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The cemeteries are scattered across the county — 18 in total, with tens of thousands of graves. That’s unusually high compared to the rest of the state and even the country. The abundance poses a financial challenge for the county government.

The yearslong effort to build a 5.5-acre park to cap a portion of the south loop stalled because of a lack of funding. The first phase of construction will begin this winter, which will mean years of road closures for drivers.

Kansas City unveiled its second public roller skating rink Wednesday at Blues Park near the historic jazz district, which is getting major investments from the city. The $1.7 million facility includes a 16,000-square-foot rink, new bathrooms and sidewalks, and its own parking lot.

Variety KC announced the funding as part of its Ten Parks Project, a partnership with the Mallouk Family Foundation and city leaders to establish parks around Kansas City that are accessible to all children.

Amendment 1 is often cited as the funding mechanism through which Missouri can provide free admission into its state parks.

On the August 4 ballot, Amendment 1 reauthorizes a sales tax of 0.1% that provides money for soil and water conservation projects and Missouri's state parks system.

A sales tax that funds Missouri’s parks and soil and water conservation is back on the ballot this August. It's sharing the spotlight with eight other amendments, leaving advocates wondering if they can cut through the noise.

In an election cycle dominated by taxes, Missouri voters will decide this August whether to renew a levy that funds the state parks system. Here's what to know about Amendment 1.

The roller rink at Blues Park is planned to open in August as part of the “Revive the Vine” plan to beef up amenities in the Historic 18th and Vine District.

The permanent exhibit at Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park in Kansas has been flagged because it mentions "equity," the lawsuit says.

Parks across the state will participate in the "First Day Hikes" program.

Shakea Roper needed to make a lifestyle change, but safety concerns can make it hard to find a place to be more active. Roper teamed up with the Marlborough Community Coalition on a walking group for all ages and skill levels, and transformed how she thinks about being a neighborhood resource.