game designs, Ryan has found his stride. Recently, Ryan played the lead role as James in the theatrical …
Pink Promise Brunch
The 2012 Pink Promise Brunch featured retail therapy, a silent auction, prizes and most importantly, the sharing of stories from breast cancer survivors. The event took place on May 5 at the Overland Park Convention Center, where breast cancer survivors and their supporters joined the Komen Greater Kansas City Affiliate for a day of both …
How to Prepare for the Vow of a Lifetime
Article Eddie Stephens | Photography Ace Cuervo “Sometimes the unexpected is an unforgettable moment that transforms a standard wedding into a memorable experience. The sweetest memories are seldom the result of planning. Forget fashion shows, forget a performance, forget perfection. Whatever happens gets acknowledged and included. Whatever happens, we work it in. Nothing can ruin …
Chappell’s Restaurant & Sports Museum: The memorabilia brings them in, the food keeps them coming back
Article Cristin Hubbard | Photography Angela C. Bond While sports teams in Kansas City have had a few…how to put this gently…rough seasons in past years, this is still a town of diehard fans. The type of people who love the sounds of the ball park, the smell of concession stand food and the feeling …
As summer rolls in, Northland markets roll out premium products
Article Alexandra Bush Photography Ace Cuervo The fresh air of summer time brings with it the freshest produce, protein and pastries the area has to offer. “If the vendor doesn’t make it, rake it or bake it, we don’t sell it,” says Clara Hanks, president of the farmer’s market held at Crowley’s Furniture in Liberty …
Liberty Grows Unique Identity Through Deep Roots
“I think that people come to Liberty because it does have the unique character,” says Jonna Wensel, Liberty community development manager. “It’s authentic, and it’s imperfect, and it’s old. But that makes it charming and unique and different.” Article Matt Smithmier | Photography Angela C. Bond The Liberty of only a few decades ago was …
