Kansas City came together to honor 190 homicide victims of 2024 during a heartfelt year-end prayer vigil at the Greater Metropolitan Church of Christ. Families, friends, and organizations united for moments of remembrance, healing, and hope, reflecting on loss while envisioning a more peaceful and compassionate future for the community in 2025. A Gathering to … Read more
JACKSON COUNTY, Mo. – Former President Jimmy Carter’s unwavering commitment to Habitat for Humanity wasn’t limited to mere advocacy; he physically helped construct nearly 5,000 homes, leaving an indelible mark on countless lives. A History of Dedication: Jimmy Carter and Habitat for Humanity Jimmy Carter’s journey with Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City began in … Read more
Emporia Main Street, coming off a highly successful 2024, is gearing up for an even more impactful year ahead. Director Casey Woods shared that the organization will prioritize business diversification, among other critical initiatives, as part of its 2025 objectives. Reflecting on a Remarkable Year During an interview on KVOE’s Talk of Emporia program, Woods … Read more
The Emporia Public Library is set to kick off the New Year celebrations a little earlier this year. On Tuesday, the library will host a festive Noon-Year’s Eve Party starting at 11:30 a.m. in its main hall. The event is designed to offer fun and entertainment for attendees of all ages. Event Details and Activities … Read more
The City of Emporia has officially made public a letter authored by Mayor and City Commissioner Erren Harter. Shared through an official Facebook post, the letter addresses the Resource Development Association of East Central Kansas (RDA) and outlines the City Commission’s rationale for requesting a restructuring of the RDA Board. The primary motivations cited include … Read more
This article was originally produced by Capital & Main, a nonprofit journalism publication, and is republished with permission. When I first encountered Joanne Marie Erickson, she had not stepped out of her apartment in weeks. Sitting on her worn-out couch, surrounded by the clutter of her living space, she appeared both overwhelmed and isolated. Her … Read more
In 2024, the United States witnessed a significant rise in homelessness, with numbers increasing by 18.1% compared to the previous year. This surge has brought the total count to over 770,000 individuals experiencing homelessness nationwide. Factors Contributing to the Increase The primary drivers behind this alarming trend include a shortage of affordable housing, natural disasters, … Read more
BANGKOK (AP) – Global stock markets showed a mixed performance on Friday as trading activity slowed during the final days of 2024. European markets experienced modest movements as they reopened after the Christmas holidays, while Asian shares exhibited a mix of gains and losses. European Markets Open Narrowly Higher European stocks reflected cautious trading: Meanwhile, … Read more
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has unveiled a new initiative aimed at providing automatic payments to eligible taxpayers who failed to claim the Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns. This move is expected to benefit approximately one million taxpayers who inadvertently overlooked this credit. Automatic Payments to Be Issued by December 2024 On … Read more