Monthly Archives: July 2007

K-Shields strikes again?

Posted on Jul 31, 2007 by BlogKC

At first I dismissed Mike Sanders complaints about inheriting a budget shambles as just more political posturing against his bitterly-hated predecessor.  But now with news that the county is borrowing $20 million and laying off 100-plus employees, no one can … Continue reading →

Posted in Jackson County, Politics | 3 Comments

Beth Low Forums

Posted on Jul 29, 2007 by BlogKC

State Representative Beth Low (D-39) will host three forums August-October on health care, the environment, reproductive health, and sex education.   The 39th District includes the northeast part of Brookside and the Midtown neighborhoods of Volker, Valentine, Hyde Park, Country Club … Continue reading →

Posted in Midtown/Plaza, Missouri, Politics | 1 Comment

New Blunt/Nixon Poll

Posted on Jul 28, 2007 by BlogKC

A new SurveyUSA poll commissioned by KCTV-5 shows Attorney General Jay Nixon with a big 57% to 38% lead over incumbent Governor Matt Blunt in the 2008 governor’s race.  What’s interesting is that Nixon leads across virtually all demographic and … Continue reading →

Posted in MO Governor, Politics | 2 Comments

Light Rail Task Force

Posted on Jul 26, 2007 by BlogKC

Want to have a say in the light rail plan? You just might get your chance. The KCATA is recruiting 30 or so private citizens to service on an advisory task force. Download the Application Form (PDF)

Posted in Light Rail, Transportation | 3 Comments

Tax break hearings

Posted on Jul 25, 2007 by BlogKC

Mayor Funkhouser’s task force on tax breaks and economic development is holding several public hearings across the city, starting to tonight in the Red Bridge area.  This is your chance to let the Mayor and City Council know what you … Continue reading →

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Transit options for I-35 South

Posted on Jul 25, 2007 by BlogKC

If you are one of the Jocos who struggle up I-35 everyday, you might be interested in this.  Johnson County Transit has been studying mass transit options for the I-35 corridor for years and years, but is now finally moving … Continue reading →

Posted in Suburbs, Transportation | 4 Comments

2007 Fringe Festival, now with more fringe

Posted on Jul 24, 2007 by BlogKC

KC’s fledgling Fringe Festival returns for its third year this weekend, with hopes of firmer foundations and fringier offerings. The first two years got it off too a good start, but were tinged with financial problems and criticisms that much … Continue reading →

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