If you’re a voter in the Kansas City area, particularly on the Missouri side, Election Day is Tuesday, April 8. This general municipal election will give voters in cities like Liberty, Kansas City, Independence, and Raytown the opportunity to vote on key local issues and elect public officials. Voters will have the chance to decide … Read more
In a move to enhance children’s nutrition, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) is leading efforts to reintroduce whole and reduced-fat milk options in school cafeterias nationwide. This initiative is encapsulated in the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, bipartisan legislation aiming to amend existing school nutrition standards. Removal of Whole Milk from Schools In 2010, … Read more
Kansas classrooms are facing significant upheaval following the U.S. Department of Education‘s latest directive issued in mid-February 2025. The federal mandate calls for the immediate cessation of all race-based programs in educational institutions, setting off a wave of concern across schools and universities in the state. This policy change poses significant challenges for Kansas classrooms, … Read more
The Kansas City metropolitan area is grappling with significant disruptions as a recent snowstorm has led to widespread school closures. After a brief return to classrooms, many districts, particularly on the Kansas side, have once again canceled in-person learning due to hazardous weather conditions. Extent of School Closures The overnight accumulation of approximately 1 to … Read more