Press Releases

Clay County Public Health renews WIC contract

LIBERTY, Mo. – Nov. 4, 2025 – Clay County Public Health Center (CCPHC) has renewed itscontract to continue providing Women, Infants and Children (WIC) services for federal fiscalyear 2026 with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.

Undefeated Lincoln Men’s Soccer Opens GLVC Championship Run at Home

The Lincoln men’s soccer team will open play in the 2025 GLVC Championship Tournament at home, hosting Missouri S&T on Sunday, Nov. 9, at 2:30 p.m. CST at Capital City High School.

Monkey Brain Art Exhibit Opening

Thursday, October 236:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Midwest Genealogy Center Join us for a special evening celebrating the opening of the Monkey Brain Art Exhibit at the Midwest Genealogy Center!

DONATE A CAN, GET A SANDWICH: FLYNN ARBY’S TEAMS UP WITH HARVESTERS TO SUPPORT LOCAL FAMILIES

Tulsa, OK (October 6, 2025) – Flynn Group LP (“Flynn”), Arby’s® largest franchisee, has teamed up with Harvesters – The Community Food Network, a regional food bank serving 27 counties across northwestern Missouri and northeastern Kansas, to launch a three-week food drive.

Jackson County Legislature Chairman McGee Withdraws from Consideration for Jackson County Executive

Statement from Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. on Barnes Appointment

KANSAS CITY, Mo. –October 2, 2025-- “I am grateful to former Kansas City Mayor Kay Barnes for her willingness to serve during this important time of transition. With her long and distinguished record of public service, Mayor Barnes brings the steady leadership and dedication our community deserves.

Lake Responds to Kay Barnes Appointment: Jackson County Needs Real Solutions

KANSAS CITY, MO — October 2, 2025 — Following the appointment of former Kansas City Mayor Kay Barnes as temporary caretaker of Jackson County government, Stacy Lake issued the following statement:“Kay Barnes’ appointment will be a stabilizing force during this period of uncertainty.

Blue KC Donates $8,000 to Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – Another season-long effort has come to fruition for Blue Cross and BlueShield of Kansas City, the American Association Kansas City Monarchs, and the Negro LeaguesBaseball Museum.

The 18th & Vine Arts Festival Returns for 2025: A Renaissance on Vine to Celebrate Black Film, Television, & Dandyism

Kansas City, MO — The 18th & Vine Arts Festival Foundation is proud to announce the returnof its annual celebration of Black art, culture, and creativity with the 2025 18th & Vine ArtsFestival, taking place September 26–28 in the heart of Kansas City’s historic 18th & VineDistrict.

Mayor Lucas Comments on City Council Border War Repeal

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 18, 2025  CONTACT: Megan Strickland | 816-766-5134     KANSAS CITY, Mo.