Shop Small: 5 gifts for the Christmas lovers on your list

By Tommy Felts | November 25, 2023

Editor’s note: This feature is the fifth in Startland News’ five-part holiday gift guide — presented in 2023 by nbkc bank — showcasing Kansas City makers and their products. Check out the featured maker below, then keep reading for five gift ideas to get started. [divide] As a Kansas City native, Morgan Georgie finds creative…

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7 ways to deck the halls in Kansas City style

By Tommy Felts | November 27, 2019

Editor’s note: Below you’ll find a list of seven ways to spruce up your holiday decor courtesy of Kansas City creatives. Click here to check out the rest of Startland News’ 2019 Gift Guide. [divide] Handpainted ornaments Bright and unexpected, Ampersand Design Studio ornaments hope to make a modern splash on the bows of traditional…

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ScaleUP! KC reveals new 15-member cohort of growing businesses; touts alumni successes

By Tommy Felts | March 5, 2019

Entrepreneurs joining the latest ScaleUP! Kansas City cohort represent ventures from such varied business sectors as photography, construction, design, counseling, film and engineering, said Jill Meyer. [pullquote] ScaleUP! Kansas City provides direct support for growth-oriented entrepreneurs and firms, to include underserved and underrepresented communities/populations, and strengthens the entrepreneurial ecosystem by filling a gap for second-stage…

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Make KC Gift Again 2018: 12 Kansas City-stuffed stocking stuffers

By Tommy Felts | November 21, 2018

Startland News presents its annual gift guide of Kansas City-made products to celebrate dozens of KC makers and give readers curated shopping hints. Check out selections for last-minute (or not) stocking stuffers below. (Have more ideas? Leave them for readers in the comments below. We know this is just a glimpse of what Kansas City…

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