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Troost restaurant teases key ingredient to KC’s best chicken and waffles

By Tommy Felts / November 25, 2022

Tameisha Martin was tired of watching dreams go to the grave, she shared.  “Ever since I could remember, my mother and my grandmother talked about wanting to open their own restaurant. They loved cooking for church and community events. … Unfortunately, my grandmother is gone now, so she didn’t get to see this dream come…

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How investments in Black businesses can help close KC’s racial wealth gap

By Tommy Felts / November 25, 2022

Editor’s note: This story was originally published by The Kansas City Beacon, a member of the KC Media Collective, which also includes Startland News, KCUR 89.3, American Public Square, Kansas City PBS/Flatland, and Missouri Business Alert. Click here to read the original story. When Denisha Jones launched her business, Sweet Peaches Cobblers, in August 2020, it was just…

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Shop Small: 5 gifts supporting creators of Color in KC (KC Gift Guide)

By Tommy Felts / November 23, 2022

Editor’s note: This feature is the third in Startland News’ five-part holiday gift guide showcasing Kansas City makers and their products. Check out the featured maker below, then keep reading for five gift ideas to get started. When she was 14, Kyana Bowers unwrapped a Christmas gift that ignited a lifetime love. The Kyana Laine…

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Initiative backed by Shopify funding expected to boost 500 Black-owned businesses in KC

By Tommy Felts / November 23, 2022

Editor’s note: KC BizCare is a financial supporter of Startland News. This story was produced independently by Startland News. KC BizCare announced a series of inclusive entrepreneurship initiatives Thursday, including a partnership with Operation HOPE that will provide 500 Black-owned businesses in Kansas City with resources to grow their businesses.   That partnership is part…

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Shop Small: 5 gifts for someone who needs a little self-care — even if that’s you (KC Gift Guide)

By Tommy Felts / November 22, 2022

Editor’s note: This feature is the second in Startland News’ five-part holiday gift guide showcasing Kansas City makers and their products. Check out the featured maker below, then keep reading for five gift ideas to get started. Christmas Eve was always a childhood favorite for Matt Bramlette. The Bear Soap Company and Mid Coast Modern…

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