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178: Kansas City Museum's Journey with Scott Wagner Apr 03, 2021

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On this week's episode of the Northeast Newscast, Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioner Scott Wagner joined Northeast News Publisher Michael Bushnell for an update on the Kansas City Museum. Wagner’s work with the museum goes back 16 years to when he was first appointed to the Kansas City Museum Advisory Board in 2005. They talk about the Kansas City Museum Foundation transition, trials Corinthian Hall has faced leading up to its current renovation, and the dedicated Kansas Citians who got the museum to where it is today.

177: E-Tax with Eric Bunch Mar 27, 2021

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Welcome back to the Northeast Newscast. This week we're joined by Fourth District Councilman Eric Bunch, who represents Historic Northeast. Today we’re talking about Kansas City’s Earnings Tax, which is up for renewal on April 6 when Kansas City voters will decide if the e-tax is in place for another five years. We also discuss this week's passing of the next City budget and how Kansas City will fare going forward. Thanks for listening!

176: The Jazz District's Reawakening with Rashida Phillips Mar 20, 2021

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This week on the Northeast Newscast we’re sitting down with Rashida Phillips, Executive Director of the American Jazz Museum in Kansas City’s historic 18th and Vine District. After nearly a year of being closed due to COVID-19, the district is beginning to see a little bit of activity. We discuss the museum’s In the Yard campaign, expanding programming, live music, her first year in the role, and so much more. Thanks for joining us!

175: Community Planning with Hoxie Collective Mar 13, 2021

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This week on the Northeast Newscast we’re joined by Christina Hoxie of Hoxie Collective, a community planning practice whose core focus is to provide those skills to underestimated communities. Christina has worked with various Northeast neighborhoods, on transportation solutions with the Mid-American Regional Council (MARC), and is Councilman Bunch's representative on the Public Investment Advisory Committee (PIAC).

174: KC CARE CEO Wil Franklin Mar 06, 2021

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Welcome back to the Northeast Newscast. A year after COVID-19 made its way through the community, KC CARE Health Center at 4601 Independence Avenue has adjusted to a new normal, from Telehealth visits to community testing, administering vaccines and expanding primary care services. This week, we sat down with Wil Franklin, CEO of KC CARE to discuss the recent growth and changes to services.

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173: Local Historian David Jackson Feb 27, 2021

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This week on the Northeast Newscast we’re joined by local author and historian David Jackson. He's written books about Kansas City's LGBT history and discovering his family's surprising genealogy, as well as being an incredible resource in helping other authors and historians with a variety of topics. We had a few technical difficulties, but the interview is worth a listen!

172: Parks and Rec leaders talk KC Museum Feb 20, 2021

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This week on the Northeast Newscast we’re hearing from Kansas City Parks and Recreation Director Terry Rynard and Deputy Director Roosevelt Lyons as they look forward to the grand reopening of the Kansas City Museum later this year.
They share with Northeast News Publisher Michael Bushnell what they’re looking forward to most, how the new collections will open a door to history while focusing on the often untold stories of Kansas City, and its transition to management by the Kansas City museum foundation.

171: Northeast Middle School Counselors Feb 13, 2021

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On this week's episode of the Northeast Newscast, we’re joined by Tiffany Aleman and Gina Bumgarner, school counselors at Northeast Middle School. We’re discussing how COVID-19 has impacted the mental health of both students and staff, the benefits to having counselors in schools, and the most important lessons these professionals have learned throughout their careers.

170: KC Coffee Veterans Talk Industry Culture Feb 06, 2021

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On this episode of the Northeast Newscast, we're joined by three well-known veterans of the Kansas City coffee scene as part of the Northeast News’ Coffee Issue. Kate Blackman is an experienced coffee expert and competition judge, operations manager at Roast Ratings and independent coffee consultant and trainer; Ben Helt is the Director of Authorized Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA) Trainer Program; and Marty Roe is the co-owner of Workbench Coffee Labs and Service Call. We talk coffee culture, the industry, pro tips, and even get a little technical. So grab your mug and settle in!

169: State Senator John Rizzo Jan 30, 2021

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On this episode of the Northeast Newscast, State Senate Minority Leader John Rizzo joins us for the third interview in a series with local leaders elected to state office. Rizzo, who grew up in Northeast and Columbus Park, now represents his hometown in Jefferson City. He represents District 11, which includes Independence, Sugar Creek and Northeast Kansas City within Jackson County. We discuss the state’s COVID-19 response, legislation to keep an eye on, and his priorities in office.

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