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HISTORY

We scoured the history books, took a look at the last 180 or so years of Kansas City history and cherry-picked the moments and movements that shaped the city we live in today. Some events called for instant celebration or quick action, others for somber reflection and disciplined planning, but each moment in time led us to where we find ourselves now.

8 Over 80: Ralph Varnum

These prominent golden-agers talk about lifelong achievements, what they learned through the years, what they are planning on next and how living longer is a

8 Over 80: Shirley Helzberg

These prominent golden-agers talk about lifelong achievements, what they learned through the years, what they are planning on next and how living longer is a

9 Over 90: Alvin Brooks

The elderly elite of Kansas City share their life journeys, what motivated them along the way, the lucky breaks and tough times, and advice for

9 Over 90: Ollie Gates

The elderly elite of Kansas City share their life journeys, what motivated them along the way, the lucky breaks and tough times, and advice for

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