Monthly Archives: October 2005

Boobies win out over burgers

Posted on Oct 31, 2005 by BlogKC

It’s semi-official. Hooters is indeed taking over the beloved Westport Flea Market Hearne has the scoop… Construction is set to begin around the beginning of 2006 for a July opening. A design has been created that will allegedly blend in … Continue reading →

Posted in Arts/Entertainment, Midtown/Plaza | 6 Comments

Nixon over Blunt?

Posted on Oct 31, 2005 by BlogKC

Things sure aren’t looking good for Governor Blunt with three long years left in his first term. He’s already been ranked as the third worst governor in the country and is facing a possible primary challenge from within his own … Continue reading →

Posted in MO Governor, Politics | 4 Comments

Clay County Constitution

Posted on Oct 29, 2005 by BlogKC

Is there any government in the metro that approaches Jackson County’s corruption and incompetence? Yes! It’s the Clay County government. After years of efforts and bitter political fights, voters will once again consider a sweeping overhaul of the fastest growing … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 6 Comments

Jim Rowland, new goatee and new ballot proposal

Posted on Oct 28, 2005 by BlogKC

4th District Councilman Jim Rowland is working on a higher profile as the 2007 mayoral race approaches. Not only is he sporting a jaunty new goatee, but he’s also proposing a referendum seeking voter endorsement of his plan to transfer … Continue reading →

Posted in City Council, Crime, KC Mayor, Politics | 4 Comments

School Board fires Taylor

Posted on Oct 27, 2005 by BlogKC

Just when it looked like 11th & McGee had finally lost its distinction as the #1 site for live TV news reports, the revolving door on the superintendent’s office is once again in full rotation. Last night the Board of … Continue reading →

Posted in Education | 1 Comment

JoCo prosecutor running for Kansas A.G.

Posted on Oct 25, 2005 by BlogKC

Johnson County, KS District Attorney Paul Morrison announced today that he will switch to the Democratic Party and take on incumbent Kansas Attorney General Phill Kline. Kline’s candidacy and first term has been dogged by weak legal credentials and a … Continue reading →

Posted in Kansas, Politics | 3 Comments

Recycling goes weekly!

Posted on Oct 23, 2005 by BlogKC

Beginning November 1 the city’s recycling program will go weekly. No more trying to keep track of your designated week, and fewer overflowing recycling bins.

Posted in General | 3 Comments