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Teen racer has drive to make a difference

m.kansascity.com — Teen racer has drive to make a difference Posted: 05/24/2012 12:32 AM By SAM MELLINGER The Kansas City Star Tyler Nelson is 15 years old and wears silver braces and Super Mario high-tops. He is 5 feet 2 and weighs 105 pounds even though he eats like a garbage disposal.
Jeff Rosen Sports Editor, Kansas City Star @jeff_rosen88
Hey kids, what are YOU doing for summer vacation? ... From @Mellinger (he even snapped the d*mn photo!) http://t.co/UBM4DDbZ

Sobriety checkpoint planned in KC this weekend

kansascity.com — Kansas City police announced they will conduct a sobriety checkpoint sometime this weekend at a location known for alcohol-related crashes or arrests. The checkpoint will take place sometime between Friday night and Sunday night. Signs will notify motorists of the checkpoint.
Bob Cronkleton Multimedia Web Reporter, Kansas City Star @cronkb
Sobriety checkpoint planned in KC this weekend http://t.co/2mldI50l #kcnews #news

Iran nuclear talks snag over dueling demands

kansascity.com — Iran and six world powers exchanged dueling proposals Wednesday in a tug of war over Tehran's nuclear program that pits international concerns about the Islamic Republic's potential to build atomic weapons against enforcing crippling sanctions on its people. The daylong back-and-forth in Baghdad focused largely on whether the current enrichment level of Iran's uranium production is a red line the U.S.
Scott Peterson Istanbul Bureau Chief, Christian Science Monitor @peterson__scott
RT @GarethPorter: AP: #Iran agreed2 Parchin visit to avoid sanctions,but Amano dropping demand4 visit1st made agmt poss http://t.co/F1NY1Y7O
Lara Jakes Baghdad Correspondent, Associated Press @larajakesAP
#AP: Tug of war between weapon threats, crippling sanctions snarl #Iran nuclear talks http://t.co/mML4t2eD #P5plus1
Lara Jakes Baghdad Correspondent, Associated Press @larajakesAP
#AP: #Iran nuclear talks snag over dueling demands - http://t.co/kuTNCzlP: http://t.co/mML4t2eD
Scott Peterson Istanbul Bureau Chief, Christian Science Monitor @peterson__scott
RT @larajakesAP: #AP: #Iran nuclear talks snag over dueling demands - http://t.co/BoUvUkqm: http://t.co/4OALFeyY #p5plus1

Sporting News: Livestrong could host more Open Cup games (provided KC advance)

kansascity.com — If Sporting Kansas City gets past Orlando City SC next week and advance to the fourth round of the U.S. Open Cup, that match will be held at Livestrong Sporting Park on June 5. The opponent would be the winner of the Colorado Rapids-Tampa Bay Rowdies match.* *Those with good memories know the perils of speculating wins against USL Pro teams in the Open Cup.
Charles Gooch Soccer Blog Editor, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @TheFull90
Sporting News: Livestrong could host more Open Cup games (provided KC advance) http://t.co/JYNi8v8m

TCU AD: ACC schools want in Big 12

kansascity.com — An athletic director who knows the Big 12 landscape confirmed interest by Florida State, Clemson and Miami, Fla., in the Big 12 on Wednesday. Techincally, TCU won't be a Big 12 member until summer, but, hey, the Horned Frogs logo hangs in the league office in Irving, Tex., and Del Conte, like West Virginia's Oliver Luck, has been to the league meetings (and will be in Kansas City next week), so he possesses knowledge.
Rustin C. Dodd Sports Reporter, Kansas City Star @rustindodd
RT @BlairKerkhoff: TCU AD: ACC schools have shown interest in Big 12 http://t.co/3POInmuF
Blair Kerkhoff College Sports Columnist, Kansas City Star @BlairKerkhoff
TCU AD: ACC schools have shown interest in Big 12 http://t.co/3POInmuF

A KC tale: five wrecks, shots fired, DUI suspected, marijuana found

kansascity.com — A suspected drunken driver allegedly rear-ended and side-swiped three vehicles in Kansas City Tuesday night before a hit-and-run victim followed him and ended up shooting at him. The incident began about 8:15 p.m. near 99th Street and Blue Ridge Boulevard, where the suspect rear-ended a driver who had slowed to turn.
Sam Mellinger Sports Columnist, Kansas City Star @mellinger
Well, since @getnickwright is no longer around to do it, I will just this once: #DoBetterKC http://t.co/cawp6HQq

Mitt Romney slams Obama, teachers unions

kansascity.com — Mitt Romney launched a blistering attack Wednesday on President Barack Obama and teachers unions, saying they're blocking crucial revisions to education and are hurting children, particularly young Hispanics and other minorities. "This is the civil rights issue of our time," Romney said.
Jeffrey Feldman Freelance Journalist and Blogger @JeffreyFeldman
Yep--it's the teachers. They hate America. And they probably hate dressage... http://t.co/Ff1XyIgc #Mitt

'Tunnel to Nowhere' opens

videos.kansascity.com — The tunnel, which was built in 2005, opened to traffic at 2 p.m. Saturday. Today officials held an offical ribbon cutting ceremony. The project is paired with the newly constructed "Tunnel to Somewhere" to form the 75th Street exit. The collector-distributor exit ramp was built as part of a U.S.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
http://t.co/NaBLpsgI RAW VIDEO: 'Tunnel to Nowhere' opens. #joco #kcnews #news

Chiefs Eric Winston not sure OTAs are necessary for veterans

videos.kansascity.com — Former Houston Texan and current Kansas City Chief Eric Winston talks about how he feels OTAs are not necessary for veterans but are probably helpful to rookies. (May 21, 2012 Video by Mike Ransdell | The Kansas City Star)
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
http://t.co/D8M335mC #Chiefs Eric Winston not sure OTAs are necessary for veterans. #nfl #kcnews

Mom of deported teen runaway files federal lawsuit

kansascity.com — The mother of a teenage Dallas runaway who gave authorities a false name and wound up deported to South America has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against officials with the Justice Department and Homeland Security contending her daughter was illegally detained and deported.
Kate Brumback Immigration Reporter, Associated Press @katebrumback
Mother of Texas teen runaway files lawsuit saying daughter was wrongly deported to Colombia. AP: http://t.co/DMeGEyYu

College football should define the end game, then restructure

kansascity.com — "Four super conferences of 16-20 teams split into divisions. Each plays a conference championship game. Those winners meet in the national semifinals, and the survivors advance to a lucrative BCS national championship game. There, was that so hard?"
John E. Hoover Sports Reporter, Tulsa World @johnehoover
RT @BlairKerkhoff: Define end game, then plan college football growth http://t.co/0A3n0Aev
Blair Kerkhoff College Sports Columnist, Kansas City Star @BlairKerkhoff
Define end game, then plan college football growth http://t.co/0A3n0Aev

Why KC's complex sales tax plan is already in trouble

voices.kansascity.com — I'm back from the weekly "Ruckus" taping for KCPT (we taped a day early) and I can officially report that KC's proposed sales tax increase for the Aug. 7 ballot is in trouble. That's because the complexity of the proposal had even the two most liberal tax-and-spenders on the panel wondering whether it was a good idea.
Yael T. Abouhalkah Editorial Writer, Kansas City Star @YaelTAbouhalkah
Why KC's sales tax increase proposal is already in trouble: http://t.co/TiUCo9gc

Boulevard Brewing Co. wins Chamber Small Business of the Year award

kansascity.com — Boulevard Brewing Co. was named the 2012 Small Business of the Year today by the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce. About 400 people attended the 26th annual small business luncheon at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. The celebration recognizes the importance of small businesses to our local and regional economy.
Joyce Smith Retail and Restaurant Reporter, Kansas City Star @JoyceKC
Boulevard Brewing wins chamber's top award. #KCnews http://t.co/cslmwUIc

When Sly James turned from Superman into Clark Kent

voices.kansascity.com — What happens when mighty Superman turns into mild-mannered Clark Kent? Ask Kansas City Mayor Sly James, because it just happened to him. Barely two months ago at his State of the City speech, James confidently told the public it was time to better maintain the city's streets, curbs and sidewalks.
Yael T. Abouhalkah Editorial Writer, Kansas City Star @YaelTAbouhalkah
My column: Mayor Sly James turned from Superman into Clark Kent on big bond package. And KC won. http://t.co/PaPjW8Xb

Students give Congress a mouthful

videos.kansascity.com — Students from around the country visited Washington to compete in the Cooking Up Change contest and ask Congress for additional funding for healthier food in schools. (Video by Elise Brown, Medill News Service)
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
http://t.co/AxOocOXs Students visit #DC to compete in the #CookingUpChange contest and ask Congress to fund healthier food in schools.Video

Miami Heat routs Indiana Pacers in Game 5

videos.kansascity.com — Miami Heat routs Indiana Pacers in Game 5
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/EmYn8X6G #MiamiHeat routs #IndianaPacers in Game 5. #heat #pacers #nba

Shark feeding at Sea Life

videos.kansascity.com — Shark feeding at Sea Life
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/BVpQ9z31 Aaron Sprowl, display curator at #SeaLifeAquarium, talks about what it takes to feed the sharks in #kcnews.

Gov. Sam Brownback signed one of the state’s largest income tax

videos.kansascity.com — Gov. Sam Brownback signed one of the state’s largest income tax cuts in history into law during a ceremony at the Capitol today, and Kansas wage-earners can expect to send less money to their state government starting next year.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/6BR6DCEr #Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback signed one of the state's largest income tax cuts in history into law.

Physical therapist accused of sexually abusing student

videos.kansascity.com — Physical therapist accused of sexually abusing student
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/z9CF1NNf Physical therapist accused of sexually abusing student. #kcnews

Store, home searched as part of FBI probe

videos.kansascity.com — The FBI is going through evidence they collected on both sides of the state line Tuesday as part of an ongoing investigation.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/XWQg8Mz8 The #FBI is going through evidence they collected on both sides of the state line as part of an investigation.

32 dogs, puppies rescued from hoarder's foreclosed home

videos.kansascity.com — More than 30 dogs and puppies need new homes after they were found abandoned in a foreclosed home.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
RT @KCStar: 32 dogs, puppies rescued from hoarder's foreclosed home: http://t.co/BkdiD0Qw
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/S6zsSV8s 32 dogs, puppies rescued from hoarder's foreclosed home. #kcnews

Couple captures once in a lifetime wedding photo

videos.kansascity.com — Tornadoes in Kansas certainly are no rarity and one during a special day like a wedding can be devastating. But for one central Kansas couple, a tornado last Saturday is one they will never forget and they've got the pictures to prove it. (5/22/12)
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/qcUXU9eN #Tornado captured as Kansas couple poses for wedding photos.

Man taken into custody after bank robbery, hotel search

videos.kansascity.com — A man was taken into custody Tuesday afternoon at an Overland Park hotel as police searched for a bank robbery suspect.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/gDOJKEyi Man taken into custody after bank robbery, hotel search. #kcnews

5 hurt, 20 displaced in KCK apartment fire

videos.kansascity.com — A two-alarm fire swept through Kansas City, Kan., apartment building late Tuesday, injuring five people and displacing as many as 20 others. The fire was reported about 11 p.m. in a three-story building at 1215 Central Ave. Arriving firefighters saw heavy smoke and soon found all three floors engulfed in flames, with flames burning through the roof.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/RZMpwgQY RAW VIDEO: 5 hurt, 20 displaced in #KCK apartment fire. #kcnews

5 hurt, 20 displaced in KCK apartment fire

kansascity.com — 5 hurt, 20 displaced in KCK apartment fire A two-alarm fire swept through Kansas City, Kan., apartment building late Tuesday, injuring five people and displacing as many as 20 others. The fire was reported about 11 p.m. in a three-story building at 1215 Central Ave.
Bob Cronkleton Multimedia Web Reporter, Kansas City Star @cronkb
Ended w/ 5 hurt, 20 displaced in KCK apartment fire http://t.co/SuLPQ129 Raw video http://t.co/CCKScOpf Photos: http://t.co/ZPSWzUnZ

5 hurt, 20 displaced in KCK apartment fire

videos.kansascity.com — A two-alarm fire swept through Kansas City, Kan., apartment building late Tuesday, injuring five people and displacing as many as 20 others. The fire was reported about 11 p.m. in a three-story building at 1215 Central Ave. Arriving firefighters saw heavy smoke and soon found all three floors engulfed in flames, with flames burning through the roof.
Bob Cronkleton Multimedia Web Reporter, Kansas City Star @cronkb
Ended w/ 5 hurt, 20 displaced in KCK apartment fire http://t.co/SuLPQ129 Raw video http://t.co/CCKScOpf Photos: http://t.co/ZPSWzUnZ

Teach for America: A joy and a worry for schools in Kansas City

kansascity.com — Apparently the children at one of Kansas City's more difficult schools had seen such a stricken look on a teacher's face before. Are you quitting? It was a Teach for America teacher the kids were quizzing - one of 32 TFA teachers who will not be returning for a second year in Kansas City Public Schools, out of a markedly large class of 141 fresh recruits.
Steve Paul Senior Writer and Arts Editor, Kansas City Star @sbpaul
Very good look at the tough role of Teach for America in #KC schools (Star): http://t.co/QmtiqxWu

Google project’s success is up to Kansas City

kansascity.com — Kansas City, beware the story of Vilnius. Few if any cities in the world can rival the network of fiber optic cables snaking high-speed Internet through the Lithuanian capital. And yet, Vilnius is no tech innovation capital. There's a warning in that example, suggest the authors of a report released Tuesday, for Kansas City as it sits on the cusp of Google Inc.
Steve Paul Senior Writer and Arts Editor, Kansas City Star @sbpaul
Lotta talk, need more brilliance in #KC high-speed #Google plans (Star story): http://t.co/f0Jsv1LI

5 hurt, 20 displaced in KCK apartment fire

kansascity.com — A two-alarm fire swept through Kansas City, Kan., apartment building late Tuesday, injuring five people and displacing as many as 20 others. The fire was reported about 11 p.m. in a three-story building at 1215 Central Ave. Arriving firefighters saw heavy smoke and soon found all three floors engulfed in flames, with flames burning through the roof.
Bob Cronkleton Multimedia Web Reporter, Kansas City Star @cronkb
Ended w/ 5 hurt, 20 displaced in KCK apartment fire http://t.co/SuLPQ129 Raw video http://t.co/CCKScOpf Photos: http://t.co/ZPSWzUnZ
Bob Cronkleton Multimedia Web Reporter, Kansas City Star @cronkb
5 hurt, 20 displaced in KCK apartment fire http://t.co/SuLPQ129 #news #kcnews

Hottovy's advice for Duffy on Tommy John surgery

videos.kansascity.com — Left-handed reliever Tommy Hottovy, a Kansas City native, knows what fellow lefty Danny Duffy is facing as Duffy prepares for Tommy John surgery. Hottovy, who had the procedure done in 2008, explains how he got through the rehab process. He also describes how he fought boredom while he was recovering -- waiting tables.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/o9ecoPZT #Royals #Hottovy's advice for #Duffy on #TommyJohn surgery. #mlb
Bob Dutton Royals Beat Writer, Kansas City Star @Royals_Report
Omaha LHP Tommy Hottovy talks on the challenges of recovering from Tommy John surgery. (VIDEO) http://t.co/yjHejvyn
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/o9ecoPZT #Royals #Hottovy's advice for #Duffy on Tommy John surgery. #kcnews

Brownback signs tax cuts that gamble state budget

kansascity.com — Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback finalized a monumental tax plan Tuesday. It wasn't quite the one he wanted, or one that the Legislature loved. But the bill Brownback signed Tuesday marks a grand gamble that lowering taxes on families and small businesses will spur an economic revival instead of an unparalleled budget crisis that leaves state services in ruins.
Tom Petruno Freelance Journalist @tpetruno
Tea Party prevails in Kansas: Top income tax rate to drop to 4.9% vs 6.45%. Critics say state svcs. will be decimated http://t.co/JtcLnToU

Sporting to face Orlando City in U.S. Open Cup

kansascity.com — Kansas City was denied a soccer derby (which means in-town rivalry) in the third round of the U.S. Open Cup after the KC Athletics (an amateur team) were unceremoniously dumped out of the competition 7-0 by Orlando City SC. Sporting Kansas City will host Orlando on May 29th at Livestrong Sporting Park.
Charles Gooch Soccer Blog Editor, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @TheFull90
Sporting KC to face Orlando City in U.S. Open Cup next week. http://t.co/PVK44oEU

A day in the park for Sporting KC players and their dogs

kansascity.com — A handful of Sporting Kansas City soccer players and their dogs recently gathered at Loose Park for a photo shoot. Graham Zusi, Kei Kamara, Eric Kronberg, Bobby Convey, Matt Besler and Chance Myers show off and talk a little about their canine companions.
Charles Gooch Soccer Blog Editor, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @TheFull90
A day in the park for Sporting KC players and their dogs. http://t.co/dkj5VReQ < Must like dogs (probably) to enjoy.

One year later, Joplin remembers deadly tornado

kansascity.com — JOPLIN, Mo. | Carrying small American flags and wearing T-shirts bearing the names of friends and loved ones who died when a massive tornado tore through Joplin one year ago, thousands of people made a somber march Tuesday through some of the town's hardest-hit neighborhoods.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
RT @KCStar: One year later, Joplin remembers deadly tornado: http://t.co/qcLMluZ2

Royals come up short in 3-2 loss to Yankees

kansascity.com — This time, Royals pitcher Luke Hochevar contained the damage when everything threatened to spiral out of control. Just two runs Tuesday night after the New York Yankees loaded the bases with no outs in the fifth inning. It was still two too many because the Royals slipped into an offensive coma after scoring two early runs in a 3-2 loss at Yankee Stadium.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
RT @KCStar: Royals come up short in 3-2 loss to Yankees: http://t.co/zKA9bw7o

Royals believe they have a gem in Paulino

kansascity.com — Maybe it's best to start with the numbers. Felipe Paulino says he never paid much attention to them, especially when they said he was one of the worst pitchers in the National League.
Sam Mellinger Sports Columnist, Kansas City Star @mellinger
RT @rustindodd: With Paulino dealing, here's the story of how the Royals found a gem last season. http://t.co/uFul41GG #royals
Rustin C. Dodd Sports Reporter, Kansas City Star @rustindodd
With Paulino dealing, here's the story of how the Royals found a gem last season. http://t.co/uFul41GG #royals

Police, FBI arrest man suspected of robbing OP bank

kansascity.com — Police and the FBI arrested a man tonight who is suspected of robbing an Overland Park bank nearly five hours earlier. The man, who had told bank employees he had a bomb and was armed, was arrested about 6:20 p.m. at the La Quinta Inn and Suites at West 106th and Marty streets in Overland Park.
Bob Cronkleton Multimedia Web Reporter, Kansas City Star @cronkb
Man robs Overland Park bank; police checking nearby hotel for suspect http://t.co/V8c54F5i #news #kcnews

Brett, Bo and Sweeney to participate in All-Star softball game

kansascity.com — George Brett, Bo Jackson and Mike Sweeney will be among the participants in the All-Star Legends and Celebrity Softball Game to be held July 8 at Kauffman Stadium as part of the All-Star Game festivities. Also scheduled to appear in the six-inning game: Ernie Banks, Joe Carter, Andre Dawson, Rollie Fingers, Rickey Henderson, Mike Piazza, Ozzie Smith and Dave Winfield.
Buster Olney Senior Baseball Writer, ESPN The Magazine, ESPN @Buster_ESPN
Bo Jackson is going to participate in the All-Star softball game in Kansas City. http://t.co/Bdfp91kv
Kellis Robinett Wichita Eagles Beat Writer, Kansas City Star @KellisRobinett
Nice - RT @Royals_Report: George Brett, Bo Jackson, Mike Sweeney confirmed for celebrity softball game at All-Star Week http://t.co/xRsvTton

Get sales tax promises to KC voters in writing

voices.kansascity.com — Kansas City officials must be upfront with voters - not try to mislead them - as the countdown begins for two unusual campaigns before the Aug. 7 elections. For starters, Mayor Sly James and the City Council on Thursday need to approve precise ballot language for both proposed questions on the summer ballot.
Yael T. Abouhalkah Editorial Writer, Kansas City Star @YaelTAbouhalkah
Star editorial: James, Council must not mislead voters in sales tax, sewer bond elections. http://t.co/VxF7FOow

Chiefs QB Matt Cassel talks about new offense

videos.kansascity.com — Chiefs QB Matt Cassel talks about new offense
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/0xWPCtCD #Chiefs QB Matt Cassel talks about new offense. #nfl
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
http://t.co/0xWPCtCD Kansas City #Chiefs quarterback Matt Cassel talks about the new offense and what he thinks of the OTAs. #nfl #kcnews

Sea Life Aquarium shark feeding

videos.kansascity.com — RAW VIDEO: Sea Life Aquarium shark feeding
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
RAW VIDEO: http://t.co/wZikfY2w Sea Life Aquarium shark feeding Tuesday afternoon. #kcnews

A day in the park for Sporting Kansas City players and their dogs

videos.kansascity.com — A handful of Sporting Kansas City soccer players and their dogs recently gathered at Loose Park for a photo shoot. Check out this video to see who's more agile, the players or their furry friends. (May 22, 2012 Video courtesy of Sporting Kansas City)
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
VIDEO: http://t.co/h4AdDIiB A day in the park for Sporting Kansas City players and their dogs. #SportingKansasCity

KC needs to build on Google’s Internet, not rely on it, says report

kansascity.com — Kansas City, beware the story of Vilnius. Few if any cities in the world can rival the network of fiber optic cables snaking high-speed Internet through the Lithuanian capital. And yet, Vilnius is no tech innovation capital. There's a warning in that example, suggest the authors of a report released Tuesday, for Kansas City as it sits on the cusp of Google Inc.
Scott Canon Tech Business Reporter, Kansas City Star @ScottCanon
Reposting for a.m.:Google project’s success is up to Kansas City http://t.co/gIkZoghi
Scott Canon Tech Business Reporter, Kansas City Star @ScottCanon
KC needs to build on Google’s Internet, not rely on it, says report #GoogleFiberKC http://t.co/gIkZoghi

Camera protects Rush Limbaugh's bust - but not lawmakers

voices.kansascity.com — Gotta love the priorities in Jefferson City. It appears the wigged out Republicans there think someone's going to deface the new bust of conservative talk-radio host Rush Limbaugh. "A security camera, which was installed specifically for Limbaugh's bust, will provide 24-hour surveillance of the statue, said Trevor Fox, the House's director of communications.
Yael T. Abouhalkah Editorial Writer, Kansas City Star @YaelTAbouhalkah
Jeff City security protects Rush Limbaugh bust, but not lawmakers? http://t.co/D7k5S3e5

Smith promoted from Omaha; Getz goes on DL

kansascity.com — NEW YORK - The continuing need for a long reliever - or, possibly, a spot starter - prompted the Royals to summon lefty prospect Will Smith from Class AAA Omaha prior to Tuesday's game against New York at Yankee Stadium.
Bob Dutton Royals Beat Writer, Kansas City Star @Royals_Report
#Royals promote LHP Will Smith from Class AAA Omaha; put 2B Chris Getz on disabled list. http://t.co/pcK247zM

Sam Brownback signs budget-busting income tax bill

voices.kansascity.com — So, the deed is done. Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback has signed into law income tax cuts that are projected to cost the state $242 million a year from now and $2.5 billion or more in five years. The tax will mean income tax cuts for most individuals, although some low-income workers may wind up paying more.
Barb Shelly Columnist and Editorial Writer, Kansas City Star @bshelly
The deed is done. Brownback signs budget-busting tax bill: http://t.co/1Hl61vl9
Barb Shelly Columnist and Editorial Writer, Kansas City Star @bshelly
RT @bshelly: The deed is done. Brownback signs budget-busting tax bill: http://t.co/1Hl61vl9

Pressures to ‘go big’ — and small — are shaping U.S. farms

kansascity.com — A surprising thing happens while touring Chris Boeckmann's turkey farm, where 50,000 birds are grown each year for Cargill Inc. After seeing the huge brooder barn, after looking into a second enormous facility for the older turkeys, and after spying the Cargill sign, the obvious conclusion is that this is a corporate farm.
Twilight Greenaway Food Editor, Grist @twyspy
Why there are so few "mid-sized" farms left here RT @eartheats Pressures to ‘go big’ - & small - are shaping U.S. farms http://t.co/NBMG8eol

James Salter wins lifetime short story prize

kansascity.com — James Salter, author of prize-winning books including "Dusk and Other Stories," has received a lifetime achievement award for short fiction. The PEN/Faulkner Foundation announced Monday that the 86-year-old Salter has won the 25th annual PEN/Malamud Award. Judges praised Salter for "creating sentences that spark and make stories burn."
Steve Paul Senior Writer and Arts Editor, Kansas City Star @sbpaul
Much-deserved award to great short story writer James Salter: http://t.co/wHKcXrc0 #books

Kansas tax cut plan an exercise in hubris

voices.kansascity.com — For Kansas, the end of the 2012 legislative session did not bring relief. Legislators awoke Monday morning to the terrible news that Rep. Bob Bethell, a Republican from Alden, had died in a traffic accident Sunday night. Bethell was alone when his car ran off Interstate 70 at 7:35 p.m., about an hour after the Legislature had adjourned.
Barb Shelly Columnist and Editorial Writer, Kansas City Star @bshelly
RT @KCSTARVOICES: Brownback poised to sign an act of hubris, says @KcStar editorial : http://t.co/FJ37oefG #KsLeg

Woman dies in fire that melted smoke detectors off wall

kansascity.com — A woman died this morning from injuries suffered in a fire that melted the smoke detectors off the wall of a Kansas City house. A man who was in the house at the time suffered minor injuries that rescuers think he suffered when he escaped out a bedroom window.
Bob Cronkleton Multimedia Web Reporter, Kansas City Star @cronkb
Long day yesterday. Started w/ Woman dies in fire that melted smoke detectors off wall http://t.co/f1UxkkSX #news #kcnews
Bob Cronkleton Multimedia Web Reporter, Kansas City Star @cronkb
Woman dies in fire that melted smoke detectors off wall http://t.co/f1UxkkSX #news #kcnews

Banking ideas new and old

kansascity.com — Let's just junk the Dodd-Frank bank regulation act and its unruly child, the Volcker rule. Though the $2 billion-and-counting trading loss by JPMorgan has spurred on those who want tough implementation of the two measures, other voices are saying the debacle should bring focus on better ways to carefully watch our banks.
Keith Chrostowski Business Editor, Kansas City Star @keithc3
Banking ideas new and old: Let's just junk Dodd-Frank and the Volcker rule - http://t.co/XvcQ0c5y: http://t.co/lShiH1uK

Gymboree fashion brand coming to Legends Outlets in KCK

kansascity.com — Crazy 8, a Gymboree brand, is coming to the Legends Outlets Kansas City. The chain, which offers fashions for boys and girls in sizes 0-to-14, plans a late August opening at the center at Interstate 435 and State Avenue in Kansas City, Kan. To reach Joyce Smith, call 816-234-4692 or send email to jsmith@kcstar.com.
Joyce Smith Retail and Restaurant Reporter, Kansas City Star @JoyceKC
Crazy 8 coming to Legends Outlets. KCretail http://t.co/NbVOEnAc

Sailboat race leaves for Lisbon

videos.kansascity.com — Sailboat race leaves for Lisbon
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
http://t.co/EmOz8hOt #VolvoOceanRace fleet left Miami with festive sendoff Sunday. The next stop is Lisbon in their around-the-world race.

Legoland policy has some adults upset

videos.kansascity.com — If anyone has been hoping to check out one of the city's newest tourist attractions, there is a important thing one will need with them, and not everyone is happy about the requirement.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/Aa7zeb2s #Legoland policy has some adults upset. #kcnews

A year after tornado, Reading bouncing back stronger than ever

videos.kansascity.com — It was already a small town to begin with, but when a tornado hit Reading, KS, one year ago about 100 people lost their homes. There were worries that it would have a tough time moving forward, but the town is bouncing back stronger than ever.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Nice video story on the #tornado that struck Reading, Kan. a year ago. http://t.co/roauuWrW #severeweather

Woman dies in house fire on city's east side

videos.kansascity.com — Firefighters are investigating after a woman died in a house fire Tuesday morning.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/HbDQU6iN Woman dies in house fire on Kansas City's east side. #news #kcnews

KCPD 'missed massive opportunities' to find baby Lisa

videos.kansascity.com — New York defense attorney Joe Tacopina criticized the Kansas City Police Department's handling of the search for missing baby Lisa Irwin in a national interview Monday.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
http://t.co/QMGd1cUd Tacopina: KCPD 'missed massive opportunities' to find #BabyLisa. #LisaIrwin #kcnews

Chiefs Dontari Poe on first day of OTAs

videos.kansascity.com — Chiefs Dontari Poe on first day of OTAs
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
http://t.co/hk3pLDwp #Chiefs first-round draft pick Dontari Poe talks about his first day of OTAs and learning a new system. #nfl #kcnews

President Obama delivers commencement address at Joplin High School graduation

videos.kansascity.com — One year after an EF-5 tornado cut at one-mile wide, 13 mile long, swath through the city, President Barack Obama was back in Joplin to tell to the 2012 senior class of Joplin High School that they have been an inspiration to the state of Missouri, the nation and the world on Monday night (May 21, 2012 -- Video by SHANE KEYSER | The Kansas City Star)
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/dMEic6Tl President #Obama delivers commencement address at #Joplin.

Twitter Tuesday: Food, Royals, Chiefs, Mizzou, dream dinner guests, pitching, Hosmer, Gordon, Cassel and the definition of FHAH-ing

mellinger.kansascity.com — The Lady loves sushi, which means she loves Jun's, which means I now love Jun's. If you haven't been, it's the most surprising (to me, at least) restaurant in the city because it's a sushi place in a suburban strip mall ... and it's absolutely fantastic.
Sam Mellinger Sports Columnist, Kansas City Star @mellinger
PM link for Twitter Tuesday: Food, #Royals, #Chiefs, #Mizzou, #KState, Gordon, Hosmer, and the definition of FHAH-ing http://t.co/nrRuuAFG
Sam Mellinger Sports Columnist, Kansas City Star @mellinger
Twitter Tuesday: Food, #Royals, #Chiefs, #Mizzou, #KState, pitching, Gordon, Hosmer, and the definition of FHAH-ing: http://t.co/nrRuuAFG

Ex-UMKC instructor responds to Leo Morton

voices.kansascity.com — It's a duel in the press, a bit personal, but about an important topic: the veracity of grades given by UMKC to student athletes. As I wrote last week, UMKC Chancellor Leo Morton defended the school after an NCAA investigation found no wrongdoing by the school in changing a grade for a student athlete.
Barb Shelly Columnist and Editorial Writer, Kansas City Star @bshelly
A sad day for Kansas. Death of a good guy and looming devastating tax cut. http://t.co/fqASyPjX
Yael T. Abouhalkah Editorial Writer, Kansas City Star @YaelTAbouhalkah
Ex-UMKC instructor Henry Lyons responds to Leo Morton's comments on changed grade of student athlete. http://t.co/W8rGXrJ4

Watchdog group goes after anti-Obama pastor in Ky.

kansascity.com — An eastern Kentucky Baptist pastor troubled by President Barack Obama's views on gay marriage violated federal law when he urged his followers to vote the president out of office in November, a Washington watchdog group said.
Dylan Lovan Kentucky Reporter, Associated Press @dylanlovan
Kentucky pastor opposed to gay marriage tells flock to oppose Obama in Nov. @americansunited says federal law broken. http://t.co/F5CtOp1o

Obama to Joplin graduates: You grew up quickly

kansascity.com — JOPLIN _ President Barack Obama told the graduating seniors of Joplin High School Monday night that they and their city had inspired the world. Speaking on the eve of the one-year anniversary of the mile-wide tornado that shred their city, Obama said Joplin's lesson is that lives are defined not by what happens to people, but how they respond.
Scott Canon Tech Business Reporter, Kansas City Star @ScottCanon
Obama to Joplin graduates: You grew up quickly http://t.co/sPAUAlTX

Minor quake rattles rural southeastern Missouri

kansascity.com — A minor earthquake has rattled a rural section of southeastern Missouri within the Mark Twain National Forest. The U.S. Geological Survey says the tremor struck shortly after 5 p.m. Monday with a preliminary magnitude of 2.9 - roughly the smallest magnitude generally felt by people.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
RT @KCStar: Minor quake rattles rural southeastern Missouri: http://t.co/xFElM4J3

Missouri finds a drug option for executions

kansascity.com — The state of Missouri is back in the execution business with a drug that's never been used to put prisoners to death in the United States. Stymied by a chemical shortage affecting every death-penalty state, the Missouri Department of Corrections said this week that it now will carry out death sentences with propofol, a widely used surgical anesthetic that also was a factor in singer Michael Jackson's death.
Rania Khalek Freelance Journalist @RaniaKhalek
Missouri is back in the execution business w/ a drug that’s never been used to put prisoners to death in the U.S. http://t.co/ukxELDQ5

Woman who tossed $1M lotto ticket wants money

kansascity.com — Attorneys for an Arkansas woman who threw away a winning lottery ticket worth $1 million say another woman who plucked the ticket out of the trash and claimed the jackpot should turn the money over to the court.
Jeannie Nuss Reporter, Associated Press @JeannieNuss
My latest on the legal battle for a $1 million lottery ticket. Woman who tossed ticket wants money turned over to court http://t.co/y5KLFyPs

John Currie talks Big 12/SEC bowl game, bowls vs. playoff and what’s next for Big 12

kansascity.com — While catching up with Kansas State athletic director John Currie over the weekend, I asked him about a ton of different topics.
Chris Fickett College Sports Editor, Kansas City Star @ChrisFickett
Going through some design change headaches on our blogs, but here's a new post with John Currie and college FB thoughts http://t.co/53orS81Q

Quick observations from today's practice

kansascity.com — Some quick observations from today's Chiefs practice, the first full-squad practice of the year: 1. The Chiefs have yet to put their top draft pick, nose tackle Dontari Poe, with the starters. Veteran Amon Gordon was the starter at nose tackle. 2. Dexter McCluster may still play some at running back, but for now he's a wide receiver.
Adam Teicher Chiefs Beat Writer, Kansas City Star @adamteicher
Quick observations from today's #Chiefs practice: http://t.co/L0TzSQW3

Tornado rips through Joplin, Mo. killing dozens

videos.kansascity.com — A devastating tornado Sunday flattened large areas of Joplin - perhaps most of the southwest Missouri city - killing dozens of people in its path. Residents of the town talk about what they saw and heard Sunday. Mike Ransdell/The Kansas City Star
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
Video: http://t.co/Od3AZwwc Scene a year ago in Joplin, MO. #tornado #severeweather

New controversy over KC license fee and sales tax

voices.kansascity.com — I'm asking a simple question of KC officials today: Why is the expiring Kansas City motor vehicle license fee mentioned in the proposed sales tax ballot language for Aug. 7? Here's why that matters: Is the city trying a back-door effort to renew the license fee (which expires this year) by linking it in the ballot question to the sales tax?
Yael T. Abouhalkah Editorial Writer, Kansas City Star @YaelTAbouhalkah
Russ Johnson latest council member saying KC not planning back-door license fee renewal. But look at ballot language. http://t.co/D5oD3nnv
Yael T. Abouhalkah Editorial Writer, Kansas City Star @YaelTAbouhalkah
Is KC trying for possible back-door renewal of motor vehicle license fee on Aug. 7 ballot? City says no. http://t.co/D5oD3nnv

Basehor man dies in motorcycle crash

kansascity.com — A 33-year-old Basehor man died in a motorcycle crash in rural Leavenworth County over the weekend, authorities said today. Colby S. Folsom died in the crash about 1:50 p.m. Saturday along 206th Street just north of Cantrell Road, northwest of Linwood, Kan., according to the Leavenworth County Sheriff's office.
Bob Cronkleton Multimedia Web Reporter, Kansas City Star @cronkb
Basehor man dies in motorcycle crash in Leavenworth County http://t.co/WenOnpNR ID'd as Colby S. Folsom, 33. #news #kcstar

KC police name biker killed in Saturday wreck

kansascity.com — A motorcyclist killed in a Saturday traffic collision in Kansas City has been identified as Dentury D. Sallard, 26, of Kansas City. According to police, he was riding his Yamaha motorcycle south on Troost Avenue when it collided with a westbound Mercury SUV about 11:40 a.m. Saturday at 51st Street.
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
RT @KCStar: KC police name biker killed in Saturday wreck: http://t.co/ptpm8YH6

Musically impressive ‘Everyday Rapture’ hits and misses on opening night

kansascity.com — "Everyday Rapture" is a curiosity - a fictionalized autobiography of the actress who co-wrote it and performed it in all of its New York incarnations. The Unicorn Theatre earns a feather in its cap for being the first regional theater to stage this piece with an actress other than Sherie Rene Scott, who earned Tony nominations for the script and her performance in the Broadway version.
Steve Paul Senior Writer and Arts Editor, Kansas City Star @sbpaul
Lots to like, incl Katie Gilchrist's heroic perf, in Unicorn Theater's 'Everyday Rapture' (Star review): http://t.co/LbFKCMZq #kc #arts

Jarrod Dyson is making more contact than Ichiro

mellinger.kansascity.com — This is all (still) a small sample size situation, but there is something going on with the Royals right now worth keeping a hopeful eye on. Jarrod Dyson is ridiculously fast and getting on base at a rate around 25 points higher than the league average.
Sam Mellinger Sports Columnist, Kansas City Star @mellinger
DKTM: #Royals Jarrod Dyson is making more contact than Ichiro this year... http://t.co/lSsGaju5 #SmallSampleSizeButStill

Dexter McCluster on his size

videos.kansascity.com — The Kansas City Chiefs Dexter McCluster talks about his size and how when he is on the football field he feels like he is as big as everyone else. (May 8, 2012 Video by Monty Davis | The Kansas City Star)
Monty Davis Multimedia Video Journalist, KansasCity.com, Kansas City Star @MontyDavisKC
http://t.co/a5jM4b52 #Chiefs McCluster talks about his size and when he is on the field he feels like he is as big as everyone else. #nfl

Google delays its schedule for high-speed service

kansascity.com — More than a year ago, the world's largest Web company said that it was blessing Kansas City with an ultra-fast Internet service and that it would deploy the hookups at "Google speed." People in Kansas City, Kan., could start signing up in late 2011, Google Inc.
Scott Canon Tech Business Reporter, Kansas City Star @ScottCanon
Reposting from Friday: Google's schedule slipping for for ultra-fast Internet in Kansas City. #GoogleFiberKC http://t.co/WazZBnWI

Royals still confident young pitching prospects will break through

kansascity.com — When the cameras had left and the microphones were tucked away, Danny Duffy had one more conversation in the middle of the Royals' clubhouse. For Duffy, the future can only be talked about in abstract terms now: 10 to 12 months of rehab, a mental and physical war.
Rustin C. Dodd Sports Reporter, Kansas City Star @rustindodd
From Sunday: Story on the #Royals and the pitfalls of developing homegrown starters. (plus names to watch in the draft) http://t.co/P08KXXwV

After a close call, MU softball wins Columbia regional

kansascity.com — They watched the ball roll to the shortstop, who promptly shuffled the ball to second base. This was it, the Missouri Tigers thought, the conclusion of a hard-earned 2-1 victory over Illinois State in the championship game of the Columbia Regional on Sunday. Only, it wasn't over yet - and Missouri catcher Jenna Marston knew it.
Mike DeArmond Missouri Beat Writer, Kansas City Star @sptwri
http://t.co/delgQbPI Continuing to be a great MU success story.

Sam Mellinger | NCAA is flawed, but system still ripe for athletes to seize opportunities

kansascity.com — This is not a complete defense of the NCAA because a complete defense of the NCAA would be absurd. The NCAA needs fixing, needs it yesterday, and this is that rare stance that most everyone in and around universities or athletics can agree on. College sports produce billions - not merely millions - of dollars.
Tim Sullivan Sports Columnist, San Diego Union-Tribune @sdutSullivan
Thoughtful piece from Sam Mellinger on how college athletics works for some college athletes: http://t.co/6g4Lu2OP
Sam Mellinger Sports Columnist, Kansas City Star @mellinger
Monday link: The NCAA takes advantage of kids for profit, but kids can take the NCAA for something more important: http://t.co/Sp2rxgJG
Sam Mellinger Sports Columnist, Kansas City Star @mellinger
The NCAA uses athletes for profit, but athletes can use the NCAA for something more important: http://t.co/Sp2rxgJG