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Saint Luke’s Foundation – Boo Ball

October 24th is the date for Saint Luke’s Foundation’s Boo Ball. The sixth annual event will take place at Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center, and guests will enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and HOWL 2 GO dueling piano entertainment. Proceeds will support the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Saint Luke’s East Hospital. Boo Ball Committee: […]

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Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Rieger!

Lucy Ann Herman and Andrew Hogan Rieger were married on April 18th at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. The bride is the daughter of Kathy Herman of Naples, Florida, and Mr. John Herman of Cuba, Missouri. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Jim Mullally of Naples, Florida, and the late Mr. Mullally and Mildred Herman of […]

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Tails of Our Town – Minnie Mcgee

It was love at first sight for Andrea and Marty McGee when they met Minnie at the Great Plains SPCA’s Pet Adoption Center in Merriam. They are now living as a “fur-ever” family and having a wonderful summer together. Also featured in the August 22, 2015 issue of The Independent

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BOTAR – Cathy Fligg Frame

Cathy Fligg Frame is serving as The Belles of the American Royal 2015 president. It has been one of the her most favorite organizations to be a part of. “My Aunt Nancy once gave me the best advice: ‘Surround yourself with people who are older and younger than you are, and you will always have […]

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Congratulations, Ada & Robert!

Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Warner Johnson of Our Town are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Adalaide Emma Johnson, to Robert Patterson Sutherland, the son of Mr. and Mrs. John William Sutherland II of Andover, Kansas. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Stewart McKie of Prairie Village and the […]

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Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Stone!

Jessica Michelle Whitworth and Jonathan Mayer Stone were married on May 24th at the Historic Firestone Building. The bride is the daughter of Dawn Whitworth of Edison, New Jersey. Her groom is the son of Kathy Krigel Stone of Fairway and Douglas A. Stone of Mission Hills. Jonathan is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. […]

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Slammin’ & Jammin’ for Genesis

Heather and Jean-Paul Wong were chairmen of the sixth annual Slammin’ & Jammin’ for Genesis at Carriage Club. Guests enjoyed a cocktail party, dinner and auctions on Friday night, followed by Kansas City’s Premier Pro Tennis Tournament on Saturday. Proceeds support The Genesis School, a charter school in the urban core that serves high-risk youth […]

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Symphony Ball – Invitation Preparations

July 15th was the date when Symphony League members gathered at The Sulgrave to prepare beautiful invitations for the Symphony Ball, “Rhapsody in Blue.” Hosts Kathy and Mario Scaglia provided a wonderful lunch for the volunteers. The Symphony Ball will be held on September 12th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. […]

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Congratulations, Haley & William!

Mr. and Mrs. David Michael Fowler of Mission Hills are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Haley Christine Fowler, to William Cody Stoeckel, the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Gove Stoeckel of Allentown, Pennsylvania. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Arthur Koch of St. Louis, Missouri, and Mrs. […]

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JLKCMO – Holiday Mart

The Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri’s Holiday Mart will be held from October 22nd through the 25th at Bartle Hall. Committee members are busy planning the fun-filled, four day event. Shayla Hammeke and Katie Minnis are serving as the co-chairmen. Holiday Mart has raised nearly $10 million for community projects since its inception in […]

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Spotlight On Centurions – Brent Blacklock

Brent Blacklock is a partner with TPP Certified Public Accountants. Brent is a member of Centurions, Class of 2016. He serves on the Healthcare and Aging Task Force and the projects committee. Brent and his wife, Audrey, have two children, Grace and Hannah. Hannah Blacklock with her father, Brent Blacklock  

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Synergy Services – Stand Up for Synergy

Janine Akers and Ryan Anderson are serving as co-chairmen of the ninth annual Stand Up for Synergy on November 7th at the Improv Comedy Club at Zona Rosa. Billy Gardell, star of the CBS television show Mike and Molly, is the featured performer. Proceeds support domestic violence prevention, shelter and support for children, women and […]

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Kansas City Ballet – Nutcracker Ball

Ann Dickinson is the honorary chairman, and Siobhan McLaughlin Lesley is serving as chairman of the Kansas City Ballet’s Nutcracker Ball at Union Station Kansas City. The December 4th event will feature cocktails, dinner and dancing to the Michael Beers Band. This year’s Ball will kick off the all new Nutcracker, featuring exciting choreography, beautiful […]

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KidsTLC Open

The KidsTLC Open was held on July 13th at Shadow Glen Golf Club. The 13th annual event featured a whiskey tasting, hand rolled cigars and a unique Splash Shot Challenge. Devin Schuster and Kyle Tucker served as the co-chairmen. George Brett, David Rismiller, Jr., Jigger James, and Ken Lawrence Bart and Anne Putnam with Vicki […]

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Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Mullin!

Courtney Elizabeth Frantz and James Zachariah Mullin were married on May 23rd at the Mill Creek Community Church. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Gilbert Bainter of Derby, Kansas, and Mr. and Mrs. Leeland Amos Frantz of Mulvane, Kansas. Courtney is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Vernon John Gericke of […]

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FuzzyFotosKC

FuzzyFotosKC is a photo contest featuring fuzzy, feathered and furry friends. Contestants work in creative ways to inspire friends, family, colleagues, and the animal loving public to cast a vote for their team. Each dollar counts as one vote, and all of the proceeds will support the lifesaving work of the Kansas City CARE Clinic […]

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Tails Of Our Town – Trevor Gantt & Coco

Eight-year-old Trevor Gantt loves feeding and walking his new friend, Coco. Trevor and Coco are a perfect match and go everywhere together. We know that this happy pair is enjoying the dog days of summer! Also featured in the August 8, 2015 issue of The Independent

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Congratulations, Anne & Michael!

Mr. and Mrs. James Richard Slaughter of Fairway are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Anne Manion Slaughter, to Michael Clark Hinckley, Jr., the son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Clark Hinckley of Cincinnati, Ohio. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mr. James Langwith Manion of St. Louis, Missouri, and the late Mrs. […]

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Powell Gardens – Under a Blue Moon

Diane Phillips and Larry McMullen served as co-chairmen of the 12th annual Under a Blue Moon Garden Party and Rare Plant Auction, “Blue Moon Over Cuba,” on June 7th at Powell Gardens. Partygoers dressed in their best Cuban attire and enjoyed delicious fare from Lon Lane’s Inspired Occasions and silent and live auctions. Peter and […]

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JLKCMO – Holiday Mart

The Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri’s 28th annual Holiday Mart will take place at Bartle Hall from October 22nd through the 25th. Shayla Hammeke and Katie Minnis are the co-chairmen. Proceeds help the JLKCMO to continue its legacy of giving funds and volunteer hours to Our Town. Shayla Hammeke and Katie Minnis, co-chairmen   Also […]

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In The Spotlight – Rachel Sexton

On June 1st, Rachel Sexton started serving as president of the Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri. Rachel is thrilled to be part of an organization that is developing women leaders by giving them significant volunteer opportunities. She is the chief operating officer of VPR Companies. Rachel and her husband, Brian King, have three children, […]

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