Bek Shackelford-Nwanganga
ContributorBek Shackelford-Nwanganga is a freelance reporter for KCUR 89.3.
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It’s been years since New York City's Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has performed in Kansas City. The Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey, a nonprofit dance school, hopes this year's revived performance will help expand access in the metro to the art of dance. -
This guide to some of the many nonprofessional sports leagues in Kansas City has something for anyone looking to get outdoors and socialize this spring. Teamwork makes the dream work with these adult sports leagues.
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March 14 marks Pi Day, an annual celebration of the mathematical constant pi (π). Whether you can recite the first 100 digits of the sign or simply love eating pie, here's how to celebrate Pi Day in Kansas City.
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Kansas City may have a long legacy of jazz musicians, but it’s not known these days as a destination for musical artists. Manor Records is trying to change that by funding local artists and music venues.
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Kansas City has made the big switch to its $1.5 billion airport terminal. Thousands of travelers came through the new facility on Tuesday — including some who booked a flight just for the occasion.
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Movies are made for the big screen. Whether you favor a blockbuster hit or an indie flick, living room seating or the drive-in experience, there's a movie theater in Kansas City suited to your style.
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Court documents allege that Kansas City Police threw Mack Nelson facedown to the ground, held him against his will, and wrote false reports of the incident.
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Fans flooded into downtown streets spraying beer and cheering after the Chiefs beat the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl, 38-35.
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Whether you're streaming the Super Bowl at home or want to find a crowd to cheer on the Kansas City Chiefs, the entire city is draped in red and gold in anticipation for Sunday's game. Kickoff is at 5:30 p.m. CST on Feb. 12.
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Kansas City Council overwhelmingly voted Thursday to adopt a new municipal flag. A prominent flag expert agrees that the city's current design was in need of a reboot, and says the new one is a major improvement.
