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Stress at work is inevitable; just don’t let it trigger something worse (Holistic Hustle)

By Tommy Felts / August 1, 2023

Kharissa Parker is a news producer, writer, certified health coach, and “Holistic Hustle” columnist for Startland News. The opinions expressed in this commentary are the author’s alone. For more of her self-care tips on how to keep your cup full, visit kparker.co. Let’s dive into the ins and outs of depression, stress, anxiety, and burnout.…

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Beer isn’t paint by numbers, it’s science: Why the art of brewing gets its own showcase at Innovation Festival 

By Tommy Felts / July 28, 2023

When Innovation Festival returns to Kansas City next week, the deep tech conference is set to highlight one popular group of makers who typically go unsung as scientists: brewers. Innovation Festival — Thursday, Aug. 3 through Saturday, Aug. 5 at Crown Center — is expected to showcase breweries during the conference’s final day, said Sonia…

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On-demand stylist app brings the salon to your door, books gigs for beauty professionals  

By Tommy Felts / July 28, 2023

The luxury of on-demand salon services in the convenience of your own home is now available to the Kansas City community, Ruth Shrauner shared. The Poshed On The Go app officially launched July 18 after a “wild, awesome, crazy ride” of a year for the Shawnee-based founder and CEO and her team. “Exciting, surreal, scary,…

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Empowered belonging: KC Chamber celebrates inclusive workforce efforts with diversity honors

By Tommy Felts / July 26, 2023

Diversity is a strength; equity is the objective; and inclusion is the path that unites individuals together, said Amy Lee Sewell. The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce awarded Lockton Companies its 2023 Champion of Diversity award at the annual POWER of Diversity Breakfast. The event brings together the region’s diverse business community to celebrate…

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This KC sausage maker serves one of America’s best vegan hot dogs; the PETA-approved menu item wasn’t an afterthought or gimmick, its owners say 

By Tommy Felts / July 20, 2023

Wiener Kitchen has always been a community-driven venture, said Jessica Rush, which includes providing options for all members of the community — meat eater or not. “We started at a farmers’ market, and I felt really strongly about having a vegetarian and vegan option. A lot of people go to the farmers’ market because they…

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