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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City – Match Appreciation Banquet

More than 800 guests attended Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City’s Match Appreciation Banquet recently. The evening featured pre-show entertainment, dinner and an awards ceremony. Match lengths were honored and new friendships were celebrated. The Awards Ceremony honored Bigs of the Year, Volunteer of the Year and the Lifetime Friendship Award. Also featured […]

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Crib Note – June Marie Winzenried

June Marie Winzenried is the new girl in Town! The blue eyed, brown haired beauty was born on April 13th to Hillary Breece DeMuth Winzenried and Adam Michael Winzenried. She came into this world weighing six pounds, eight ounces. Her proud grandparents are A. Marie McMorris of Prairie Village, Claudette and Grant DeMuth of Guntersville, […]

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

The InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza was the site for The University of Kansas Hospital’s fourth annual Hall of Fame Dinner and Awards Celebration. More than 360 guests enjoyed the June 10th event. The awards recognized individuals and organizations that share the hospital’s vision and whose leadership, advocacy and philanthropy have contributed to its […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Dustin “Jensen” Adams

Dustin “Jensen” Adams is a member of the Centurions, Class of 2014. Jensen works for the Kansas City Public Schools in a newly created role as the districtwide Energy and Sustainability Manager. For the last decade, he has worked with federal, state and local government and regional energy utilities to administer innovative energy-efficiency programs. He […]

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Liberty Hospital Foundation – Twilight at the TreeHouse

Ray Brock was honored with the O’Dell Award for Philanthropy at Liberty Hospital Foundation’s Twilight at the TreeHouse on June 13th. The sixth annual event, a benefit for the TreeHouse as well as the Foundation’s mission-based funds, was held on the lawn of Liberty Hospital’s hospitality home. The TreeHouse was established to serve as a […]

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The Jewel Ball – Great Gatsby Party

June 14th was the date for a Great Gatsby Party for Jewel Ball debutantes, gentlemen and escorts at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Emilie Bruyère, Anna Frame, Katherine Higdon, Kelly Love, Jackie McGee, Tiernan Shank, Sarah Spradling, Hannah Tutera, and Brennan Williams were the hosts. Also featured in the July 26th […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Heidi Kalin Whitehill

Heidi Kalin Whitehill is a wonderful asset to the Notre Dame de Sion School community. Heidi and her husband, Ethan, are the parents of two sons at the Grade School campus. Heidi was co-chairman for this year’s annual Book Fair and helped coordinate the Battle of the Books. In addition, Heidi was co-chairman of the […]

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Gilda’s Club Kansas City – Gilda’s Night with a View

September 27th is the date for Gilda’s Club Kansas City’s Gilda’s Night with a View. Savory sweets and treats and a unique live auction will be featured. Michelle and Joshua Kurzban, who are serving as the chairmen, have both been impacted by cancer and are excited to help others in Our Town, so that no […]

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Rising Star Reflections – Brandon Fancher

Brandon Fancher is serving as the board president of the Children’s Mercy Cancer Center Auxiliary as well as volunteering at the Big Slick Celebrity Weekend. He has been involved in a variety of roles with Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics. He is very proud to call Our Town his home. Brandon is a Rising Star, […]

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Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary – Spring Luncheon

Milburn Country Club was the place for the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary’s Annual Spring Luncheon on May 21st. Guest Speaker Shannon Hodge brought a new perspective on ways of looking at food in her presentation, “Stop the Food Fight.” Ralph Wrobley and his son, Kirk Wrobley, presented Kay Roscoe with the Madeline C. Wrobley Volunteering […]

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Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri – Julie Randolph

Julie Randolph is honored to serve as the president of the Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri, during the 2014-2015 year.  Holiday Mart, the League’s largest fundraiser, will be held at Bartle Hall from October 16th through the 19th. A celebration of the fifth and final year of the League’s community impact area focuses on […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Dorothy Claussen & Ernestine White

Twice a week, Dorothy Claussen and Ernestine White cook lunch for the National Parkinson Foundation Heartland’s Wellness Classes for up to 25 people each time. They also are full-time caregivers to their spouses who have Parkinson’s. Susan Varner, who has Parkinson’s and multiple system atrophy (MSA), volunteers at least once a week in the office […]

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The Kansas City Club – Kansas City Conversations

The Kansas City Club recently held a Kansas City Conversations event. Members and guests enjoyed socializing and a delicious lunch. Dr. Matthew Naylor, National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial; was the featured speaker.  Also featured in the July 12th issue of The Independent  Ken Ragan, Dr. Matthew Naylor, featured speaker; Bryan Flanagan, Kansas […]

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Tails of Our Town – Mr. Wilson

Emma Lodder and her family recently adopted Mr. Wilson from Great Plains SPCA’s I Like Big Mutts…and Cats Adoption event. Emma enjoys snuggling with Mr. Wilson, and he often naps in her toy crib!  Also featured in the July 12th issue of The Independent   

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Women’s Foundation – Golf Classic

The Women’s Foundation’s 15th Annual Golf Classic will take place on August 25th at Oakwood Country Club. Valerie Coyazo and Sharon Cruz are serving as co-chairmen of this 18-hole, all-women tournament. Also featured in the July 12th issue of The Independent  Valerie Coyazo and Sharon Cruz, co-chairmen  

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In the Spotlight – Kansas City Young Matrons

The Kansas City Young Matrons’ new president is Peggy Beal. Peggy has been a member of KCYM since 2004, and has held many positions including president-elect, director of administration, director of programs, treasurer, and project coordinator for the Gillis Christmas Store. KCYM’s Do You Believe in Magic? Gala will be held on January 24th at […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Joshua Brewster

Joshua Brewster grew up in Our Town and graduated with a bachelor of arts degree in communications from Saint Louis University and earned an MBA from Rockhurst University. He works at Trozzolo Communications Group as account vice president. Joshua is a member of the Centurions, Class of 2014. He volunteers at St. Elizabeth School and […]

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The Kansas City Symphony Alliance – 45th Symphony Designers’ Showhouse

The Designers of the 45th Symphony Designers’ Showhouse were celebrated recently at the Designers’ Toast Party 2014. The Kansas City Symphony Alliance has hosted the longest-running, continuous Showhouse event in the country. This year’s stunning design work was featured at 1246 West 59th Street. Also featured in the June 12, 2014 issue of The Independent […]

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Wayside Waifs – Fur Ball Gala

May 10th was the date for Wayside Waifs annual Fur Ball Gala at the Overland Park Convention Center. The score card of fun included an all-star “tail”gate, dinner, silent and live auctions, and adorable puppies and kittens. More than 1,000 guests attended the sold-out baseball themed event, “Our Waifs Are in a League of Their […]

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Johnson County Community College Foundation -Some Enchanted Evening

The Johnson County Community College Foundation’s 28th annual Some Enchanted Evening will be held on November 8th at the Overland Park Marriott Hotel. Gary Morsch will be honored as the Johnson Countian of the Year. Mary Birch is the chairman of the event that will feature a gourmet dinner, entertainment and dancing. Proceeds will support […]

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Off to College – Class of 2014

Join us in our proud send-off to the Class of 2014. We wish the best to these fantastic students as they start their exciting journeys around the country this fall. Also featured in the July 12th issue of The Independent  Grant Forsee, Vanderbilt University; Teddy Thum, Yale University; and Brendan McCann, The University of Kansas […]

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