When she was young, it bothered – no, angered – Jacqueline Woodson that none of the characters she saw and read about in books looked and lived like her. As Woodson later told The New York Times, “My ordinary life wasn’t represented.” As an author of more than 40 books, Woodson has had a hand… Continue reading Meet celebrated author Jacqueline Woodson
On Valentine’s Day, the last call at Dave’s Stagecoach Inn was truly the last call: The beloved, family-owned KC dive bar in Wesport shuttered its doors after more than 70 years in business. Along with countless customers, owners Joyce and Jim Hess share fond memories of the bar that Joyce’s father opened in 1952. The… Continue reading Beloved Westport Dive Bar Closes After 70 Years
In 1991, vocalist Julie Turner thought she may never sing again. At the time, Turner was just over three decades into her professional career and was grappling with breathing issues, finding herself easily winded. Scheduled for surgery on her trachea, her doctors told her to be prepared for the worst. In anticipation of the surgery… Continue reading Vocalist Julie Turner reflects on her six-decade long career.
Our photographer Jeremey Theron Kirby captured every pivotal moment from the sidelines. Once again, the Kansas City Chiefs have etched their names in the annals of NFL history, seizing victory in a spectacular and often agonizing Super Bowl showdown. It may have taken a quarter of overtime, a bungled punt and a missed extra point,… Continue reading Celebrating the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl Victory
