Tag: financial

Amid Chaos At ActBlue, House Republicans Seek Answers About ‘Potentially Fraudulent And Illicit Financial Activity’

admin — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 20:35:35 +0000

In addition to congressional investigation, ActBlue faces a wave of departures among its top officials.

What comes after the World Cup? Leaders ponder KC’s next phase (and how to get there)

admin — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 19:56:31 +0000

EDCKC leader: Tapping Kansas City’s full potential requires coordinated eco devo strategy across region

Tracey Lewis has lived and worked in some of the nation’s biggest cities — experiencing enough to know that the window of opportunity to drive meaningful economic change can be remarkably small, he said.

Kansas City’s time to act is now, Lewis said emphatically.

‘Always in Season’ tee raises funds for neighborhood farmers market targeted by DEI-related cuts

admin — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 17:42:13 +0000

Kansas City designer Lauren Allen is serving up something fresh — both in style and in message. Her latest T-shirt for the Ivanhoe Farmers Market delivers a bold statement: “Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are always in season.”

Designed with vibrant vegetable illustrations, the shirt celebrates DEI while supporting a vital community resource — and its message comes at a crucial time, she said.

How KD Academy is redefining childcare as a pillar of KC’s economic growth

admin — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 16:13:23 +0000

Editor’s note: The following story was written and first published by the Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City, Missouri (EDCKC). Click here to read the original story.

In the heart of Kansas City, a state-of-the-art facility — embodying innovation in early childhood education and economic development — works day-in and day-out to meet the demands of a 24/7 workforce, said Myron McCant.

Tribeca Grill Fades to Black

admin — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:00:48 +0000

Photo: Anton Dijkgraaf

“It’s been like this since we opened today,” a hostess at Tribeca Grill told me on Saturday night. The long, circular bar — originally from Maxwell’s Plum, living its second life — was packed. A group of guys were huddled together in “T.G.” varsity jackets, like the jackets a crew would get on a film, and a few in T.G.-embroidered jerseys. The tables were half full, but that half was hunkered down for the duration.

Topeka startup hub launches diverse entrepreneur community (with fintech help on loan from KC’s Cyphr)

admin — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:28:38 +0000

TOPEKA — An initiative aimed at boosting early to mid-stage entrepreneur development in the heart of Kansas launched Friday, said Michael Odupitan, noting the effort by Topeka-based Omni Circle to redefine the startup journey — and who’s allowed to join it — comes with a Kansas City assist.

NYT Blasts Dr. Oz’s Financial Disclosure, While Jennifer Granholm’s Near-Identical One Escaped Scrutiny

admin — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 16:48:08 +0000

Dr. Mehmet Oz's financial disclosure is nearly identical to the document filed by former Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm.

‘Fair Access’ Bill Would Finally Stop Activist Banks From Discriminating Against Conservatives

admin — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 12:12:21 +0000

Financial institutions don't have authority to silence political or religious individuals or groups with whom they don’t agree.

How Trump’s win on DEI means fewer fresh foods for KC’s east side; USDA rakes back critical grant for farmers market

admin — Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:05:20 +0000

An ambitious plan to create greater food security through urban farming won’t be entirely uprooted by efforts to dry up federal funding for projects linked to equity and access, said Alana Henry — but its harvest likely will yield dramatically less.

This sandwich shop’s top menu item: Make Gallatin beautiful again (and don’t skip the sweet rolls)

admin — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 14:50:13 +0000

Editor’s note: The following story was produced through a paid partnership with MOSourceLink, which boasts a mission to help entrepreneurs and small businesses across the state of Missouri grow and succeed by providing free, easy access to the help they need — when they need it.

Cook to CEO: Chad Offerdahl sticks to Big Biscuit basics as breakfast industry trends funky — ‘That’s not us’

admin — Sat, 15 Feb 2025 13:55:10 +0000

Chad Offerdahl’s journey with The Big Biscuit didn’t start in an office — it began in the kitchen, explained the CEO of the fast-growing, locally owned breakfast brand. That’s where he first learned the classics that define the company, its mission and the menu.

“I started as a cook,” said Offerdahl. “I trained in the original two restaurants for months, cooking, serving, rolling silverware, and setting tables.”

Four ways to help employees build wealth and loyalty

admin — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 22:47:07 +0000

Editor’s note: The perspectives expressed in this commentary are the author’s alone. The following is a paid thought leadership piece from The Plaza Group at Morgan Stanley.

Your employees want to build their wealth and be better employees. Here’s how your equity program can help them get there.

State of the City: Combating crime among most urgent issues amid uncertain times, mayor says

admin — Fri, 07 Feb 2025 04:28:10 +0000

Kansas City’s future hinges on smart investments in public safety, small businesses, and infrastructure, Mayor Quinton Lucas said Thursday in his annual State of the City address.

Speaking directly to city leaders and residents, Lucas painted a picture of a community on the rise — but facing pressing challenges that require bold action.

The Revolving Restaurant Above Times Square Is Spinning Again

admin — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 18:30:00 +0000

Photo: Christopher Payne

Danny Meyer has experience with “high altitude” dining, as he calls it. In 2018, he opened Manhatta on the 60th floor of the former Chase headquarters in the Financial District.

Kansas brothers launch speedy trial for app that eases reentry for the wrongfully incarcerated

admin — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 21:12:01 +0000

Podcast host-turned-innovator Dylan Carnahan is a man built for talking, he said, but there’s a time when words aren’t enough — when action is needed in the face of injustice. For Carnahan and his brother, that moment is now.

“While media spreads awareness, software facilitates action,” said Carnahan, teasing the tech he’s developing alongside Alex Provenzano, an experienced software engineer, and a group of impact stakeholders.