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Lights from the Hannibal Bridge which carries trains over the Missouri River and the Broadway Bridge reflected off the Missouri River at sunset. This view is from the overlook at the foot of Main Street.

KEITH MYERS | The Kansas City Star

Lights from the Hannibal Bridge which carries trains over the Missouri River and the Broadway Bridge reflected off the Missouri River at sunset. This view is from the overlook at the foot of Main Street.

Missouri and Kaw roll by mostly unnoticed, but river-lovers have a vision to change that

09:05 AM CDT

In Kansas City, we celebrate small water. We beam when suburban creeks get prettied up. We go all combatant if our fountains are threatened. Our big water — our genesis — we mostly ignore.


Interview | Sally Calvin offers fresh talk, straight from the farm

07/04/2009 05:58 PM

Sally Calvin co-owns Widgeonwood Farm in Jefferson City. On Saturdays, Calvin sells fresh produce as well as preserves, soups, quiches and other products made from foods she grows

Summer brings warm days and warm thoughts of home

07/04/2009 06:00 PM

Independence Day weekend has always been like Thanksgiving in summer for me. There’s tons of good food, and you can’t help thinking about things you’re grateful for.

'COWTOWN' by Charlie Podrebarac

Cowntown, July 5

09:15 AM CDT

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GHOST TOWN

Web exclusive: Chapters 31-33

02/01/2009 05:41 AM

The final 11 chapters of Richard Jennings’ “Ghost Town” story will appear on KansasCity.com over the next month. We’ll post two to three chapters each Sunday. The story will be published in book form in June.

AROUND THE BLOCK

Rockhill Gardens, where neighbors know one another

07/04/2009 06:18 PM

Rockhill Gardens is not totally crime-free, but a feeling of security prevails and it is a pretty fine neighborhood to live in.

LOVE STORY

Opposites attracted when they weren't even looking

07/04/2009 06:14 PM

Do I know you?” the beautiful young man asked as Jason Kralicek was about to leave the bar. Jason had never seen Seth Golay before, but he was delighted to meet him. The two exchanged phone numbers.

LAST BITE

Hummus sandwich is a vegetarian delight

07/04/2009 06:22 PM

A hummus sandwich is quick and easy to fix using prepared hummus from the grocery store. Sheri Parr, the owner of The Brick in Kansas City, offers this vegetarian-friendly version.

DESIGN NOTEBOOK

'Party patio' lives up to its name

07/04/2009 06:15 PM

Our backyard and patio have been dubbed “the party patio” in our neighborhood. Starting with a barren backyard and a tiny patio, we’ve worked to transform the yard into an inviting gathering spot without breaking the bank.

EYE LEVEL

'Be the Change' mobile sculpture

07/04/2009 06:20 PM

After more than 30 years in Kansas City, Hong Kong-born artist Kar Woo says he is still impressed by the enthusiasm of area churches, businesses and individuals to help those in need.

FASHION FUSION

Bandeau helps avoid tan lines

07/04/2009 06:57 PM

If you’re going to be in a wedding this summer, buy the bandeau. The narrow bikini top is popular because many women are concerned about tan lines, says Kelly Bietka, buyer for Swim Quik in Leawood.

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