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Multitasking might feel good, but working on autopilot isn’t actually productive in the present (Holistic Hustle)

By Tommy Felts / June 6, 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. Similar to stress and anxiety (we’ll tackle that next month), mindfulness and meditation…

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Community Builders to Watch: Jackie Nguyen unites emerging businesses behind a common flag — Kansas City

By Tommy Felts / June 1, 2023

Editor’s note: Startland News is showcasing five Kansas City changemakers from five local organizations through its third annual Community Builders to Watch series. The following highlights one of the 2023 honorees, selected from more than 100 initial nominees. Click here to view the full list of Community Builders to Watch — presented by Cyderes. Check…

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Community Builders to Watch: DePrice Taylor plays with an open hand, sports-infused empathy

By Tommy Felts / June 1, 2023

Editor’s note: Startland News is showcasing five Kansas City changemakers from five local organizations through its third annual Community Builders to Watch series. The following highlights one of the 2023 honorees, selected from more than 100 initial nominees. Click here to view the full list of Community Builders to Watch — presented by Cyderes. Check…

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Community Builders to Watch: Maria Flynn engineers a future where KC’s digital health legacy rivals its football

By Tommy Felts / June 1, 2023

Editor’s note: Startland News is showcasing five Kansas City changemakers from five local organizations through its third annual Community Builders to Watch series. The following highlights one of the 2023 honorees, selected from more than 100 initial nominees. Click here to view the full list of Community Builders to Watch — presented by Cyderes. Check…

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Businesses welcome KC neighbors to taste, tour flavors of the Northeast with one-day event

By Tommy Felts / May 31, 2023

Kansas Citians can travel the world without leaving the city’s Northeast, said Bobbi Baker, detailing plans for Friday’s Taste & Tour event that showcases flavors from across the globe. “With this particular tour, you never have to leave [Independence] Avenue,” said Baker, president and CEO of the Northeast Kansas City Chamber of Commerce. The Taste…

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