KCI’s new terminal reaches halfway point
By Roberta Pardo Construction of Kansas City International Airport’s $1.5-billion new terminal has surpassed the halfway mark and officials have confirmed it remains on schedule and on budget.Officials showed off progress on the construction to the media during an April 6 onsite tour.“I couldn’t be more proud of where we are,” said Dan Moylan, senior […]
Two More Saturdays Left in April to Get a FREE COVID-19 Vaccine!
ARMORY LOCATION ONLY! Our first Saturday COVID-19 vaccination clinic was a success with more than 700 people receiving vaccinations on Saturday, April 10! If you’re not vaccinated yet, the Unified Government Public Health Department (UGPHD) will have two more Saturday vaccination clinics in April, on Saturday, April 17 and Saturday, April 24.Both of these Saturday […]
Homeless relocated from Westport camp to hotels
By Roberta Pardo People living in tents in Kansas City, Missouri’s Westport area have been relocated after camping at a site for weeks, as part of the city’s plan to help people experiencing homelessness.On April 9, buses started taking people living at Camp 6ixx to hotels, clearing out the area near the Westport Road, Southwest […]
Personas Extraordinarias 2021:Teen boxer working to go pro
By Angie Baldelomar A Kansas City area 13-year-old boy is trying to become a professional boxer.Ricky Gomez has boxed since age 9, when a cousin of his dad’s invited him to come to his gym. He found his passion for boxing there.“We took Ricky there to train and exercise and so he … (could) learn […]
SKC’s quest for third MLS Cup begins against Red Bulls
By Chara On Saturday (April 17), Sporting Kansas City will start its journey to win its third MLS Cup.That night, Sporting will open its season by facing the New York Red Bulls at Red Bull Arena. The Red Bulls are 3-1 in their last 10 home MLS games against Sporting. The last MLS meeting between […]
Voces Consulares: What your Consulate can do for you
About 500 thousand people who identify themselves as Mexicans live in the states of Kansas and Missouri and the Western half of Oklahoma.The Consulate of Mexico in Kansas City, Missouri, is tasked with providing services and outreach to this community, and with protecting their rights across a jurisdiction of approximately 500,000 km², almost twice the […]
Unified Government Public Health Department UPDATES Media Protocols at Vaccine Facilities Due to Phase 5
With the State of Kansas moving into Vaccine Rollout Phase 5 as of today, we understand that the media may want to visit one of the Unified Government Public Health Department’s (UGPHD) vaccination facilities. We welcome the opportunity to work with you as you relay important information about the vaccine roll out to your viewers, […]
Now Anyone Living in Wyandotte County Age 16 + is Eligible for Free COVID-19 Vaccination
Wyandotte County (along with the rest of Kansas) has officially moved into Phase 5 of the COVID-19 Vaccination Rollout! That means that now, all people living in Wyandotte County aged 16 and over are eligible for free COVID-19 vaccinations. Two Ways to Get VaccinatedPeople living in Wyandotte County 16 years of age and older can […]
COVID-19 Vaccination Assistance Available for Homebound and Those Without Transportation
The UGPHD also offers assistance for people who need transportation to and from a vaccination site, or for those who are homebound and want a free COVID-19 vaccination. For either circumstance, those in need can visit WycoVaccines.org. Click on the yellow and black button that says, “Do you need a ride to get a COVID-19 […]
Mexican Consulate hosts COVID-19 vaccination event
By Angie Baldelomar On Tuesday (March 30), the Consulate of Mexico in Kansas City, Missouri, held a COVID-19 vaccination event to reach those disproportionately affected by the pandemic.In partnership with Truman Medical Centers (TMC), the consulate administered 210 first doses of the Pfizer vaccine to those with appointments. They included Mexican nationals and other members […]