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“Roger Golubski and his victim Lamont McIntyre have gotten a lot of attention, but what about the rest of his victims,”
Bonita Gooch, Community Voice editor
⭐️ Today’s Top Stories
Understanding Recreational Marijuana Use in Missouri
Understanding the state’s new recreational marijuana laws goes beyond light ’em up and smoke.
Law Allows Marijuana Convictions to be Expunged
Missouri’s unique recreational marijuana law vacated and expunged the records of individuals convicted of certain marijuana laws that are now legal.
What About the Women & What About the Dead?
Bonita Gooch | Editor-in-Chief
Cities & Counties Launch Cold Weather Housing Plans
Overnight shelters for the homeless are opening for the winter. Here’s information on Wichita, Johnson County, Wyandotte County and Kansas City shelters and services.
Fighting Back Against a Tripledemic: COVID, Flu & RSV
In addition to barriers and myths of vaccination rates, health experts inform of the severe threat of a pandemic which includes several viruses and a boost of flu hospitalizations before the holidays.
🗓 Upcoming Events
Now – Jan. 1: Winter Magic at Cliff Drive, 1800 Cliff Dr. A mesmerizing drive-through display featuring a mile of lights. Cost $25+
Now – Dec. 24 – 7pm, 8pm, 1pm, 2pm, 5pm: A Christmas Carol. Kansas City Repertory Theatre, 4949 Cherry St. Join Ebenezer Scrooge on his redemptive journey with Christmas Past, Present, and Future, and rediscover the true meaning of the holidays. Cost $39+
Now – Jan. 1: The season shines bright at Union Station, 30 W Pershing Rd. In addition to towering trees, festive decorations and classic seasonal films, the Holiday Reflections walk-thru village returns to offer a mesmerizing stroll through one of Kansas City’s most historic spaces. FREE
Nov. 23 – Dec. 31 Christmas in the Park, a festive drive-through display in Longview Lake Park on Woods Chapel Road with more than 500,000 lights. FREE
Nov. 24 – Jan. 1: The Country Club Plaza is adorned with thousands of twinkling lights. FREE
Dec. 1 – Dec 10, 7:30 pm: The Piano Lesson, KC Melting Pot Theatre, 3051 Central. It’s 1936, and Boy Willie arrives in Pittsburg from the South in a battered truck loaded with watermelons to sell. He has an opportunity to buy some land down home, but he must come up with the money quickly. He wants to sell an old piano that has been in his family for generations, but he shares ownership with his sister. Boy Willie tries to persuade his stubborn sister that the past is past, but she is more formidable than he anticipated. Weekend performances only. Cost $20+
Sat., Dec. 3, 7 – 10 pm: A SOULful Christmas. Delta Athenaeum, 900 E. Linwood Blvd. Enjoy a night of Soulful renditions of your favorite Christmas songs by KC’s finest singers, including: Marlin Thatcher Jr., Jaà Reneè, Ashley Phillips. Cost $15+
Tue., Dec. 6, 5:30 – 7:30 pm: KC Race, Equity & Inclusion Celebration, Rest, Reflect, Rejuvenate! Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Center, 3700 Blue Parkway. Meet and greet your fellow REI alums and engage in a fun and restorative celebration. FREE
Wed., Dec. 7, 5 pm: Velvet on a Wednesday, Daiquiri Shop, 1827 Vine St. We will have drink specials, food specials, DJ Wildboy all night playing your favorite jams. FREE entry
Wed., Dec. 7, 9 am: Mission in Action. Veterans Outreach Center, 8825 Troost. Join us for a 360-degree tour of Veterans Community Project in Kansas City and see our mission in action. FREE
Wed., Dec 7, 7pm: Heartland Black Chamber of Commerce Holiday Recognition Dinner & Dance, Soiree Steak & Oyster House, 1512 East 18th Street. A night of fine dining and dancing. Celebrate the contributions of corporate partners and small businesses.Cost $5+
Dec. 7 – 24, Sat @ 2 and 7:30 pm, Sun @ 1 and 5 pm: The Kansas City Ballet performs The Nutcracker at the Kauffman Center, 1601 Broadway Blvd, for the Performing Arts, offering a sparkling start to the holidays. Cost $34+
Event’s may change times or locations, or be cancelled on short notice. this calendar may not reflect last-minute changes or could contain inaccurate information; please check in advance on all events.
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