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House Republicans are rallying for their next war against our environment. They’re slashing the EPA’s budget by nearly 40%, gutting @NatlParkService by almost half a BILLION, & removing Endangered Species Act protections for some of our most cherished, vulnerable species.

Taking on hate is a national priority. Today, @POTUS and I are announcing the country's first National Strategy to Counter Islamophobia. This action is the latest step forward in our work to combat a surge of hate in America.

This weekend at Science City, it's @BankofAmerica "Museums on Us," and that means Bank of America customers get a free admission by presenting their Bank of America bank card and ID at our Ticket Office. Sat, Nov 4, 10am-5pm and Sun, Nov 5, 12-5pm. One free ticket per cardholder

Kansas leaders broke ground Monday on the new federal prison in Leavenworth that will be completed in 2026. trib.al/nNvuDNY

A tiny home community for the homeless is getting closer to opening in Kansas City, Kansas: trib.al/BLIZ1mZ

🎨Calling artists to celebrate Kansas City's Black heritage through public art! The City is looking for an experienced artist or team to design and implement site-responsive installations for the Brush Creek Cultural Heritage Trail. Apply by December 15.🖌️callforentry.org

Sunsets at the Station and Henry Wollman Bloch Fountain. A spectacular collection of photos by Mike Day Photography.

We need to lower child care costs—and that starts with passing the child care funds that @POTUS requested, which would ensure 93,200 kids in Missouri have access to high-quality child care. I’ll keep pushing to #SaveChildCare and lower costs for families. washingtonpost.com/business/2023/…

.@UMBCLibrary maintains a collection of over 5,000 photographs American photographer Lewis Wickes Hine took of children at work at factories, mills, farms, mines, and canneries between 1908 and 1940 for the National Child Labor Committee. #NEHgrant neh.gov/project/lewis-…

The 2023 VIP Cocktail Reception for Buck O’Neil’s Birthday Bash is presented by our partners, the Heartland Black Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City and Swope Health. No one loved a great party more than Buck and we’ve got a celebration planned that speaks to the heart and soul of baseball’s greatest ambassador. Don't miss an amazing and soul stirring evening that features concert performances by the incredible Howard Hewett with special guest, Smooth Jazz saxophonist, Paul Taylor. Tickets are going fast. Use code BUCK10 for $10 off at checkout for concert tickets only. Details: bit.ly/46aM8IF

“I can’t say that I was a big Rush fan before… But I’m a Rush fan now!” Bob Kendrick `08, Geddy Lee donated over 600 baseballs autographed by black stars, including Willie Mays, Hank Aaron, Josh Gibson. Donated to the Negro League Baseball Museum in Kansas City.

A new program from HUD will offer grants from $1-10M to increase housing growth and lower barriers to affordable housing development. Preservationists and Main Street leaders can work with applicants advocating for the use of preservation incentives: ow.ly/xFLz50Q073z

This. THIS.

Today, Kansas City and the @USDOT announced a strategic partnership to finance several exciting infrastructure improvements in Kansas City, addressing a $15 billion network of projects. The collaboration will result in a safer, more interconnected Kansas City for generations.

Climate crisis-related damages have averaged $16 million per hour over the past two decades, a new study says. trib.al/Cdb6KiO

Experience the magic of the Holidays at historic Union Station with KC's largest indoor holiday experience, spectacular lights and decorations, classic holiday movies at KC's BIGGEST movie screen, and more. Secure your date-specific advance tickets now! bit.ly/USKCHolidays20…

We welcomed a special delivery to the #kcstreetcar Maintenance Facility on Friday. This new wheel truing machine is part of the new Bay 4, which allows for more efficient maintenance of streetcars. #Ridein2025

Catch a ride to or from KCI Airport for only $10! Check out IRIS, Kansas City’s new ride-hailing service. Go to RIDEIRIS.COM for details and download. 🚗✈️