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After a record-breaking 113 days, the Kansas legislature finally passed a budget and tax deal. On this edition of Up To Date, we analyze the session and…

From the singular twang of a flat-picked guitar to the tight harmonies of a bluegrass band, folk music is more than a sound — it’s an essence. Local…

Last-minute preparations for the holidays can be exhausting. Take a break this weekend and go see an indie or documentary film. Up To Date's film critics…

Abraham Lincoln is remembered for his skill as an orator, but the president also utilized other tools to better connect with voters. His use of…

Imagine swapping your cubicle for a beach.For Kansas City-native Shawn Hansen, that’s not a dream — it’s real life. Sometimes that beach is Rio, sometimes…

Discover how a library connects two people across international boundaries, and see what it's like when your parents want to arrange your marriage for…

Explore the story behind the mysterious gnome houses that appeared along a local walkway, and get the inside scoop on a special group of studio musicians.…

There's been a lively debate surrounding the proposed downtown convention hotel in Kansas City.The $311 million development would cost the city $35…

Kansas City's annual Fringe Festival provides the opportunity for artists to showcase their talents. Steve Kraske talks with Midwest Dramatists Center…

The Academy has announced it's picks for this year's Oscars. Now, Up To Date's indie, foreign and documentary critics announce their picks to see this…