Recent issues

Established in 1899, The Independent is Kansas City’s longest-running magazine.

Recent issues

Established in 1899, The Independent is Kansas City’s longest-running magazine.

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06.13.26

June 13, 2026

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May 30, 2026

05.30.26

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05.16.26

May 16,  2026 

Recent ARTICLES

Nearly 1,600 guests gathered for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City’s 30th annual Kids Night Out on April 11th at the Overland Park Convention Center. The fabulous evening featured dinner, auctions, touching stories, and entertainment from special celebrity guest, Cole Swindell. Proceeds support the organization’s mission of inspiring and enabling all youth, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.

Mark and Sandy Cantrell, Tiara and Teddy Dixon, Diana Haass, and Don Altman 
Mike Haverty, Jason Roth, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City; and Bob and Amy Dunn
Lisa Brummett, Kelly Daniels, Carissa Keen, and Elana Wagner
(Seated) Janet Gordon and Marshaun Butler (standing) Meredith Cantrell and Kimberly Windsor
Jason Malcom raised his bid card during Fan of a Kid. 
Cole Swindell, special celebrity guest

Featured in the June 13, 2026 issue of The Independent.

Photo Credit:  Mark McDonald

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