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What the New Federal Housing Law Means for Homebuyers, Renters and Communities
Sweeping bipartisan law creates dozens of new housing programs, but experts say relief won’t come overnight
For millions of Americans frustrated by soaring home prices, rising rents and an increasingly difficult path to homeownership, Congress has approved what many housing experts…
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Missouri Voters Face Seven Constitutional Amendments on Aug. 4 Ballot
Part 1: What to Know About Parks Funding, Jackson County Assessors and Changes to the Initiative Petition Process
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Missouri Amendment 5 Could Change How You Pay Taxes
Part 2: Amendment 5 Would Gradually Eliminate Missouri’s Income Tax While Allowing Lawmakers to Expand Sales Taxes
Mr. Mc’s Helps Build a Healthier Food Network
Mr. Mc’s Market is one of the businesses participating in Wichita’s Healthy Corner Store Initiative, a city-funded program administered by Wichita State University that helps expand access to fresh produce and healthy food options in underserved neighborhoods. In addition to selling fresh fruits and vegetables at his own market, owner Quantin McIntosh is helping build a network that makes it easier for other neighborhood stores to stock affordable, healthy foods as well.
Pearson Farms Opens Weekly Market With Fresh Produce From Kansas Growers
As part of Wichita’s Healthy Corner Store Initiative, Common Ground Producers & Growers has established regular weekly market hours at Pearson Farms, giving Wichita residents a dependable place to shop for fresh, Kansas-grown fruits and vegetables. The market builds on the nonprofit’s longtime mission of connecting consumers with affordable produce from growers across the state.
