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Where is it legal to set off fireworks around Kansas City? Here’s what local laws say
Several cities in the area don’t allow any fireworks in city limits, so you might want to head to these areas. Here’s what else you need to know about times, prohibited fireworks, minimum age limits and more.
Kansas City-area fireworks canceled over severe weather threat
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The threat of severe weather takes some of the sizzle out of the Fourth of July fun. Instead of hosting fireworks displays Tuesday evening, the organizers of two events have been rescheduled to take place after the July Fourth holiday. In Kansas City, Kansas, the...
2 of the Top 50 Most Educated Cities in the US are in Missouri
We were not surprised that Missouri has two of the most educated cities in the US, we were surprised, however, which two cities are the most educated in the Show-Me State. Here are the details... According to a list called the Most & Least Educated Cities in America 2024, from...
Best Kansas City Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurants in KS
Best Kansas City Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurants in KS. Among the best Kansas City Hole-in-the-Wall restaurants are Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que, Breit’s Stein & Deli, and The Restaurant KC, each showcasing the unique flavors and authentic experiences that make this city a food lover’s paradise. Kansas City, KS, is a treasure trove of culinary delights, offering a vibrant food scene rich with hidden gems.
KU Health acquires Missouri hospital in 'prime area'
Liberty (Mo.) Hospital on July 1 officially joined the Kansas City-based University of Kansas Health System. The transaction sees KU Health grow into a nine-hospital system, including seven acute-care hospitals and two behavioral health facilities. Liberty Hospital is its first hospital in Missouri. "This was a perfect opportunity to partner...
Corps: federal levee system performing well against Missouri River flooding
(Omaha) -- U.S. Army Corps of Engineer officials say much of the federal levee system along the Missouri River has withstood the flooding over the past week. That was the message from the corps emergency management officials from the Omaha and Kansas City districts during a daily conference call Tuesday afternoon. Floodwaters that have worked down the Missouri River after torrential rains brought devastating flooding in northwest Iowa have also been the first test for the levee system that was repaired and upgraded following the 2019 Missouri River flooding throughout much of southwest Iowa, southeast Nebraska, and northwest Missouri. Spencer Giles is the emergency management chief with the corps' Omaha district. While they have been monitoring impacts from heavy rains this week, Giles says current river forecasts do not pose any risks to the federal levee system.
Unexpected fireworks can present harm to veterans with PTSD during holidays
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A lot of people will be coming to tents set up all week to buy fireworks for the 4th of July. But instead of celebrations for freedom and independence, those same booms and loud noises from fireworks, can bring back nightmares to veterans from their days in combat.
Neighbors show board president some love
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Donna Murff loves her Eastwood Hills neighborhood because everyone is like family and the neighbors who volunteer at the community center are so dedicated to keeping the neighborhood vibrant. “The volunteers at the Eastwood Hills Community Center have a leader with a purpose,” said Murff. “Gale Burrus spends countless hours doing […]
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