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Harvesters – Chefs Classic

John Pinkerton and Michael Lintecum were the chairmen of Harvesters –The Community Food Network’s Chefs Classic on June 26th at The American Restaurant.  The 20th anniversary event featured a multi-course gourmet meal that was accompanied by specially selected premier wines. Proceeds support Harvesters’ efforts to end hunger in our region. Mark Watson and Valerie Nicholson-Watson, […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Carla Duryee

Carla Duryee is a fabulous volunteer for KCU. She recently served as chairman of KCU’s community engagement committee, where she helped launch the Leading the Way Centennial Campaign. Carla served on the board of trustees for nine years and is busy planning KCU’s Centennial Gala. Also featured in the July 23, 2016 issue Photo Credit: […]

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CASA – SuperHero 5K Run/Walk

The third annual CASA SuperHero 5K Run/Walk, “Every Kid Needs a Hero, but Abused Kids Need SuperHeroes,” event was held on June 12th at Corporate Woods. Bryan Busby served as the emcee. Proceeds help CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) to train and support more volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children in Jackson, Johnson and […]

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The University of Kansas Hospital – Chiefs Fantasy Camp

June 16th and 17th were the dates for The University of Kansas Hospital and the Kansas City Chiefs third annual Chiefs Fantasy Camp at Arrowhead Stadium. More than 80 football fans enjoyed a kick-off cocktail reception and a full day living like a Chiefs player. Proceeds will be used to improve access to concussion testing, […]

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The University of Kansas Hospital – Hall of Fame Dinner Awards Celebration

The University of Kansas Hospital held its sixth annual Hall of Fame Dinner and Awards Celebration at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza on June 7th. Dr. Marc A. Asher and Frank J. Ross, Jr. received Legacy Awards for their leadership and service. Lisa Hale and the Hale Family Foundation and the Sunderland Foundation, […]

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St. Teresa’s Academy – Quad Fest

Denise and Dave Schloegel and Katie and Ryan Duffy were the co-chairmen of St. Teresa’s Academy’s first annual Quad Fest. The outdoor event was held on June 4th at the school in honor of its 150th anniversary. Katie Levi, Melanie Christianson and Shawn Keller Karen Moran Redlich and David Redlich with Matt and Beatriz Schloegel […]

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2016 Rising Star – Terri Barnes

Terri Barnes is a versatile business leader with a unique blend of customer service and operations experience in the financial service and health care industries. She received her bachelor of science degree in business administration at Park University. Terri was a call-center manager for 22 years at American Century Investments, Upromise Investments and Amerigroup Insurance […]

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BBBSGKC – Kids Night Out

Lisa and Mike Hagedorn were the honorary chairmen of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City’s annual Kids Night Out event on April 9th at the Overland Park Convention Center. Brad Paisley, Grammy Award winner and Country Music Association Entertainer of the Year; entertained guests with a private acoustic performance. Co-chairman Andy Burczyk, […]

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Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Armistead!

Alison Hebenstreit and Hunter Westwood Armistead were married at Keswick Hall in Charlottesville, Virginia. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Bryant Hebenstreit of Mission Hills. Alison is the granddaughter of Mrs. Paul Dana Bartlett, Jr. of Our Town and the late Mr. Bartlett and the late Mr. and Mrs. William Joseph […]

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JDRF – Dream Gala

May 21st was the date for the JDRF Dream Gala. Tavia and Clark Hunt were the chairmen. Guests enjoyed silent and live auctions and Fund A Cure. Marque Ann Barton and Bob Hulsey Auctioneer Jeff Randall with Youth Ambassadors Kellen Giegerich and Hunter Chowning Kevin and Martha Kennedy Chairmen Clark and Tavia Hunt with Cathy […]

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The Jewel Ball – Debutante Tea

The Jewel Ball Debutante Tea was held on June 5th at The Kansas City Country Club. Blythe Launder, Betsey Haynes and Victoria Launder served as the Tea co-chairmen. Paget Higgins, Mary Jane Barnes and Sue Esrey poured the tea. The serenade was a special surprise for the guests. Mary Reed and Page Reed flanked Shawsie […]

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The Jewel Ball – Gentlemen’s Serenade

The Gentlemen’s Serenade was held on June 5th at Mission Hills Country Club. The Gentlemen of The Jewel Ball learned about proper etiquette, how to tie a bow tie and entertained their mothers and grandmothers with a serenade of three songs. Members of the 2014 and 2015 classes of Gentlemen were on hand to assist […]

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Truman Medical Center Charitable Foundation – Golf Baby Golf!

Truman Medical Center Charitable Foundation’s Golf Baby Golf! 10th Anniversary Golf Tournament was held on June 10th at WinterStone Golf Course. Harlan Limpus received a special recognition award for hosting the event for the last 10 years. Proceeds support TMC Lakewood Care Center. Volunteers Candice Brooks, Coffi Bell, Mary Berlin, and Whitney Addison asked golfers […]

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Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – Man & Woman of the Year

Jeff Winters and Kip Robertson served as the co-chairmen of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Man & Woman of the Year Grand Finale on May 19th at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Danny Callahan and Mara Sabatini were named the 2016 Man & Woman of the Year. Ella Schultz, Girl of the Year; and George […]

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BOTAR President – Missy Love

BOTAR President Missy Love has been active in American Royal activities since she was presented at The BOTAR Ball in 1984. She served as corresponding secretary in 1991, vice president of public relations in 1994 and vice president of the BOTAR Ball in 2009. In addition, she has been co-chairman of the decorations committee, co-chairman […]

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Cheers To Volunteers! – Gina Lange

Gina Lange is a seventh and eighth grade health teacher at Heritage Middle School in Liberty, Missouri. She is an amazing volunteer for Girls on the Run Serving Greater Kansas City. When the organization began piloting its new Girls on the Run curriculum for middle school girls, Heart & Sole, Gina was asked to lead […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Aaron Siders

Aaron Siders graduated from Kansas State University with a bachelor of science degree in business and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Missouri – Kansas City. He is a member of the Centurions, class of 2017 and serves on the recruitment committee and the Dividing Lines Task Force. Aaron and his […]

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City – Legacy Invitational

The Legacy Invitational golf tournaments, benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City, were held on May 23rd at Loch Lloyd and June 6th at The National Golf Club. Golfers enjoyed hot towel shaves, valet parking, chair massages, cigar emporium, a car wash detail, breakfast, lunch and delicious beverages. Micheal Lawrence, Big Brothers Big […]

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MOCSA – Young at Art Cocktail Party and Auction

August 27th is the date for the Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault (MOCSA’s) 12th annual Young at Art Cocktail Party and Auction at The Gallery Event Space. Guests will enjoy drinks, delicious fare, silent and live auctions, and entertainment from 2Proud2Beg. Debbie and Russ Welsh are the honorary chairmen, and Ingrid VanBiber and Denise […]

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Literacy KC – 22nd Annual Spelling Bee & 30th Bee-Day Party

April 28th was the date for Literacy KC’s 22nd Annual Spelling Bee and 30th Bee-Day Party at UMKC’s Pierson Auditorium. Vanya Shivashankar, 2015 Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee reigning co-champion; was the special guest. “Ultracrepidarian” was the winning word for a three-person team from Andrews McMeel. Paul Rosenboom, board member; Spencer Becker, board member; and […]

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Synergy Services – Kindest Kansas Citian

May 6th was the date for the 26th annual Kindest Kansas Citian, which took place at the View at Briarcliff. Joanna Glaze, Tyrone Flowers and Father Mike Roach were the honorary stars. Proceeds support Synergy Services’ Stop Violence program that provides anti-bullying education to thousands of Our Town’s students annually. Laurie and Chip Ingram with […]

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