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Chiefs Fantasy Camp

Trent Green and David Gentile are the co-chairmen of the inaugural Chiefs Fantasy Camp, presented by The University of Kansas Hospital and the Hunt Family Foundation. The event will benefit The Center for Concussion Management at The University of Kansas Hospital. Limited to the first 100 participants, the Camp will feature several Chiefs greats serving […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Betty Boyd

Powell Gardens is grateful to have Betty Boyd as such a dedicated and caring volunteer. Within the last year, she has contributed almost 500 hours of service at fundraisers, special events, selling memberships, and working in the Gardens a few days each week. Betty loves the caring dedication of the staff and volunteers. She appreciates […]

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Saint Luke’s Foundation – Books & Boutiques

It will be a shoppers’ paradise at the Saint Luke’s Foundation’s seventh annual Books & Boutiques, to be held on April 4th at the Overland Park Convention Center. Guests will enjoy a delicious lunch, shopping and a fashion show. Marlo Thomas is the featured speaker of the event which will benefit the Emergency Department at […]

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In the Spotlight  – American Heart Association

April 25th is the date for the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women Half Day For Your Heart to be held at the Overland Park Convention Center. Dana Abraham and Trish Walker are serving as the co-chairmen. Guests will enjoy a delicious lunch, health expo, silent purse auction, education information, and speakers focused on […]

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The Truman Library Institute – Wil Haygood

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 […]

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Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas – Jan and Dave Knopke

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. […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Renee Flowers

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 […]

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Saint Luke’s Foundation – Books and Boutiques

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, […]

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Liberty Hospital Foundation – Twilight at the TreeHouse

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 […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Gina Hopkins

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 […]

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In the Spotlight – Hats Off to Mothers

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, […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Lynn Price

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, […]

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The Coterie Theatre – Boots & Bow Ties

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 […]

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MOCSA – 2014 Community Luncheon

The 2014 Community Luncheon will mark MOCSA’s 39th year of service in Our Town. The event will be held on May 2nd at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Erin Merryn is the keynote speaker, and Zulema and Terry Bassham and Christy and Bill Gautreaux are serving as the honorary co-chairmen.  Also […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Ann Goodrich

Ann Goodrich makes good things happen. Ann is retired and spends her time volunteering with many organizations that benefit children, including Reach Out and Read Kansas City. She reads to the children, serves as district captain and fills the clinics with other readers when she is not able to be there. Ann’s love for reading […]

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The University of Kansas – Rock Chalk Ball

April 26th is the date for The University of Kansas’ Rock Chalk Ball, “Jayhawks and Juleps,” at the Overland Park Convention Center. Laura and Todd Sutherland are the chairmen, and Steve Doocy, Fox & Friends, will serve as the emcee. Hats, bow ties and mint juleps will set a festive mood for this year’s Derby-themed […]

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Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park – Stems: A Garden Soiree

June 28th is the date for the Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park’s Stems: A Garden Soiree at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Kim and Brad Scafe are the honorary chairmen of the seventh annual event. Guests will enjoy wine, delicious fare, strolling through the gardens, entertainment, en plain air art, and […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Cindy Marshall

Since the opening of Great Plains SPCA’s Independence Campus in April, Cindy Marshall has donated more than 2,300 hours of service. Rain or shine, hot or cold, Cindy makes sure that all dogs are walked and receive individual play time. Her hard work improves the shelter pets’ experience, and prepares them for forever homes. Thank […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Joy Vann-Hamilton

Joy Vann-Hamilton is the academic dean of ITT Technical Institute in Our Town and oversees campus academic operations, which includes curriculum, instruction, staffing, and compliance. She is a member of the Centurions Class of 2015, and serves on the leadership and civic engagement and communications committees. Also featured in the February 8th issue of The […]

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The Truman Library Institute – Wild About Harry

April 10th is the date for The Truman Library Institute’s 15th Annual Wild About Harry to be held at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Wil Haygood, Washington Post journalist and best-selling author of The Butler: A Witness to History; is the featured speaker. The Harry S. Truman Legacy of Leadership Award […]

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