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Good day Kansas City! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- See what the huge new American Royal campus will bring soon
- What KCK school board's tax vote means for your next bill
- Why KCKCC just renamed a campus street for Officer Simoncic
Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Less humid with plenty of sun, with a high of 87 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Plenty of sun, temps: high: 88, low: 70.
- Saturday: Very warm with periods of sun, with a high of 95 and low of 78 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. First look at new American Royal campus in Kansas City, Kansas (fox4kc.com) — Construction on the massive new American Royal and Exhibition Hall in Kansas City is nearly finished, with the first events just weeks away. The 390,000-square-foot complex will host livestock shows, barbecue contests, rodeos, concerts, trade shows and more, dramatically increasing event days and visitors. Leaders hope it cements Kansas City as a national hub for agriculture and food-focused events. 
2. Divided Kansas City, Kansas, school board makes key property tax decision (thebeaconnews.org) — Kansas City Public Schools board narrowly voted 4–3 to collect more property tax revenue this year instead of fully offsetting rising property values. Leaders cite rising costs, uncertain state and federal funding, and program needs, while opponents worry about residents already struggling with higher expenses. The final budget, including a slightly lower mill rate, faces approval September 8.
3. Street renamed in honor of Kansas City, Kansas, police officer killed in the line of duty one year ago (kshb.com) — Campus Boulevard at Kansas City Kansas Community College has been renamed Officer Hunter Simoncic Boulevard, honoring the KCK police officer killed in the line of duty one year ago. Family, local leaders, and community members gathered for a dedication ceremony, where his family also donated to the Lead to Read program Hunter supported, highlighting his legacy of service to Kansas City children.
4. Kansas City, Kansas, church rallies around community while assessing its own storm damage (kmbc.com) — Rosewell Church of Christ in Kansas City is feeding and supporting neighbors hit hard by last week's storms even as it faces severe damage to its own building. With the roof and walls torn up, members are leaning on faith and each other while they assess whether the church can be rebuilt and how to keep serving the community.
📸 Around Kansas City
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Kansas City
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- K-5 July/August Birthday Lunches
Academie Lafayette Kansas City, MO 64111 - ALL The Great Shrimp Boil EIP Ticketed Party
Academie Lafayette Zachary & Lauren Boyd's Home
6:00 pm - Armour Student Success Night
Academie Lafayette - Armour Kansas City, MO 64111
6:00 pm
Friday August 28
Saturday August 29
Wednesday September 2
📣 Kansas City Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Shawnee Downtown Partnership
City of Shawnee City Hall at 11110 Johnson Drive
4:30 pm - Parent Information Night
Merriam Park Elementary School All Areas
5:30 pm - Back to School Night
Brookridge Elementary School 9920 Lowell, Overland Park , KS 66212
5:30 pm - Home Team Huddle
Oswego Junior-Senior High School Oswego Junior Senior High School, 1501 Tomahawk Trail, Oswego
6:00 pm - PTA PLAYGROUND NIGHT
Overland Park Elementary School 8150 Santa Fe Dr, Overland Park , KS 66204
6:00 pm - Back to School Dance
Rushton Elementary School 6001 W 52nd St, Mission, KS 66202
6:00 pm - HS Football Jamboree @ Madison
Oswego Nehi Elem Madison, KS 66860, USA
6:00 pm - Rhythm & Roots Market (Downtown) - Superstar Mafia →
De Soto, KS Calendar De Soto, KS 66018
6:30 pm - Hometown Table: Community Conversations with Council →
De Soto, KS Calendar, 32905 W. 84th St, De Soto
10:00 am
Thursday August 27
Friday August 28
Saturday August 29
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hey neighbors, my dog slipped through the gate monday night and hasnt returned since, if anyone has any info on my dog please message me at 9137441630, he is a friendly dog but will run if approached.
He wears a dark green collar, has flappy ears, average height maybe smaller, and his name is bernardo, last seen in the armourdale area. Update:… (Nextdoor Armourdale) - Can someone help Ms Betty repair her fence?
The pickets are still good enough to reuse. She needs 2 posts reset in concrete. Two are still good. The 2x4"s need replaced. There was a gate for a… (Nextdoor Argentine)
- Coleman Worldwide Moving posted a job opening for Helper / Packer / Mover in Kansas City. Apply here.
- Richards Building Supply posted a job opening for Construction Laborer - Roof Loader in Kansas City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kansas City here.
Ok Kansas City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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