Sporting KC goalkeeper Tim Melia and defender Ike Opara named finalists for 2017 MLS End of Year Awards

November 10, 2017

Two Sporting Kansas City players were named finalists for 2017 MLS awards on Tuesday. Tim Melia is a finalist for Allstate Goalkeeper of the Year, while center back Ike Opara is a finalist for Defender of the Year. Major League Soccer has announced the three finalists for each of the 2017 End of […]

Manny Abarca pursues Jackson County executive position

By Angie Baldelomar Jackson County Legislator Manny Abarca recently announced he’s running for Jackson County executive in the August primaries. Abarca, who chairs the Jackson

Dos Mundos: Volume 46 Issue 20 • 05/14/26 – 05/20/26

In this issue • Cleaver presents $1.03 million check to Mattie Rhodes • Author brings World Cup mystery to young readers • Theatre in the

Fierro reflects on Dos Mundos’ work in honor of anniversary

By Angie Baldelomar For John Fierro, CEO and executive director at the Mattie Rhodes Center in Kansas City, Missouri, Dos Mundos has been an important

Southwest Boulevard nears completion ahead of the World Cup

By Tere Siqueira After nearly three years of construction, Southwest Boulevard is in its final stretch of renovation. Crews are preparing to deliver a renewed

City leaders rally support for KCMO ballot questions

By Roberta Pardo Kansas City, Missouri, leaders are urging residents to support five ballot questions on Aug. 4. Appearing last on the ballot, the questions

County fair returns with Latino Night

By Tere Siqueira Carnival lights, rodeo action, Latino Night and other attractions will soon return to the Wyandotte County Fairgrounds, courtesy of the Wyandotte County