![Crib Note – Leigh Lawrence Gray](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-2.34.08-PM.png)
Leigh Lawrence Gray is the new girl in Town! The blue-eyed, dark blonde-haired beauty was born on December 9th to Courtney Lawrence Gray and Brett William Gray of Prairie Village. Leigh came into this world weighing seven pounds and four ounces. Her older brother, Patrick William Gray, just turned three. The little darlings are the […]
Read More![The Top Ten Party](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/DSC_50681-1.jpg)
On February 20th, The Independent and Nonprofit Connect hosted a Top Ten Party at The Bean Hangar at The Roasterie. Emcee John Holt announced the Top Ten Events of 2013. The 2014 Rising Stars of Philanthropy were also celebrated. Guests enjoyed delicious fare from Lon Lane’s Inspired Occasions, while celebrating Our Town’s commitment to philanthropy. Also […]
Read More![Tails of Our Town – Merle Ludwig](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-2.34.36-PM.png)
Merle, a three-year-old American Blue Heeler, posed with Brody Butler, his new owner Scott Ludwig’s nephew. Scott adopted Merle from Great Plains SPCA, and the two of them are running buddies! Also featured in the March 8th issue of The Independent
Read More![Happy Birthday, Brooke!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-2.35.01-PM.png)
Brooke Edmonds recently celebrated her first birthday with family at the beautiful Beaver Creek, Colorado, home of her grandparents, Sandy and Dr. Roger Jackson. She is the darling daughter of Ashley and John Edmonds. Brooke enjoyed meeting her cousin, Alice Beardsley, daughter of Dr. Courtney Jackson and Doug Beardsley. The happy girl shares her home […]
Read More![The Truman Library Institute – Wil Haygood](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-3.56.04-PM.png)
Wil Haygood will be the featured speaker at The Truman Library Institute’s 15th annual Wild About Harry to be held on April 10th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Wil is an award-winning journalist for The Washington Post, and best-selling author of The Butler; A Witness to History. Dr. Donna Shalala […]
Read More![Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas – Jan and Dave Knopke](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-3.56.40-PM.png)
For more than 20 years, Jan and Dave Knopke have been loyal supporters of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas. They have served on numerous boards, committees and initiatives. Jan and Dave have been instrumental in the success of the annual Snow Ball, with Dave recently ending his 12 year role as the patron committee chairman. […]
Read More![Spotlight on Centurions – Renee Flowers](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-3.57.18-PM.png)
Renee Flowers is the executive director of Higher M-Pact, a non profit founded by her husband, Tyrone J. Flowers. The organization is dedicated to transforming the lives of high risk urban youth and communities. Renee is a member of the Centurions Class of 2015 and serves on the communications committee. She also serves on the […]
Read More![Saint Luke’s Foundation – Books and Boutiques](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-3.57.50-PM.png)
Deanna and Greg Graves are the honorary chairmen of the Saint Luke’s Foundation’s seventh annual Books and Boutiques. Kim Madden is the event chairman and Dr. Patricia Martin is the medical staff chairman of the April 4th event to be held at the Overland Park Convention Center. Guests will enjoy a gourmet lunch, fashion show, […]
Read More![Congratulations, Lauren and Thomas!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-2.35.30-PM.png)
Mr. and Mrs. J. Thomas Cluen of Our Town are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Lauren Louise Cluen, to Thomas Elliot Bauer, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin W. Bauer of Wichita, Kansas. Lauren is the granddaughter of Mrs. Ted H. Greene, Sr., of Prairie Village and the late Mr. Greene […]
Read More![WIN for KC – Women’s Sports Awards Celebration](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/DSC_0255-1.jpg)
WNBA star and three-time Olympic gold medalist Tamika Catchings was the keynote speaker at the 2014 Women’s Sports Awards Celebration, which kicked off WIN for KC’s 20th anniversary on January 31st at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Also featured in the March 8th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Laura Fitzgibbons Photography […]
Read More![Congratulations, Bristol & Austin!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-2.35.51-PM.png)
Mr. and Mrs. Erich Edward Brandt of Overland Park are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Bristol Nicole Brandt, to Austin Wayne Whiles, the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. Wayne Whiles of Overland Park. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of the late Charlotte May Schoofs, the late Mr. Robert David Silk and […]
Read More![Liberty Hospital Foundation – Twilight at the TreeHouse](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-3.52.56-PM.png)
The Liberty Hospital Foundation’s sixth annual Twilight at the TreeHouse will be held on June 13th at the TreeHouse on the Liberty Hospital campus. Jennifer Huyser will serve as the chairman of the fun and casual evening. Proceeds will benefit the programs and services of Liberty Hospital Foundation that support the Liberty Hospital community. Also […]
Read More![Congratulations, Rachel and Nathan!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-2.31.42-PM.png)
Carolyn Jemelka Price of Our Town and Dr. Richard Brooke Price, Jr., of Our Town are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Rachel Marie Price, to Nathan John Peterson, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Joseph Peterson, of Norman, Oklahoma. Rachel is a graduate of The Pembroke Hill School. She earned a […]
Read More![Cheers to Volunteers! – Gina Hopkins](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-3.53.26-PM.png)
Gina Hopkins is the lead Concerned Mother for Kansas City’s High Aspirations mentoring program. Gina oversees more than 30 volunteer Concerned Mothers whose young men are in the program. She also serves as secretary on the board of directors. High Aspirations serves the social, emotional, academic, and spiritual needs of African American males ages eight […]
Read More![In the Spotlight – Hats Off to Mothers](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-3.53.57-PM.png)
United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Kansas City will celebrate the 11th anniversary of Hats Off to Mothers on May 16th at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Barbara Storm is the chairman of the event which will feature a delicious lunch and fabulous silent auction. The luncheon will honor these outstanding mothers: Marilyn Barth, Sherry Forsee, […]
Read More![Crib Note – Charlotte Opal Thompson](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-2.32.15-PM.png)
Maigan and Hayes Thompson of Nashville, Tennessee, welcomed a beautiful baby girl, Charlotte Opal Thompson, on September 9th. She weighed seven pounds, five ounces, and was 21 inches long. Charlotte has blue eyes and brown hair. Her delighted grandparents are Barb and Webster Thompson of Our Town and Diane and Ron Shanks of Delano, Tennessee. […]
Read More![Spotlight on Centurions – Lynn Price](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-3.54.28-PM.png)
Lynn Price is a member of the Centurions Class of 2015. She serves on the steering committee and is a member of the “Wildcard” Task Force. Lynn is a manager of the legal department and a principal of Terracon Consultants. She is a captain for a Polar Plunge team for the Special Olympics of Kansas, […]
Read More![The Coterie Theatre – Boots & Bow Ties](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-3.54.51-PM.png)
Boot scoot on over to Boots & Bow Ties on June 28th on the Crown Center Square. The Coterie Theatre will celebrate 35 years of professional theatre for young audiences with drinks, dinner and a country cabaret. Beth Ingram, Laurie and Chip Ingram and Jill Ingram Reynolds are the honorary co-chairmen, and Johyne Hamra is […]
Read More![The National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial – Diane Lees Event](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/WW1-dinner3398-1.jpg)
The National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial welcomed Diane Lees, United Kingdom’s Imperial War Museums; on January 10th for a day at the Museum. Museum Trustee Brad Bergman donated a tail assembly fin from a French Breguet XVI B2 Bomber. Also featured in the February 22nd issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Todd […]
Read More![Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Schwalbach!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-2.32.52-PM.png)
Mary Lynn Coulson and Zachary John Schwalbach were married on December 28th at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard S. Coulson of Leawood. Her groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Schwalbach, of Hudson, Wisconsin. The evening prior, the groom’s parents hosted a rehearsal dinner […]
Read More![Happy Birthday, Patrick!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-2.33.18-PM.png)
Michaela and Patrick A. Pearce, Jr., held a “Mustache Bash” for their son, Patrick Michael Pearce, to celebrate his first birthday on January 10th. The active little boy enjoys playing with toy balls, and his father, who is a KU graduate and passionate Jayhawk’s fan, hopes that Patrick will play basketball someday for The University […]
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