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Northeast Newscast Episode 90: Northeast Middle School students interview Quinton Lucas and Jolie Justus Jun 05, 2019

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On this week’s episode of the Northeast Newscast, students from Northeast Middle School had a chance to sit down and interview mayoral candidates Quinton Lucas and Jolie Justus.

Olivia Rubio, student council president, and Princess Menyon, vice president, asked what the candidates believe is the biggest problem in the Northeast, what role the mayor plays in education, and what the campaign process has been like for each candidate.

Northeast Newscast Episode 88: A look at medical marijuana with industry leaders May 24, 2019

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On this week's episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are speaking with three members of the cannabis industry: Bennie Abbot, vice president of Threve Consulting, Charles Ramsey, president and COO of Thrive Growing, and Tom O'Neill with 3 Fold Investments. They discuss their specific roles in the cannabis industry, unique growing mechanisms, and where they see the industry going in Missouri.

Northeast Newscast Episode 87: Discussing small business success with Eze Redwood May 15, 2019

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On this week’s episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are speaking with Eze Redwood, a community builder and entrepreneur, on the topic of small businesses in Kansas City. Redwood discusses the challenges facing small businesses today, resources available, and what can be done to propel the success of entrepreneurs in Kansas City.

Northeast Newscast Episode 86: Talking Tattoos with The Ink Parlor's Rachael Cross May 07, 2019

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As part of the tattoo edition of the Northeast News, we are sitting down with Rachel Cross, owner of the Ink Parlor. We will be discussing her journey into the business, her first tattoo, her unique way to collect mementos from her travels, and much more.

Northeast Newscast Episode 85: Northeast Community Innovation District with Adrienne Haynes Apr 30, 2019

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On this week’s episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are speaking with Adrienne Haynes, an attorney and business woman who specializes in helping entrepreneurs develop sustainable infrastructure and business practices. She is the managing partner of SEED Law, a boutique business law firm, and owner of SEED Collective, a consultancy.

Haynes is speaking with the Northeast News regarding a Community Innovation District pilot program, that aims to model community-designed and lead economic development, a process driven by community members, both residents and entrepreneurs, to identify, engage, and cultivate new and emerging areas for growth and innovation.

In the pilot program, the process will be led by a Community Council, a curated group of 7-15 members that either live, play, work, or worship in the community. Each council will engage in a process to create a customized innovation model.

Northeast Newscast Episode 84: A look into the mission of KC Tenants Apr 23, 2019

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On this week’s episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are speaking with Tara Raghuveer, Northeast resident and Director of KC Tenants and Brandy Granados, Northeast resident and a leader of KC Tenants. Kansas City Tenants (KC Tenants) is a new organization led by a multi-racial base of tenants in Kansas City organizing to ensure that everyone in KC has a safe, accessible, and affordable home. Raghuveer and Granados discuss the mission of KC Tenants, issues renters face, their personal experience as tenants in Kansas City, and what KC Tenants plans to do to enact change.

Northeast Newscast Episode 83: Remembering the life of Anthony Saluto with the Saluto family Apr 17, 2019

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A crowd of friends, family, and fellow bicyclists gathered at the City Market Park Sunday, April 14 to commemorate the life of Anthony Saluto as a ghost bike rack was installed in his memory. Anthony’s family said the park is a great spot for the bike rack because of his love for the City Market. Anthony also used to work as a barista at Opera House Coffee, just around the corner. Anthony was struck and killed while riding his bicycle on Independence Avenue Sunday, April 3, 2016. His mother, Lorrie Lomas, said Anthony was riding to the City Market to meet up with friends and watch a Royals game. Karen Campbell, with BikeWalkKC, said the family reached out to the organization to discuss the possibility of creating a permanent memorial. To Campbell’s knowledge, she said this is the only ghost bike rack in the Kansas City area.

Northeast Newscast Episode 82: Insight into the Medical Marijuana Industry with Robin Hackett and Ana de Jesus Apr 16, 2019

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On this week's episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are speaking with Robin Hacket and Ana de Jesus on the topic of the medical marijuana industry. Robin is an industry leader based out of Colorado who has done studies on over 4,000 individuals and their response to medical marijuana. Ana de Jesus was involved in the legislation of the medical marijuana in Puerto Rico, and now, uses CBD oil on her son who has autism and epilepsy. Robin and Ana are speaking today on their experience with medical marijuana, the stigmas surrounding cannabis, and what it has done economically for the state of Colorado.

Northeast Newscast Episode 81: Bobbi Jo Reed opens up about her past and the birth of Healing House Apr 08, 2019

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**This episode of the Northeast Newscast contains sensitive material that may be difficult for some listeners**
On this week's episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are talking with Bobbi Jo Reed, the Founder and Director of Healing House, a faith-based substance use support recovery center that helps individuals in their recovery journey. Bobbi Jo talks about her difficult past, including harsh situations, but which eventually led to her opening Healing House.

Northeast Newscast Episode 80: 2019 Mayoral Candidate Jermaine Reed Apr 01, 2019

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On this week’s episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are speaking with Jermaine Reed, 3rd District councilman and 2019 Kansas City Mayoral candidate. We discuss Reed’s time growing up in the Northeast community, his work as a city council member, his stance on the proposed Pre-K tax, and his vision for Kansas City if elected Mayor.

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