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Mayor seeks transit ideas

With standing room only on two buses that leave weekdays from Liberty bound for downtown Kansas City, Mayor Bob Steinkamp said he was taking the driver’s seat in seeking help from area cities.

In hopes of finding solutions to the increasing bus-crowding problem, Steinkamp has called for an Eastern Clay County summit set for 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, at Cupini’s on Liberty Square for mayors and city council members from surrounding cities and county commissioners.

THEY ARE SPECIAL

Three-sport high school athletes have become nearly extinct. In fact, it’s even becoming harder and harder to find student-athletes who want to play two different high school sports.

That’s the reality of athletics at the high school level in today’s society, no matter whether it’s viewed as unfortunate or not.

Kids in the limelight

Like the more famous co-host of Fox Broadcasting’s “American Idol” with whom he shares a name, North Kansas City High School’s Randy Jackson loves to make dreams come true for young people.

Special Sections

North Education Guide

School's almost out. Summer is the time for kids to have fun, but it's also a great time to keep your kids sharp and prepared for school next fall. Sun Tribune Newspapers' Summer Education Guide gives you tips on how to keep your kids active, entertained and educated this summer, regardless of their age.

Life in the Northland

The Northland is thriving. Business is booming, and there’s a lot to do from parks to theater and in between. Check it out in our annual Life in the Northland magazine.