After several years of inactivity, William Jewell College is restoring spiritual services with the launch of its Center for Faith and Culture. The comprehensive program focuses on individual spiritual exploration with campus- and community-wide courses, meetings and resources. This year’s leadership for the Center includes Reverend Craig MacLeod Walls, director…
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How to celebrate Earth Day
Earth Day is an important day to reflect on our everyday actions that impact the planet we live on. The Earth Day 2022 theme encourages everyone to “Invest in Our Planet” by acting together for a greener future and to combat the climate crisis. The Climate Council of Greater Kansas…
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10 Black-Owned Businesses in Kansas City and Liberty
A great way to celebrate Black History Month is to shop local and support Black business owners. Historically, Black business owners have faced systemic oppression and obstacles. They deserve our support every day and play a vital role in the local community. There are lots of great restaurants and small…
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Local business review: Sugar Kittens Cafe and Cattery
Although cat cafes are still a relatively new business genre in the United States, these lively shops stand as an exceptionally creative way to both enhance and support a local community. In addition to offering popular beverages and baked goods, cat cafes often partner with nearby rescues to socialize sheltered…
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Clay County reaches all-time COVID-19 high as Jewell enters Level C, MO cases increase
While the U.S. national election headlines have occupied the space usually reserved for COVID-19 related stories, there is still much to report about the progression of the pandemic. Across Missouri, including Clay County and Kansas City, the stakes of the pandemic are heightening. Such is also the case for both…
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Restaurant Review: Corner Cafe
If I were to pick one restaurant that encapsulates my entire experience as a college student in Liberty, it would have to be the Corner Cafe on Flintlock Rd. From my first move-in day four years ago to my very last one this year as a senior, I have been…
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Photo feature: Regulations and Empty Shelves
This photo feature is intended to shine a light on what our community looks like while the pandemic going on. This shows a little of what signs and regulations are being taken in Liberty, Mo. I hope that this pandemic photo series is a time capsule of what is currently going…
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Gun Fight Happens a Mere 2.4 Miles from Campus
At around 11:10 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, two cars were seen firing gunshots at each other in Liberty, Missouri. No injuries occurred, but one home was struck by the fire through the front door and several rooms throughout the house. The rolling gun battle, as many news outlets are calling…
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