The Independent hosted a Holiday Soirée on December 10th and 11th. Guests enjoyed fabulous shopping from local vendors, tasty treats and holiday cheer. Local charities dropped business cards into a hat for the chance to win a portion of the sales. The lucky winners were Phoenix Family and Variety Children’s Charity. A great time was […]
Read MoreMr. Martin and Dr. Lucinda Vogtsberger of Columbus, Ohio, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsay Sears Vogtsberger, to Niles Ericsson Jager, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Thor Jager of Mission Hills. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mrs. Henry Vogtsberger of Bowling Green, Ohio, and the late Dr. Vogtsberger […]
Read MoreA darling baby boy named Boden Kendall Schoenthaler arrived on November 10th to proud parents Kimberly Wilkerson and Chad Schoenthaler of Fairway. Bode joins his big sister Emmaline Elise, age four. This young fellow weighed eight pounds, one ounce and was 20 inches long. Bode has blue eyes and brown hair. His grandparents are Adrienne […]
Read MoreA blue bundle of joy named Thomas Richard Maughan was born on September 2nd to proud parents Lacey and Kevin Maughan of Telluride, Colorado. Thomas weighed eight pounds, three ounces and was 21 inches long. He has blue eyes and blond hair. Thomas’ delighted grandparents are Ginger and Dick Owen of Mission Hills and Susan […]
Read MoreRetired people, college interns, teens fulfilling community service for school credit, master gardeners, and master naturalists all find a place to volunteer at Powell Gardens. It takes a lot of people working hard and having fun at the same time to make Powell Gardens the beautiful place it is. Julia Hunter Graves drove the Heartland […]
Read MoreThe Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is deeply grateful to Deb Grimes and Ken Selzer for their dedication and support for more than 12 years. Deb and Ken have supported the Kansas City Shoot for the Cure since its inception as sponsors and committee members and served as event co-chairmen for five years. The twosome are longtime […]
Read MoreThe Woodworth Family were the honorary chairmen, and Julie and Rob Heise served as chairmen of the United For Kids Gala, “A New Dimension of Hope.” The November 6th event was held at the Overland Park Convention Center and benefited KidsTLC. Brian Mattis, Max Miller, Claire Tunakan, Jon and Sharon Tunakan, Mary Tunakan, Elise Tunakan, […]
Read MoreRachel Merlo is a member of the Centurions, class of 2016 and is co-chairman of the Entrepreneurship Task Force and serves on the community leadership committee. She especially enjoys volunteering at the Downtown Outreach kitchen. Rachel will be the co-chairman of the ArtsKC Annual Awards Luncheon. She is the community impact manager for Google Kansas […]
Read MoreNovember 13th was The March of Dimes’ Nurse of the Year Awards at the Overland Park Sheraton. Tammy Peterman, The University of Kansas Hospital; served as chairman. Awards were presented to 22 exceptional nurses from a variety of practice settings. Chairman Tammy Peterman, Thomas Button, Truman Medical Center, Quality Management Nurse of the Year; and […]
Read MoreApril 29th is the date for the ninth annual Books & Boutiques at the Overland Park Convention Center. Toni and Dr. Tony Zink and Kathy Richman-Wallace and Travis Wallace are the co-chairmen, and Lesley Stahl, CBS News’ 60 Minutes; is the keynote speaker. Proceeds support the care and comfort for patients and families at Saint […]
Read MoreThe annual Mistletoe Party, hosted by the Kansas City Young Matrons, took place on December 5th at Hallbrook Country Club. Guests enjoyed cocktails, a sumptuous dinner buffet and dancing. Shea Dixon and Jane Webster served as co-chairmen. Social Chairman Jo Anne and Bill Dondlinger John and Mary Campbell with Susan and Mike Gangel Bill and […]
Read MoreThe 21st annual Sugar Plum Fairy Children’s Ball took place on December 5th at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. After the festive luncheon, guests enjoyed the Kansas City Ballet’s magnificent Nutcracker. Kris Marriott Calovich was the chairman. Michelle Davidson and Stella Bratcher Emcee Christa Dubill addressed the guests. Additional photos also featured […]
Read MoreNovember 5th was the date for The International Relations Council’s 32nd Annual Awards Banquet. Henry Bloch and Noel Lateef were honored at the event that celebrated the 60th anniversary of the organization. Anna Lambertson, International Relations Council; Noel Lateef, honoree; and Joy Stevenson Audience members enjoyed the banquet. Also featured in the January 9, 2016 […]
Read MoreDecember 2nd was the date for the Lyric Opera Circle’s Holiday Luncheon at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. Janet Bjerke and Jane Webster served as co-chairmen. Sara Bower Youngblood and Barbara Spilker Fran Gerritz, Sherilyn Seitz, Juliette Singer, and Michelle Fasel Amy Embry, Rachael Sabates and Susan Bubb Additional photos featured in the […]
Read MoreNovember 21st was the date for the Harvest Ball Society’s 2015 Harvest Ball at Bartle Hall. Ten VICTORY Honorees were celebrated for their community service, leadership and scholarship. Artist Paul Eade created a painting for the live auction that was a tribute to the Kansas City Royals. President Christine Evans Additional photos also featured in […]
Read MoreAshley and Ramin Cherafat were the chairmen of Johnson County Community College Foundation’s Some Enchanted Evening. The November 14th event was held at the Overland Park Marriott. The Johnson Countian of the Year award was presented to Dr. Mary Davidson Cohen. Trustee Greg Musil with Wanda and Steve Wilkinson Alicia and Lynn Mitchelson, Christi and […]
Read MorePage Branton Reed (Mrs. Bruce Alan Reed) will serve as the chairman of the 2016 Jewel Ball, to be held on June 18th at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Page is the daughter of Mrs. William Coleman Branton and the late Mr. Branton. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Leon […]
Read MoreLinda Hanson and Steve Edwards served as co-chairmen of The Women’s Foundation’s Annual Luncheon on December 4th at the Sheraton Crown Center Exhibit Hall. Guests enjoyed lunch and a lively presentation by Featured Speaker Arianna Huffington, Huffington Post Media Group. Anab Abdulahi, advisory committee member; Brenda Lowe, Mamie Hughes, advisory committee member; and Michelle Watley […]
Read MoreDr. and Mrs. Lawrence Albani of Parkville, Missouri, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Elizabeth Kay Albani, to Patrick Cole McGregor, the son of Dr. and Mrs. Patrick McGregor of Liberty, Missouri. The bride-to-be is a graduate of Saint Pius X High School in Our Town. Liz earned a bachelor of science […]
Read MoreA smiling bundle of joy named Channing Swift Tyson was born on August 12th to Blair and Truss Tyson of Prairie Village. The blue-eyed, brown-haired beauty weighed seven pounds, 14 ounces and was 21 and one quarter inches long. Channing’s proud grandparents are Deborah and Kenneth Lawrence of Mission Hills, Karen Hudnall of Overland Park […]
Read MoreFebruary 20th is the date for Children’s Mercy’s 12th annual Red Hot Night at the Kansas City Convention Center. Christy and Bill Gautreaux and Gisele and Brad Sprong are serving as the honorary co-chairmen, and Bryan Andres and Steve Peppes are serving as co-chairmen. Honorary Co-chairmen Brad and Gisele Sprong and Christy and Bill […]
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