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July/August 2015

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HOLDERS SAY THEY WILL RETIRE ON THEIR

OWN TERMS.


HOLDERS ARE ABLE TO LIVE THE LIFE THEY

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FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Summer stories

Kandie Erickson

Tiffany Westphal KillorenEditor-in-Chief

Every summer has its story. That’s what people say; and, I tend to believe it’s true. People launch into the summer months with antici-pation for what the days may bring, a renewed outlook and fresh per-

spective accompanying longer sun-kissed days and nature’s gentle reminder to soak it all in because time is fleeting. Each carefree summer moment has a life of its own – a filmstrip of memories tucked away to re-play as needed when the days aren’t quite so long and the weather not quite so warm.

We have our own summer stories to tell in this issue of North. We hope you enjoy our features – an inspiring fisherman’s tale and story about a family-owned business that proves the value of hard work and belief in a dream. And, there’s still time to schedule a memorable staycation with your family! We take a look at the Morrell Ranch, a charming and luxurious destination that will make you feel like you’ve truly gotten away – without the long trip.

Although children may be too busy making memories pool-side to think about it, school will be back in session before we know it. We’re showcasing some style options with a few student models who will be looking cool when they leave the pool and return to school. A brief history on our photo shoot location – The Heritage Middle School – may teach everyone a thing or two about a historic building in Liberty that is “old school” in the most wonder-ful of ways.

I’m also excited to introduce a few new additions to the magazine. If you’re looking for the next great book to dive into, check out our new book review section called Book Club, written by those who know best at the Mid-Continent Public Library in Parkville. Kallie Schaefer, a food blogger in the Northland, takes the guess work out of your next summer party by providing great recipes and menu ideas for entertaining in Kallie’s Kitchen. Sarah Laidlaw, a Registered Dietician Nutritionist, provides some tips for keeping hydrated during the summer heat. And, in a fun piece that will prove wallpaper is making a well-timed comeback, we introduce you to Shay Edwards, an interior designer who will be offering tips in future issues for how best to change-up your home’s style without breaking the bank.

Of course, North wouldn’t be the same without its expert features, all of which are included in this issue. We have a great article by Kim Specker about modeling behavior for kids, summer fit tips from Nick Bolton, Dr. Sparks’ explanation of how animals age, Cathy Kline’s article about an amazing photographer, Phil LeVota’s informative review of the history of fountains in Kansas City, and so much more!

Thank you for your continued support, wonderful feedback, and loyal readership. When readers talk, we listen, and we enjoy bringing you the stories, topics, and tidbits of information that you find the most interesting and helpful. Enjoy these summer days and all that they bring; soak in the special time spent with friends and family and ask yourself....what will your summer story be?

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NORTHLAND EVENTS

VASCULAR HEALTH DAYSaturday, July 18, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.North Kansas City Hospital, Women’s Imaging Center and the Barry RoomCost: $45 ea. Register at nkch.org or 816-691-1690

Early detection of vascular problems means faster treatment. Check your heart health during our Vascular Health Day event. Screenings include carotid artery evaluations and abdominal aortic ultrasounds. These quick, painless and affordable tests could save your life. Beverages will be provided.

GLADSTONE COMMUNITY CENTER HEALTH FAIR Thursday, July 23, 8:30 a.m.–noonGladstone Community Health Center, 6901 N Holmes St.Free; register at 816-691-1690 or nkch.org

North Kansas City Hospital health professionals invite you to come discuss your health concerns at the Gladstone Community Center. Fasting lipid blood test (HDL, LDL and triglycerides) will be available within five minutes and you will have the opportunity to speak with a nurse about your numbers.

FORKS ‘N’ TUNES SERIESFriday, July 24, 6 p.m.Mosaic Life Care at Shoal Creek, KCMOAdmission: free; register at www.myMosaicLifeCare.org/event

Join Mosaic Life Care for a night of fun and relaxing music, food and friends. This month’s performer is Cherry Bomb, featuring two lovely and talented female vocalists, four amazing musicians and your favorite dance hits.

QUEEN BEE GIRLS NIGHT OUTThursday, July 30Zona RosaCost: free

Browse some of your favorite catalog products in person. Grab a swag bag and register for raffle prizes provided by the vendors. Plus, you can visit the Thursday evening Farmers Market and enjoy some cool jazz at Town Square.

WOMEN WHO WINE CRAFT NIGHTThursday, July 30, 7-9 p.m.Jowler Creek WineryCost: $19/person; prepayment required. Reserve your spot at 816-858-5528

Visit with friends, make your own stars and stripes wine bottle to take home and sample each of Jowler Creek’s nine wines. Light appetizers will also be served. The cost includes the wine tasting, Jowler Creek wine glass to take home, and all the supplies you need to make your craft.

MICROBREW FESTIVALSaturday, Aug. 15, 1-5 p.m.Zona Rosa Town SquareTickets: $25 in advance or $30 at the door; order tickets at www.eventbrite.com

The seventh annual Microbrew Festival is presented by UNICO Kansas City. Includes craft brews, food vendors and live music. Participants will receive a commemorative sampling glass and enjoy four-ounce beer samples from participating breweries.

7TH ANNUAL PARKVILLE DAYSFriday, Aug. 21, 6-10 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 22, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 23, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.English Landing Park, Parkville, Mo.Admission: free

Parkville Days offer something for everyone – live music, carnival rides, more than 100 craft and art booths, a Saturday parade, good eats, games and fun for the whole family.

NIGHT OF HOPE CHARITY AUCTIONSaturday, Aug. 29, 6 p.m.Heritage Hall, Liberty, Mo.More info: www.hillcresthope.org

The 2nd annual Night of Hope Charity Auction and Dinner raises funds for Hillcrest Hope Transitional Housing of Clay County, which offers support for homeless families and individuals in the county.

MOONLIGHT YOGASaturday, Aug. 29, 8:30 p.m.Stocksdale Park, Liberty, Mo.Admission: tax-deductible donation for the Liberty Dog Park

Moonlight Yoga is a monthly benefit for the off-leash dog park. Meet in the grass, near the trail at Stocksdale Park. Bring a mat or blanket. Instructed and coordinated by Patti Stark, owner of Serenity on the Square.

ARTWORK (ABOVE): A view of the Kansas City skyline as seen from the Northland.

ARTIST: Sydney Sanders, who is a student at the University of Arkansas though she calls Kansas City, Mo., her home. Sydney is studying visual design and plans to minor in marketing. She comes from a family of five and enjoys people and music of all kinds.

If you have driven down 291 Hwy. and smelled hickory smoke you have probably been past Dickey’s Barbecue Pit. The Liberty location at 600 S. 291 Hwy. opened in July 2014 and broke records. Since then, the support has grown with great lunch crowds and families over the weekend. Whether you go for a Deal of the Day or Kids Eat Free Sunday, Dickey’s is definitely worth a visit.


NEWS & NOTES

NKC Hospital offers open heart surgery alternative

New Liberty Hospital Specialty Clinic now open

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North Kansas City Hospital is leading the Northland as the first area hospital to perform transcatheter aortic valve

replacement surgery (TAVR). This minimally invasive procedure is a revolutionary new way to replace a diseased aortic heart valve with-out performing open heart surgery.

About 250,000 people in the United States suffer from aortic stenosis or a nar-rowing of the aortic valve opening. TAVR gives options to patients not able to undergo open heart surgery to replace a faulty valve.

The procedure is performed by North Kansas City Hospital’s TAVR heart team which includes James Mitchell, MD, Zafir Hawa, MD, Alexendar Pak, MD and Keith Allen, MD. During the procedure, the team inserts a catheter through a small incision in the patient’s groin. The catheter carries a new heart valve through the artery to the heart, leaving the new aortic valve in place.

The procedure reduc-es a patient’s length of stay in the hospi-tal and shortens the recovery period.

To first qualify for TAVR, two surgeons must decline the patient for open heart surgery. “The mortality rate for patients who are turned down for heart surgery is 50% at 24 months,” Dr. Mitchell says. “TAVR gives them a chance at a better quality of life.”

The specialized TAVR physician team consists of two interventional cardiologists from Meritas Health Cardiology, two cardiac

surgeons from MidAmerica Heart and Lung Surgeons, an anesthesiologist and a full clinical staff. Surgeries will be conducted in North Kansas City Hospital’s new hybrid endovascular operating suite which features state-of-the-art imaging and equipment.

The Liberty Hospital Specialty Clinic Shoal Creek opened in May in the Barry Pointe building behind Gary

Crossley Ford. Specialties offered at the clinic include cardiology, orthopedics, dermatology and obstetrics/gynecology.

Liberty Hospital is opening this new specialty clinic to offer more location choices for patients. “Opening the new office for specialists is another way Liberty Hospital is meeting the needs of patients in our community,” says President and CEO David Feess. “Specialists will rotate days and

office hours but having the option to see them in a different location allows for more convenience for many patients.”

Cardiologists from Liberty Cardiovascular Specialists will have office hours five days per week in the new location. Liberty Orthopedics and Northland Obstetrics & Gynecology will offer specialist hours two days per week, and Dermatology & Skin Cancer Centers will be there one day per week.

“Our practice has been growing with the Northland over the past four decades,

and we see this as a new way to provide convenient access for patients in the area west of I-35,” says Karen Bodnar, Practice Administrator for Northland Obstetrics & Gynecology. “Most of our physicians will be rotating with office hours at the new location in the coming months, and as the practice grows, we may add more office hours there in the future.”

Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Phone number is 816-415-3430.


NEWS & NOTES

What to know about kids’ sports physicals

Harvest Ball Society’s main multi-tasker By Martha Zirschky

Want a definition of a multi-tasker? Spend some time with Chris Evans. Chris is the 2015 president of the

Harvest Ball Society AND is the Executive Director of Feed Northland Kids AND is married, has two daughters, likes to garden, read, sing in her church choir and attend the theater. She agrees she is Type-A and came into the world wired that way. But she would agree it is what you do with that talent that makes a difference.

“Life evolves…it is not about you,” Chris says, “but doing for others.”

One of five children, Chris was born in St. Joseph. After high school she attended Mis-souri Western, UMKC and graduated from Park University with a degree in marketing management. She maintained her business, The Balloonery and Gift Shop, while in college and for two years after she married commut-ing to St. Joe from Kansas City on weekends.

Chris became the first executive direc-tor of Feed Northland Kids in 2011. She has increased the number of schools in the BackSnack program and increased funds eliminating the weekend food pack wait list for kids.

Her passion for helping the community is contagious. But she is humble when claiming success.

The HBS theme for this year, Cultivating Philanthropy to Create a Thriving Northland, is her goal as well as that of the members.

Most school districts and organiza-tions require students to receive a sports physical prior to participat-

ing in school-sponsored sports.Dr. Alexander Schoofs, a Sports Medi-

cine Specialist with Mosaic Life Care, says the top concerns in sports medicine are concussions, cardiovascular health and ACL injury prevention. Doctors conducting the sports exam can give the athlete (and parents) tips to avoid injuries such as core strengthening, endurance training and general coordination/balance techniques.

The following tips will help the examin-ing physician give the best medical advice specific to the student-athlete.

Parents should fill out the athlete’s medical information. It is important for the medical history and family history of the athlete to be as detailed as possible about any past conditions, medications,

and current symptoms. It will help the doctor catch any “red flags.” Children often haven’t yet learned of their family’s medi-cal history.

Inform your doctor about all sports the athlete plays. The physical demands placed on a player can vary greatly between sports – for example, football players are more prone to concussions than golf players. Knowing what sports an athlete participates in allows your doctor to give sport-specific injury prevention education during the exam.

Be honest about your child’s medical history. The point of sports physicals is not to exclude students from playing, but to make sure they can play safely. Occa-sionally, a student may need an additional test before being cleared to play.

Information provided by Mosaic Life Care.

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SPOTLIGHT ON CHARITY

Miles of Smiles runway event helps a good cause

Since 2002, Miles of Smiles, Inc. has been providing free dental care to children in the Northland who do not

have access to oral health services. It is the dental home to 3,000 low-income children every school year – those who have Medic-aid or no insurance at all. Partnering with every Northland school district, Miles of Smiles treats children ages 3 to 18 at school or other convenient locations. The organiza-tion offers comprehensive exams, cleaning, x-rays, fillings, and extractions through its Portable Dental Program.

“Most of our patients have never been to the dentist and wouldn’t if not for Miles of Smiles,” says Christy May, Executive Direc-tor. “Philanthropic support from the com-munity is needed to support our work and help these children have good oral hygiene, fewer hours of missed school and improved academic performance.”

Miles of Smiles’ annual fundraiser event, Brush Up on Spring Fashion, was held on April 10 at the Argosy Casino. With 295 attendees, more than $38,000 was raised by the event as local celebrities walked the runway as part of the organization’s lun-cheon and fashion show. Emceed by Fox 4 News’ Susan Hiland, runway participants included Katie Ferrell and Phil Witt from Fox 4 News, Carolyn Long from KCTV5, Cynthia Newsome from 41 Action News, Danni Boat-wright, Miss USA Runner-up and winner of Survivor, Sheila Tracy, President of the Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce, and Missouri Senator Ryan Silvey and his wife, Angela. A local family whose children have received treatment from Miles of Smiles also walked the runway and reminded attendees with their priceless smiles how ap-preciated the organization’s effort truly are.

Since it started, Miles of Smiles, Inc. has treated more than 12,000 children in Clay and Platte counties. For more information about how you can donate or get involved, visit www.milesofsmilesinc.org.

Danni Boatwright and Christina Marlow, of Sideline Chic, with NORTH Editor-in-Chief Tiffany Killoren.

Carolyn Long, Anchor with KCTV5.

Kathy Rose, Mayor of Riverside, Jason Grill, former Mis-souri State Representative, and Sheila Tracy, President of the Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Susan Hiland and Christy May with luncheon guests.

Sheila Tracy, president of the Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Kathy Rose, Mayor of Riverside.

AmandaSuper Mom by day, master cupcake maker by night.

Perfectly balances soccer practice with her own home business.

Planning a surprise trip to Disney World for the end of the year.

She relies on same-day appointments when her daughter is under the weather.

It’s just the health care Amanda ordered

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For an appointment call:800.447.6820

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TRAVEL: ITALY

An Italian journeyBy Toni Cracraft

ABOUT THE AUTHORToni Cracraft is a Certified Travel Professional and Accredited River Cruise Agent with over 14 years of experience as owner of Voyages Plus Travel Shoppe. Her specialty is Scotland, Ireland, England and Wales, with extensive small group travel experience. You can reach her at 816-471-3900, at voyagesplus [email protected] or at RiverCruiseWorld.net.

Diverse and intriguing, Italy is a magnet for lovers of art, history, food and wine. In the south, you will find beautiful beaches and miles of olive

groves. In the central regions, you’ll find rich farmlands with ancient villages. In the north, enjoy sparkling lakes in the Italian Alps. Commanding a long Mediterranean coastline, Italy offers twenty regions to explore, each with its own culture and cuisine. Its capital, Rome, is home to the Vatican as well as landmark art and ancient ruins. Other major cities include Florence, with Renais-sance treasures such as Michelangelo’s “David”; Venice, the sinking city of canals; and Milan, Italy’s fashion capital. To really enjoy this large and vibrant country, I suggest taking as much vacation time as possible. Even winter vacations are good. With its Mediterranean cli-mate, you can still enjoy your trip, save with off-season pricing, and deal with fewer crowds.

Start your visit in Rome where you will be most central. The guided tours will assure you the best cover-age of history and your time. Highlights of your visit should include the Sistine Chapel, the Vatican Museums, Vatican City and the Basilica of St. Peter (definitely take advantage of a tour here to avoid long lines).

Travel south to visit Sorrento and the Bay of Naples. In Sorrento, you’ll find that the ferry ride over to Isle of Capri is delightful. It is best to overnight in Naples so you can do a walking tour of Pompeii. This amazing city was created by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD. Historians are on sight to talk with you about this historic wonder.

Next stop – Venice. You will want to do a harbor cruise to St. Mark’s Square. View the amazing Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace and the Byzantine Basilica of St. Mark. You can also view a demonstration of the ancient art of glass blowing. Sidewalk cafes and shopping are amazing here.

Now cross over to the southern coast and follow it to Pisa. In Pisa, visit the leaning tower, the Cathedral, and the Baptistery in the Square of Miracles. The architecture in this area is amazing. Arriving in Florence, see the Ca-thedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Giotto. The square in Florence will have many artists working and selling their wares; a wonderful place to purchase a keepsake.

These are but a few of the marvelous sights Italy has to offer. Plan to visit Italy soon, it will be the trip of a lifetime.

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Dog years,” “cat years,” “human years.” What’s the difference? This gets discussed daily in veterinary facilities around the

globe so we can draw a reasonable analogy of our pets’ life stage to a humans’ life stage/age.

We have often heard the common statement, “One year is like seven years for a dog.” This is not exactly true or accurate. Given that a pet’s life expectancy is about one-sixth that of our own, a lot happens and changes in just one calendar year.

In the first year of a dog’s life, they will develop equivalent to that of a 15-year-old person. During the next 12 months, a dog will “age” the equivalent of nine human years. By age 10, a dog is at the life stage equivalent to a person just over 60 years of age. To further complicate this calculation, there are notable variations depending on the breed or size of the dog. In general, dogs live 14 years. So most dogs are considered “seniors” by 8-9 years of age.

Cats have a simpler age chart because there is much less variation in size among the breeds. A 1-year-old feline is equivalent to a 7-year-old hu-man and, at age 2, they are developmentally equal to a 13-year-old human. By age 10, the average cat approximates a 56-year-old person.

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BOOK CLUB

Welcome to NORTH’s book clubTHE SHADOW OF THE WINDBy Carlos Ruiz Zafón

In The Shadow of the Wind, Zafón weaves a captivating tale of a young Barcelonan man’s com-ing of age in the turbulent times following WWII. Daniel, the son of a rare and antiquarian book shop owner, is able to visit a secret cache of rare books, the Cemetery of Forgotten Books, on his 11th birthday. On this visit Daniel is able to select one volume, which according to his father should hold special meaning for him. The book that Daniel selects, The Shadow of the Wind by Julian Carax, plays an important role in the events that shape his life. Daniel quickly becomes fascinated with the monograph, and he sets out on a quest to discover Carax and his other works. As Daniel matures into a young man, the obstacles that he has to overcome while on Carax’s trail help him decide what goals in life are truly worth achieving.

Zafón is able to bring this historic plot to life with his rich descriptions of events and characters and a compel-ling style. If you enjoy historical fiction, you will not be disappointed with this book. The Shadow of the Wind is the first book in the Cemetery of Forgotten Books series; however, it is also an enjoyable stand-alone read.

GONE GIRLBy Gillian Flynn

Missourian Gillian Flynn brings to life a sensational mystery set in the riverfront town of North Carthage, Mo., in Gone Girl. Nick and Amy appear on the surface to be the perfect couple; however, things begin to fall apart as they near their fifth wedding anniversary. On their anniversary, Amy disappears and Nick seems to be the police department’s prime suspect. Nick becomes immersed in a living nightmare as he struggles to discover what really happened to Amy and whether or not he was involved-before it’s too late. Flynn uses Nick and Amy and their personal struggles to challenge the concept of marriage and the traditional husband-wife relationship.

This novel was at the top of many people’s reading lists when it was first released in 2012 and it has seen a resurgence in popularity with the release of the movie version this past fall. If you are interested in this read, be advised that it does contain some graphic scenes that may not be a good fit for everyone. Gone Girl is not your typical mystery; readers will be captivated by the twists and turns of the plot as Flynn keeps you guessing about what really happened to Amy.

ABOUT THE AUTHORStacy Hisle-Chaudri is the Assistant Branch Manager at the Parkville Branch of the Mid-Continent Public Library. Stacy has worked in library and archival environments for 10 years, and is a native of the Kansas City area. She has a Master of Library and Information Science from Wayne State University and a Master of Arts in History from the University of Central Missouri.

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SMALL BUSINESS: MARKETING

When your firm is ready to employ one of the four growth strategies (Market Penetration, Product Development,

Market Development and Diversification), it’s time to scan the competitive landscape and evaluate which one to adopt given the firm’s strengths in relation to the competition.

First, let’s look at the first of three key terms we will use – the customer value proposition. This is defined by the American Marketing Association as “the sum total of benefits a customer is promised to receive in return for …. the associated payment or other value transfer.” This is defined from the per-spective of the firm, which means if the firm does not deliver on its promise of a customer value proposition, the customers will abandon the firm, and the firm will cease to exist.

Now, growth is NOT easy, and each of these growth strategies pose unique chal-lenges. At one end of the spectrum is the least complicated undertaking for the firm. Generally this is the adoption of the growth strategy that leverages what the firm is already doing well. Market Penetra-tion – growth derived from existing markets and existing products – is usually the least complicated to pursue because it involves the two key elements of the customer value proposition the firm should already un-derstand – which are its product(s) and its market (customer).

At the opposite end of the spectrum would be Diversification – selling new products to new markets – which typically necessi-tates the firm solving for not one, but two unknowns. Somewhere in the middle are Product Development – the selling of new products to existing markets – and Mar-ket Development – the selling of existing products to new markets. The choice between these two growth strategies is contingent upon the firm’s determination as to whether it understands its product(s) better than its market, or vice versa. In general I would rec-ommend a firm undertake a Product Develop-ment or a Market Development growth strat-

egy AFTER the firm has maximized revenue from a Market Penetration growth strategy.

If I were asked to recommend a growth strategy for a firm, I would first want to understand what the firm does well, and then leverage that strength. Here, hubris is the enemy of accurately assessing what the firm does well. There are times when assessing strengths internally can be counterproductive unless you do so honestly. To make matters worse, the resources consumed may result in the firm experiencing short-run negative profits! In these instances, the unintended consequences will likely be a reluctance to dedicate funds to any growth efforts.

Now for the second of our three key terms – competitive advantage. The AMA’s definition is “a competitive advantage exists when there is a match between the distinc-tive competences of a firm and the factors critical for success within the industry that permits the firm to outperform its competi-tors. Advantages can be gained by having the lowest delivered costs and/or differentiation in terms of providing superior or unique per-formance on attributes that are important to customers.” Although this definition implies the firm’s performance creates a competitive advantage, the physical location of a restau-rant can be a competitive advantage, as can the location of a distribution facility in close proximity to a rail line or interstate, or even a process the firm may have patented.

Our third key term is sustainable compet-

itive advantage, which the AMA says exists “when a firm is implementing a value-creating strategy not simultaneously being implement-ed by any current or potential competitors and when these other competitors are unable to duplicate the benefits of this strategy. The sustainability of a competitive advantage depends upon the possibility of competitive duplication.” In most cases a low price is not a sustainable competitive advantage as it can be duplicated by the competition.

To sum up, a firm should select a growth strategy that exploits a competitive advan-tage. Ideally, that advantage is a sustainable competitive advantage that affords the firm a longer time horizon in which to leverage its superior position.

Dr. Duane Myer is an Assistant Professor of Marketing at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. He is also a consultant who works with firms on the creation of marketing plans, as well as the development, execution, and measurement of an effective marketing strategy. He has earned a B.B.A. with a concentration in small business management from Iowa State University, and an M.B.A. and a Ph.D. in marketing from the University of Kansas. If you have a question or a comment, he can be reached at [email protected].

What is your competitive advantage?By Dr. Duane Myer

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KALLIE’S KITCHEN

Easy summer recipesBy Kallie Schaefer

CORN SALSAThis recipe calls for shallots, which are

a type of onion that can typically be found at the grocery store near the garlic. Shal-lots have the bite of an onion, but are much more mild. They tend to blend into the background, instead of overpower with the harshness of a raw onion. You can substitute red onion, if necessary, but it won’t provide the same sweetness.l 6 cups frozen corn, thawedl 2 bunches cilantro, very finely chopped or

processed in a food processorl 1 large or 2 medium shallots, finely

minced (about ¼ cup)l 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oill 4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or rice

vinegarl Salt to taste (start with ½ teaspoon)

Toss everything in a bowl, taste, add more salt if necessary.

Serve with tortilla chips.

CREAM CHEESE FILLED STRAWBERRIESYou can be fancy and use a piping bag

to fill the strawberries to make them look pretty. For a delicious variation, add 1-2 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the cream cheese mixturel 2 lbs fresh strawberriesl 8 oz softened cream cheesel 1 cup powdered sugarl 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Slice the tops off of the strawberries and run a knife along the inside.

Scoop out the center, but be sure to leave enough of a wall to support the cream cheese inside.

Combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla in a bowl with an electric hand mixer. Taste and add more powdered sugar, if necessary.

Spoon the cream cheese into the straw-berries and refrigerate or keep in an ice-filled cooler until ready to serve.

Summer is officially upon us and BBQ/picnic season is in full swing. Whether you need a dish to take to

a birthday party, family reunion, church picnic, pool party or bon fire, you’re looking for a few key things:l Easy to transportl Easy to makel Tastes goodl Easy to eat with paper plates and plastic

forksl Doesn’t need to be served warm

These recipes hit all of those marks. Just toss them in a cooler full of ice on your way out the door and you’re good to go.

The pasta salad is hearty enough to serve as a main course. The corn salsa is always a crowd favorite and is easy to multiply to make a larger quantity – trust me; you’ll wish you had. The strawberries are the sweet bite at the end that everyone is looking for. (Leave the strawberries in your cooler full of ice until everyone is ready to devour them.)

So when you’re invited to bring a dish, leave the deli coleslaw and potato salad at the store and get yourself in the kitchen!

ABOUT THE AUTHORKallie Schaefer is out to inspire people to get back in the kitchen to start cooking. She is a wife, a dog-mom, a barista at a local coffee shop and a food blogger. She wants to show that you don’t need a culinary degree or any formal training to be able to put a delicious, homecooked meal on the table.www.kallieschaefer.comwww.facebook.com/kallieschaeferrecipes

PESTO CHICKEN SALADIf you have leftover baked, grilled or fried

chicken in the refrigerator, toss that in here. If you don’t, you can use a store-bought rotisserie chicken or you can bake boneless-skinless chicken breast.l 12 oz short pasta (such as rotini)l 2 cups (about 13 oz) shredded or cubed,

cooked chickenl 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, quarteredl 8 oz jarred basil pestol 2 tbs balsamic vinegarl 6 oz finely shredded mozzarellal Salt

Cook the pasta according to package directions, being careful to not overcook the pasta.

Drain the pasta and while it’s still hot toss it in a bowl with the chicken, tomatoes, pesto and balsamic vinegar.

Refrigerate until cool. Once cool, add the cheese, toss and taste. Add salt to taste and/or more balsamic vinegar, if necessary.

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FASHION FORWARD

Back-to-school fashions that earn top marks

Style smartsBelieve it or not, the school bells will

soon be ringing and students will gather to discuss their summer

adventures on the way to class. These student models are showcasing their style smarts with fashionable back-to-school wear from Dillard’s in Zona Rosa. For their style, poise, and overall cuteness, we give them all an A+.

Fashion contributorsPhotography by Kenny Johnson Photography

Location provided by Heritage Middle School in Liberty

Fashions provided by Dillard’s, at Zona Rosa www.dillards.com


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CLAIRE, 9LINCOLN, 8JOSEPHINE, 10

FINN, 6 CLAIRE, 5

Claire, 5, modeling a two-piece blue and white striped capri set with lace detail from Pippa & Julie ($35), and hot pink and silver sandals from Kenneth Cole ($29.99).

Finn, 6, modeling a graphic tee ($16) and white shorts from First Wave ($22), a plaid button-down shirt from Ralph Lauren ($29.99), and Ralph Lauren tan plaid Theo sandals ($28).

Claire, 9, modeling a coral peasant blouse with flower details from GB girls ($36), white jeans from Copper Key ($39), and silver Sperry Top-Sider sandals with sequin detail ($35).

Lincoln, 8, modeling a graphic tee ($16) and black and white shorts ($26) from First Wave, and Converse All-Star sneakers from its slip-on collection ($40).

Josephine, 10, modeling a patterned tiled top with fringe detail ($36) and black pants from Jessica Simpson’s tween line ($36), and silver Garden-Girl sandals from GB Girls ($49.99).

MAX, 8

Max, 8, modeling a white shirt with navy detail stripes ($30) and green shorts ($30) from First Wave, and Sperry Top-Sider khaki boat shoes ($40).


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The term “old school” can mean many things – classic, traditional, value-driven, and rooted in days gone by.

All of these definitions apply to the site for NORTH Magazine’s back-to-school photo shoot, the Heritage Middle School, a literal and figurative display of the very best that “old school” has to offer.

Nestled on the west end of Liberty’s his-torical district, Principal Scott Carr refers to the school as one of the district’s “bookends” mirroring William Jewel College’s location on the other side. Originally the Liberty Ladies College, the all-girls’ school built in 1890 offered two-year degrees to women seeking higher education. After a fire de-stroyed the college in 1913, the city built the first consolidated high school on the land in 1923. The words etched proudly across the front of the brick facade and traditional entrance, the building remained Liberty High School until the early 1970s when it was turned into a junior high school and, most recently, the Heritage Middle School in 2013.

Principal Carr, in his 24th year with the school district and fourteenth as principal, takes great pride in the history still palpable within the school’s walls. His family is very much a part of the school’s history, his great-grandmother a student of the original Liberty Ladies College, his own junior high school years spent in the building, and his daughter’s recent passage through the school.

“Families in the community love the character of the building,” Carr says.

With wide wooden stairwell banisters worn smooth by thousands of hands hurry-ing their way to the next class, the exposed brick and preserved architectural elements of its auditorium are like historical treasures that students are fortunate to experience first-hand. Although modern renovations ex-tended the lay-out of the building and offer additional space, the original Liberty High School still stands proudly in the middle of it all, a wonderful glimpse into days gone by. Old school days.

Heritage Middle SchoolHistorical meets modern in longstanding Liberty landmark

MORRISSEY, 6

Morrissey, 6, modeling a white dress with navy details from GB girls ($44), a jean vest from Celebrity Pink Girls ($28), and pink wedge sandals from Kenneth Cole ($45).

Lenny, 7, modeling a navy collared shirt ($30) and plaid shorts from First Wave ($36), and white Ralph Lauren Faxon low sneakers ($47).

LENNY, 7

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FEATURE: MORRELL RANCH

Morrell RanchExplore this staycation destination north of Kansas City

Travel just 57 miles north of Liberty and you’ll find the Morrell Ranch – an amazing and unique hotel and vaca-

tion destination. Whether you’re looking for the perfect place to host a corporate party, family reunion, private getaway, or a wed-ding or anniversary, the Morrell Ranch offers something for everyone. Located a short drive from the city, the ranch offers a unique desti-nation resort venue with the perfect balance of elegance and comfort. Rustic colors and natural beauty define the character of this property on 600 sprawling acres.

In 2005, Phil Morrell visited Northwest Missouri and fell in love with the beauty, peace, and spiritual awareness of this area. Visiting the land often and sharing it with his family, Morrell eventually decided to of-fer a way to share it with others by develop-ing the Morrell Ranch, an inspirational re-treat that celebrates beginnings and futures.

The Legacy Lodge portion of the ranch provides exquisite gathering space for families, friends and colleagues. The lodge contains seven suites, each unique in its de-sign and style. Guests in the lodge can enjoy the soothing music of a grand piano in the Great Room with its large fireplace, secluded

The Charolais Suite (pictured above) is one of seven suites in the Legacy Lodge for guests to choose from. The Charolais features a beautiful fireplace and exceptional lake-front views.

Photos by Kenny Johnson Photography

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library, and a Native American Art Gallery. The lower level recreation room also provides movies, a billiards room, indoor swimming pool, and fitness area.

Among the seven suites in The Legacy Lodge is the President’s Suite, a secluded three-bedroom space that is tucked away on the upper level. Complete with spa-like bathroom, steam room, living room, and kitchen, views of the lake can also be enjoyed


FEATURE: MORRELL RANCH

The Executive Suite in Legacy Lodge.

The great room at Legacy Lodge.

The dining hall.The Bunkhouse, a cabin tucked into the woods.

from the private deck. The Charolais Suite in The Legacy Lodge is also exquisite, with its fireplace and lake-front views.

In addition to The Legacy Lodge, the prop-erty also offers cabins for rent. The “Cabins” are located behind The Legacy Lodge, over-look their own lake, and offer private accom-modations for couples and small families. Each cabin is decorated with a unique style and can be rented individually or all together for a large group. Cabin guests have access to the amenities in the Legacy Lodge and a separate laundry facility is also on-site and available to guests. The Bunkhouse is an-other option, a beautiful cabin tucked into the woods that offers a semi-private location with a grand deck and view of the lake. And, development on the ranch is ongoing, with construction of additional villas in progress.

Morrell Ranch, although a great place to come to relax, also offers a variety of activi-ties for guests who want to stay on-the-go. With quarter horses available for trail rides, professional cowboys make sure that guests are matched with the right horse based on riding ability. And, if a horse ride isn’t your style, you can jump on a mountain bike or four-wheeler and explore the miles of wooded trails, lakes, and nature that way. Guests can also explore the deer and alpaca that are raised on the property, visit the active beehive honey-making process, take a walk through the apple, peach, and grape or-chards, or stop by the outdoor amphitheater that sits next to the lake. A perfect location for weddings, corporate events, or family reunions, the Morrell Grand Reception Hall has spectacular vaulted ceilings and accom-modates 300 people.

This multi-million dollar property is scheduling events and taking reservations. The Ranch will host an open house this fall for future guests to tour the property, com-plete with vendors with samples of different food/drink and event planning information.

To stay in a resort or ranch of this quality, most people think they have to travel to Colorado or Montana. This summer, consider exploring our own hidden gem in the Kansas City area. For more information on the Mor-rell Ranch, visit www.explorelegacyranch.com or call 660-334-0507.


HEALTH: HYDRATION CHALLENGE

The term hydration refers to provid-ing adequate amounts of water to the body’s tissues. In this year of copious

rainfall, the thought of drinking water may be far from a person’s thoughts. However, in a humid environment, even in a swimming pool, the body requires adequate water to keep you healthy and stave off dehydration.

The human body is approximately 60 percent water by weight. All body cells and organs need water to function. Without water, dehydration ensues and even the slightest level can cause problems; the body can survive days, even weeks, without food, but can go without water only three to five days. Water balance and needs vary based on age, sex, exercise, environmental conditions, and general health.

Body temperature is regulated by water, through perspiration. It makes up the fluids between and within our body cells and is a substantial part of the liquid environment of the body. It lubricates joints, makes up saliva and digestive juices, carries essential nutrients to body cells, and helps prevent and relieve constipation by moving food through our digestive tract. Water also helps our kidneys filter out and eliminate toxins produced through metabolism, medicines, and our environment; not enough water and

the kidneys cannot excrete the toxins and you will eventually become sick.

Most healthy adults do not get enough water from drinking beverages (providing about 80 percent of water requirements) or eating foods containing water (source for the other 20 percent). Thirst does not determine how much we drink day in and day out; it is a poor gauge for what our bodies need. Thirst is sensed only when our body is stressed either by blood volume drop or increased sodium concentration in the body. And, as we age, thirst is an even poorer indicator of the body’s fluid needs; there is a weaker response to thirst sensation in response to blood volume loss and, thus, a reduced fluid intake.

If you exercise for more than one hour or perspire heavily, your needs can top 12-17 cups or more of fluid each day. Sweat rate and loss during exercise is individual and are influenced by the factors noted above as well as genetics, exercise intensity, fitness level and acclimatization. Dehydration during exercise can stress the cardiovascular system and inhibit the body’s ability to cool itself.

Avoid sugar-containing beverages throughout the day, including fruit juice and electrolyte replacement beverages. Diet bev-erages are OK in moderation as substitutes

for sugar-sweetened beverages. And, no more than half of your recommended fruit or vegetable servings (5-9 per day) should come from 100 percent juice. It is better to eat the fruit than to drink the juice.

Beverages containing caffeine and alcohol have been shown to not compromise hydra-tion status. However, these beverages should not be consumed when caffeine and alcohol may stimulate excess water loss and com-promise hydration status. These beverages can also be a source of empty or unnecessary calories.

How to calculate fluid intake The healthy, sedentary adult who is ac-

tive less than 25 minutes per day, requires about 0.5 ounces of water per pound of body weight. Use the following formula to deter-mine your fluid needs in cups:l 0.5 ounces x Body Weight in Pounds =

Daily Fluid Requirement in ouncesl Divide daily fluid requirement in ounces

by 8 ounces (number of ounces in a cup)l Example: 140 pounds/0.5 = 70 ounces per

day; 70 ounces/8 ounces = 8.75 cups (8-9 cups)

Hydration challengeMost healthy adults don’t get enough water from drinking beveragesBy Sarah Laidlaw


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“I believe that water is the only drink for a wise man.”– HENRY DAVID THOREAU

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ABOUT THE AUTHORSarah Harding Laidlaw, MS, RDN, CDE, practices integrative and functional nutrition in Western Colorado. She is editor of The Integrative RDN, the newsletter of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics practice group Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine. She is author of numerous articles on nutrition and sports nutrition, as well as consumer and college level publications. In her spare time she competes in triathlons, gardens, enjoys cooking and hikes the mountains and deserts of the Southwest.

Goals for hydration and managing sweat lossl Begin exercise well-hydrated by drinking

water during the day and within one hour before exercise.

l Replace sweat loss by drinking fluid at regular intervals during exercise.

l Rehydrate after exercise to replace water weight lost.

l Prevent the effects of dehydration including increased risk of heat illness, cardiovascular stress, fatigue and decreased performance by monitoring your weight for fluid loss – avoid losing >2 percent of body weight.

l For activities lasting less than 60 minutes or low to moderate intensity exercise, water is the beverage of choice before, during, and after exercise.

l Sport drinks may be a good option for moderate to high intensity exercise lasting longer than 60 minutes.

Did you know?Sugar sweetened beverages account for

47 percent of added sugars in the American diet, not including fruit juice or milk. Calories in liquids do not trigger fullness and one 12 ounce sugar sweetened beverage per day can add up to 50,000 calories per year.


DESIGN: SHAY EDWARDS INTERIORS

Blank spaceOne Northland designer is transforming design one wall at at time

pinstriped pattern. The fabric, texture and style of modern wall coverings are what sets them apart from their older counterparts, shimmery patterns and touchable embossed designs transforming walls into statement pieces in any room.

And, because they are now viewed like works of art, wall covering designers are as well known in their industry as Michael Kors and Stella McCartney are known in theirs.

Schumacher, Ronald Redding, and Candice Olsen are among Edwards’ favorite design-ers, their metallic patterns and textured damask styles adding a finishing touch to any room that shows confidence in design. Most importantly, beautiful design isn’t necessarily cost-prohibitive.

“Cost is all over the board,” Edwards says. “Wall coverings can run from very affordable, to more expensive based on

Wallpaper. There was a time when it was really “in,” heavy floral patterns and hard-to-remove glue adhesive

tormenting future generations who had the task of removing it when wallpaper became really “out.” Anyone who’s spent countless hours tearing strips of wallpaper off walls and repairing the damage left behind is likely now traumatized, those unlucky individuals leading the charge of design enthusiasts who have their feet firmly planted in the only-use-paint club.

Shay Edwards of Shay Edwards Interiors wants to change all that. She wants to end the silent battle between the wallpaper and paint lovers and show, through her impeccable design, that both can live under one roof and elevate a home’s design aesthetic to an entirely new level....and not leave any irritating glue behind. The wallpaper that swallowed your house in the 1970s was simply printed paper with no coating, which meant it wasn’t easily washable and required harsh glue to apply.

“When people think of wallpaper, they think of it as being permanent,” Edwards says. Wallpaper these days is often covered with a vinyl finish that allows for easy clean-ing and is applied with adhesive that is easily removed when the time comes. “You don’t even have to repaint your walls when you remove these new wall coverings,” she says.

Most importantly, wallpaper often isn’t even called that any more – it’s wall covering. Take a moment to leaf through a few sample books and you’ll see why. Gone are the days of matte paper and visible seams that don’t perfectly match up the repetitive floral or

By Tiffany Westphal Killoren “Wall coverings can run from very affordable, to more expensive based on thickness and texture of the material.”– SHAY EDWARDS, INTERIOR DESIGNER

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dining room an example of timeless design with its textured cream and white branch-patterned wall covering that makes you want to reach out and touch it.

Surprised at the difference in design preferences within Kansas City, Edwards says that her clients in Johnson County often request to see wall covering options, but clients in the Northland tend to shy away from it. Because everyone wants their home to reflect their personal style, Edwards hopes to encourage more of her clients to be open to the idea of exploring something other than a color wheel of paint options that, although fine, offer very little in terms of design aesthetic.

Because every home is as unique as its owner, Edwards enjoys creating designs that extend clients’ personalities into the rooms that they live in. The first step is to forget about the burnt orange floral pattern on your grandmother’s walls and realize that wallpaper has come a long way.

Edwards is sure that, if people take a moment to open that sample book and give it a chance, they might just be surprised by what they see... and what they might love.

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FEATURE: ROGERS LURES

Gone fishingOne man’s love for the sport inspires fishermen to go for the big one

They’re beautiful, like miniature sculptures with each detail thought out and executed with precision. To

those who have spent little time casting lines into water, they look like tiny fish, shimmer-ing eyes staring back from colorful bodies. To those who fish, however, these lures are something so much more – choosing the right one can mean the difference between coming home empty-handed or armed with an amazing story about the catch-of-the-day.

Like so many success stories, these partic-ular lures are the product of a genuine love for the craft, a vision of a gentleman fisher-man back in the day who couldn’t be kept away from what he loved. Jim Rogers wasn’t an ordinary man; his spirit of adventure sug-gests that he was destined to do extraordi-nary things. And, so he did. Among the first of many blessings was Rogers’ 1950 mar-riage to the love of his life, Pauline (“Babe”) Blanchard, their partnership and love of life the catalyst for amazing things to come.

As a young man, Rogers worked as a telegraph operator for the Missouri-Pacific Railroad. But in his heart, the sound of a line hitting water was always calling to him, the waiting game a delicate test of wills between fisherman and prey. Spending any free time crafting lures for family and friends, Rogers opened Rogers Lures, a manufacturing com-pany for his own line of fishing lures, in 1959.

What happened then is better than any fishing story ever told; not only did the lures themselves become successful, but Rogers became well-known for his skills and engag-ing personality. He traveled the country performing trick-casting demonstrations, participating in fishing tournaments, and perfecting his skill to the point of being inducted into fishing hall of fame. And, in the truest definition of partnership, Rogers and Babe won the Mr. and Mrs. World Series

of Sport Fishing Tournaments in 1963 and 1966, and were the only man and wife team inducted into NFLCC of Antique Fishing Lure Collectors in 1997.

Rogers’ love of teaching was a natural fit for a wide audience, both a syndicated televi-sion show, Fishing with Jim Rogers, and The Fishing Report radio program perfect for his fun-loving personality to shine through. One can only imagine Rogers’ reaction to be-ing named one of the 100 Living Legends of American Sport Fishing in 1985; perhaps he simply chuckled and shook his head mod-estly, such an accomplishment unexpected for someone who began crafting lures in his spare time because he loved the sport.

Rogers’ death in 2012 at 80 years old hit many hard, a close-knit community of fish-ing enthusiasts feeling like they had lost a beloved family member. Make no mistake, as impressive as Rogers’ legacy was within the fishing community, his contribution to the community as a whole and love for his family are the real treasures of a life well-lived. Married to Babe for over 61 years, Rogers left behind a loving wife, two sons, three daughters, and more grandchildren and great-grandchildren than could fit in a fishing boat. There is no measure for the lives he touched, whether through his voice instruct-

By Tiffany Westphal Killoren

ing devoted fishermen through the radio or his love for teaching Special Olympians the ins and outs of his favorite sport. One thing is for certain, however; Rogers life is a true testament to the possibilities that await when dreams and goals are synchronized.

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FEATURE: ROGERS SPORTING GOODS

Rogers Sporting GoodsWork ethic, commitment to quality and determination run in the family

There are those who dabble and those who do. Ask anyone who can walk the walk when it comes to hunting,

fishing or archery, and they’ll tell you there’s only one place to go for all of your supplies – Rogers Sporting Goods.

Steve Rogers learned a few things growing up. As Jim and Babe Rogers’ son, he learned to appreciate and respect the great outdoors. He also learned the importance of family and the possibilities that await a healthy combination of hard work and commitment to goals. As owner and founder of Rogers Sporting Goods, Steve Rogers has created his own legacy in the sporting world, an inspir-ing nod to the determination that is synony-mous with his family name.

Founded in 1980, the store’s current loca-tion off Church Road in Liberty is impressive in its scale, inventory, and the family-friend-ly greeting you receive when you walk in the front doors. There’s no coincidence there; all three of Steve’s children work at the store and are devoted to helping their father take his business to the next level. Daughters Shannon Peisert and Mandy Sellmeyer, and son, Stevie Rogers, have taken their father’s

vision and turned it into reality – a growing reality that currently has 63,000 square feet of retail space. Peisert describes the family business as a treasured reminder of what can happen when you combine hard work with family values and a commitment to customer service.

“It might not come easy, but hard work pays off,” she says.

You can’t have Jim Rogers as a dad without a little fishing growing up, but Steve Rogers’ vision for his business extended beyond the lures that were made famous by his father. Perhaps best known for their extensive water fowl inventory, Rogers Sporting Goods offers the finest in hunting, archery, and fishing products. With an an-

nual Rogers Sporting Goods Duck and Goose calling event that brings approximately 10,000 people to Liberty each year, they love to meet customers from all over the coun-try, many online customers stopping by to say hello when they pass through Missouri. With online and walk-in sales roughly equal, Peisert attributes the store’s success to the fact that they place customers first.

“My dad believes in over-the-top cus-tomer service and offering an elite selection of products,” she says. “If you do everything well, everyone appreciates it.”

Peisert says her mom drops in the store daily to check in, helping with the grand-children and making sure that everyone has what they need to keep the store running smoothly. It’s precisely that type of involve-ment that makes Rogers Sporting Goods the epitome of a family-owned business, a group effort that puts family first and welcomes ev-eryone who works there and walks through the door like a new member.

Check out Rogers Sporting Goods’ hours of operation and you’ll smile at the small wink and reminder to take time to appreci-ate the finer things in life. Come Sunday, the store’s typically closed and there are two words to explain why – Gone Fishing.

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LANDSCAPING: SONGBIRD GARDEN

Creating a songbird gardenBy Susan Mertz, Loma Vista Nursery LOMA VISTA

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Loma Vista Nursery’s Build the Dream Pinterest board is just one of many social media outlets for design ideas. While there, take a look at the many plant boards including Plants for Moonlight Gardens and A Garden Path to help plan the landscape. Loma Vista Nursery is a leading supplier of Belgard Hardscape products and grower of nursery stock for wholesale and retail customers in the Northland.

Images courtesy of Christi Sterle.

For many people, birds and gardens are inter-twined,” says John Brennan, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop. “Attracting birds reward

the owners with a variety of life and enjoyment. And, creating a nature friendly backyard will help offset the habitat loss to development.”

When landscaping to attract songbirds, you’ll have to consider a bird’s needs, such as shelter, food, water and a place to raise their young. Adding landscape lay-ers – trees, shrubs, ornamental grasses, and perenni-als – provides birds a place to pause, build a nest, and take shelter. But don’t forget the evergreens! Junipers provide protection from the cold during winter and their cones/berries provide food for many birds including mockingbirds, bluebirds and cedar waxwings.

There are many plants that provide both shelter and food. Serviceberry has white spring flowers, fruit that tastes like blueberries, and beautiful fall foliage. Because 26 birds are attracted to serviceberry fruit, however, it might be difficult to find enough to harvest for jam or muffins. Dogwoods and crabapples also provide beauti-ful spring flowers, along with shelter and food during migration season, and red flowering buckeye is a favorite of hummingbirds. Blackgum, birch and oak are also good sources of food and shelter for birds.

When selecting shrubs for a songbird garden, be certain to include a viburnum. The taller maturing viburnums (arrowwood and blackhaw) provide screen-ing for the garden and colorful fall fruits for cardinals, bluebirds and cedar waxwings. Also, hummingbirds love lilac nectar, as well as the red trumpet flowers of weigela. Wine & Roses, Spilled Wine, and Fine Wine Weigela are among the popular choices. Shrubs with winter fruit, such as Northern Bayberry, Blue Princess, China Girl, and Aronia, can provide shelter and are attractive to various species of birds.

Though small, perennials play a big part in feeding and sheltering birds. Aster, penstemon, monarda, gaura, liriope, solidago, rudbeckia, coneflower are a few to consider with your design. Goldfinches love coneflower seed heads!

Brennan also suggests providing a source of water. Bird baths should be no deeper than 2 inches. “Birds want to wade, they don’t want to swim,” he says. A popu-lar bird bath has one level for bathing and another for drinking. The moving water of bubblers and fountains will appeal to birds while the water’s motion will prevent mosquitoes from breeding.

Finish the garden with a bench and you will have a place to watch the birds and listen to their songs.

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FITNESS: SUMMER PROGRESS

By Nick Bolton

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Simple summer steps

Stay hydratedAs it get’s hot, it becomes more important to stay

hydrated to avoid dehydration. Not only is water vital for your health and wellness, but it can help you lose weight. So, try drinking your body weight in ounces of water through the day.

Avoid drinking caloriesSugary drinks associated with summer typically

contain a lot of unwanted calories. Even coconut water can be counterproductive if not consumed at the ap-propriate times (while you’re exercising). Finally, I’m sure there’s no secret that alcohol will make it more challenging to reach your fitness goals. Stick to water or green tea to avoid the unnecessary calories that make it hard to lose those unwanted pounds.

Enjoy the sunshineTake advantage of the weather and get outside for

your exercise. Swimming, biking, hiking or walking will all burn more calories than sitting around the house. Not to mention being active in the sunshine will help get you adequate doses of Vitamin D. If the summer days get hot, try enjoying the outdoors in the morning or evening. Oh, and don’t forget the sunscreen.

Eat fresh whole foodsYes, that means avoiding fried foods, sugars, and

processed foods. If that makes up pretty much your whole diet, than you probably already know you need some guidance. Eating the right foods will help you see results and feel the added energy allowing you to be even more active outside.

If you’ve waited until now to start getting in shape for swimsuit season, you’re probably too late. It takes time for your body to change. As I tell my clients, it takes a while for you to gradually put that weight on, so it takes time to get it back off. You can, how-

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The lost art of handmade photographs

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Jeff Schotland, professional commercial photographer, has spent 33 years work-ing for Fortune 500 companies and top

advertising agencies. Mastering all areas of portrait, studio and location photography, Jeff is now in the process of resurrecting the lost art of developing handmade photographs. The process that he uses – Wet Plate Collodion – dates back to the middle of the 1800s, and requires rare, specialized equipment to create one-of-a-kind heirloom photographs.

Creating art is as much about the journey as the destination, and the same goes for any creative endeavor where you are lost in the moment. Preparation comes first for any great artist, which is the plan to shoot just the correct emotion.

Jeff engages his subject in every aspect of the process, inviting them into the dark room to watch the magic. “As a 9-year-old, I developed my very first picture. The experience of seeing an image developing before my eyes changed my life forever.”

The Wet Plate Collodion process uses Nitro Cellulose, a sticky substance used as costume makeup, which is applied to a substrate of black glass. The glass is immersed into a bath of Silver Nitrate which is light sensitive and washed. The result is a one-of-a-kind portrait, an 1851 developing technique with the flare of the 1940s that brings us back to Archival handmade quality.

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Intentionally developing a child’s self-awareness

Recently, a parent came to me wanting to know how she could help her child learn to calm down. The mom had tried several disciplinary

actions but didn’t receive the outcomes she wanted by increasing consequences.

After several questions about the client’s pace of life and her ability to find her own inner peace, it was evident that the child might be modeling the behaviors of one or both parents. A child learns from what they see parents doing – “monkey see, monkey do.”

Children are innately aware. Their minds are free from the self-limiting beliefs and false narratives that adults have. They naturally immerse themselves in the present moment and don’t worry much about the past or the future. As children age and life gets more stressful, fears and anxieties can interfere with the freedom of being able to stay in the present moment.

Here are some tips to help your children maintain a strong foundation of self-awareness that will help support their growing emotional well-being.

CULTIVATE YOUR OWN SELF-AWARENESS PRACTICEChildren are more likely to do what you do rather than

follow what you say. Set aside time for your own peaceful meditation and calming experiences. Let your children see that you are taking time to sit in a calm state. Invite them to join you to take conscious breaths throughout the day, ask them to join you as you close your eyes and become aware of what is being heard and sensed.

SLOW DOWNPractice enjoying one another. Family life is often

hectic and many experiences and opportunities for enjoyment are missed in the name of events or entertainment. As families mature, their activity levels increase, and opportunities for self-awareness diminish. As a parent, you are the one who can be responsible for the calendar of events. Determine your family’s speed; is it 100 miles per hour or a slow idle that enjoys the journey down the road?

CREATE MARGINAllow time at the beginning and end of the day to

talk as a family. Parents get to know what is on their child’s mind if they aren’t rushing around taking care of their own business. A suggestion is to share a meal together and ask about the “high and low” of the child’s

day. Children learn who their parents are when they share their day. Teaching the child their day matters, helps the child feel valued within the family.

MANAGE YOUR EXPECTATIONSDon’t let your personal expectations of your children’s

behavior or personality sabotage an unconditional loving relationship. Evaluate what you expect of your child and consider if it is proper age or life stage behavior. Often, parents establish expectations that are too high and end up being disappointed.

How to grow a child’s ability to find peace and calml Create opportunities to develop the five senses. Slow

down to appreciate your child’s response as well as your own.

l Notice a sunrise or sunset together.l Count how many different birds you see in your

backyard.l Go to a bakery, restaurant or a picnic and experience

the food aroma, texture and taste.l Listen to thunder and watch the lightning.

After creating intentional experiences with your child, take time to have conversations to learn about what your child enjoyed. Take time to note what you enjoyed and share that with your child. There is no right or wrong way to explore this intentional journey of self-awareness with your children and yourself. Making time for a slower pace, creating margin for increased awareness and conversation, and taking time to enjoy the senses will yield a life of greater self-awareness in your family.

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Bust summer boredomBy Leanne Lee

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The kids are out of school and sum-mer is in full swing…now what? Are you racking your brain trying to keep

the kids busy? I have selected a couple of my favorite kid-friendly projects to bust that summer boredom.

Upcycle invention kitThis is the perfect project to help spark

your kids creativity, bust up boredom and help the environment all while being friendly on your pocketbook!

RECYCLABLES THAT MAKE GREAT UPCYCLED PROJECTSl Milk jugsl Water bottlesl Toilet paper rollsl Newspaperl Paper towel tubesl Magazinesl Plastic bottle capsl Diaper wipe containersl Cereal boxesl Baby food jarsl Tissue boxl Oatmeal boxl Tin cansl Wrapping paper tubesl Styrofoaml Egg cartonsl Milk cartonsl Glass jarsl Plastic jarsl Bubble wrapl Cardboard boxl Yogurt containersl CD or DVDl Paper bagl Plastic bagl Tissue paper

OTHER SUPPLIES NEEDED:l Age-appropriate scissorsl Roll of scotch tape

INVENTION IDEASl Robotl Vacuum cleanerl Wind chimel Birdfeederl Trainl Kitel Airplane or hovercraftl Bouquet of flowersl Rain stickl New zoo animal

Now to get the creative juices flowing, make some note cards with some invention ideas.

Now it is time to build! Explain to your children that they can use anything from the building box to make their invention. Encourage them to use the materials creatively, and make sure they know that there is no right or wrong way of doing things.


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shadow boxl Assorted necklaces, Mardi Gras beads or

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front of the glass. If using a tray or shadow box, spread the glue on the tray or inside the box. You want a thick, even coat of glue.

Place each necklace on top of the wet glue, creating whatever pattern you desire. You will need to cut some of the necklaces up to fill in the gaps. Once your entire frame is filled, set it aside and let the glue dry completely.

Clockwise from top left: The finished faux mosaic project; the photo frame after it’s been spray painted; Make sure to apply a thick, even coat of glue before you apply the beads; a look at the supplies you’ll need.

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By Audra Heller

ABOUT THE AUTHORAudra Heller is a licensed broker in Kansas and Missouri, a REALTOR®, President of the Parkville Area Chamber of Commerce and volunteer in her community. She has extensive real estate knowledge internationally and locally. She has worked for developers in Australia, throughout the United States and in Kansas City. Audra Heller & Associates is a leading real estate team in the Northland specializing in relocation, luxury homes and marketing the Northland as a great place to live, work and raise a family. You can reach her at 816-268-6028 or at [email protected]

Your neighborhood market watchNEIGHBORHOOD NO. HOMES SOLD LOWEST SALE PRICE HIGHEST SALE PRICE AVG. SALE PRICE AVG. DOMBriarcliff West 3 270,000 385,000 345,667 43Carriage Hill Estates 10 236,000 384,900 301,940 83Claymont 7 119,900 215,000 170,700 184Claymont North 10 200,000 335,000 259,225 18Copperleaf 10 364,000 610,000 431,110 147Embassy Park 6 240,000 375,000 297,917 72Hills of Monticello 6 318,000 375,000 334,500 154Hills of Oakmont 15 173,500 250,000 211,263 76Riss Lake 27 235,000 1,050,000 433,355 89River Hills 3 307,000 445,000 359,333 155Shoal Creek Valley 7 313,500 1,250,000 682,840 167Staley Farms 11 229,900 499,900 369,852 217The National 16 285,500 1,450,000 551,403 235Thousand Oaks 25 275,000 525,000 382,527 127Tiffany Greens 13 360,000 570,000 415,214 116Tremont Manor 2 315,000 485,000 400,000 147Weatherby Lake 1 366,000 366,000 366,000 429Woodneath Farms 17 300,000 433,400 360,051 40

Disclaimer: Based on information from the Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS® or Heartland MLS for the period of January 1 through June 15, 2015.

Realtor magazine lists radon as one of the five most hazardous gases potentially found in homes. And did you know that radon is the second most

common cause of lung cancer? It is responsible for an estimated 20,000 lung cancer deaths each year per the United States Environmental Protection Agency.

If you have purchased or sold a home recently, you might remember part of the inspection report includes the radon results and buyers will request mitigation if radon levels are high. So what is radon? It is a color-less, odorless gas that comes into your home from the ground through cracks or gaps in floors and walls, the water supply or gaps surrounding pipes. According to the EPA, “nearly one out of every 15 homes in the U.S. is estimated to have elevated levels of radon.”

GETTING TESTEDSince you can’t see radon, a test must be performed

to measure the levels. One test involves a short-term kit that measures radon for 2-7 days, and the other is a 3-12 month kit for long-term results.

During a buyer’s home inspection, a licensed inspec-tor will leave a machine in the basement for at least 48 hours to measure the radon levels. Since radon levels change from hour to hour, day to day and season to season, an average reading will be provided to deter-mine if a radon mitigation system is required. The

longer the test, the more accurate the results.If you are curious about your radon levels, you can

purchase radon kits at a hardware store. In Missouri you can register for a free test kit at http://health.mo.gov.

A licensed professional could run $100-$200 for the two-day test. In Kansas City, there are numerous licensed radon inspectors on the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services’ website, or you can check out some of the “trusted partners” on Audra Heller & Associates’ website, www.audraheller.com. The cost of a test by a professional can range from $100 to $300.

MITIGATIONThe U.S. EPA has stated if your radon results are 4

pCi/L or higher, you should have the radon mitigated by a professional. A pipe will be installed in your basement to allow the gases to be released outside. There will be a small increase in your energy bill from a small fan that continually runs. The cost to install a mitigation system can range from $700-$2,000. The system should have a reading to show the ongoing radon levels.

If you are building a new home in an area of high levels of radon, have the builder install a radon pipe under the foundation. This can run around a $200-$300 upgrade at the time of contract signing.

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ABOUT THE AUTHORWhile Jim Kline’s occupation is public accounting, his passion has always been movies. He fondly remembers special evenings set aside for his family to enjoy movies together as a young boy. He soon became an avid fan and is known in local circles for his eagerness to go to the theater as often as possible. Jim is often sought out for his opinions on which movies to see and created his own movie review blog. Jim is a lifelong Kansas City native and is looking forward to sharing his opinions of movies with Kansas City in NORTH Magazine.

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JURASSIC WORLD - 3D★ ★ ★

Rated: PG-13 Runtime: 125 min.

At Jurassic World Theme Park, tourists see a variety of genetically created dinosaurs, and manage-ment wants a new creature to excite the visiting public and keep the money coming in. Enter Indo-minus rex, a large predator that is possibly the “baddest” of all.

Unfortunately, the new rex soon escapes and wreaks havoc. Park manager Claire (Bryce Dallas How-ard) reaches out to Owen (Chris Pratt), an expert trainer of raptors, those smaller, faster and smarter dinosaurs. Owen and Claire set out to rescue all, including her two nephews who are stranded in the park. While the suspense builds and the dinosaur and body count climb, Owen and Claire somehow find the time to fall for each other.

Although predictable and rehashed, “Jurrasic World” does deliver on action, excitement and special effects. The dinosaurs were effectively real and the park itself was a visual splendor. While too intense for smaller children, this movie is sure to please audiences who were seeking more of what they had seen in the previous movies.

SPY★ ★ ½Rated: R Runtime: 122 min.

Susan Cooper (Melissa Mc-Carthy) is a CIA desk jockey who is the voice in the ear of super spy Bradley Fine (Jude Law). Susan is critical to Fine as she guides him through missions. On one particular mission, however, Fine is presumed killed. The CIA needs the right agent to go undercover to thwart the plot of an arms dealer.

Susan volunteers and Susan’s station chief (Allison Janney), reluctantly agrees. Susan is armed with weapons, provided an unflat-tering disguise, then sent on her mission to infiltrate the criminal organization. Additionally, she has somehow developed amazing fight-ing capabilities and survival skills.

Borrowing from the James Bond movies, “Spy” opens on a promising note. Unfortunately, the comedy soon resorts to the vulgar language and offensive bodily functions we see in every comedy. With a terrific supporting cast, one would hope the writers could have allowed McCarthy and the rest to entertain us with quality comedy. Nevertheless, there are some funny moments and, for those not easily offended, “Spy” is worth the time.

LOVE & MERCY★ ★ ★ ★ ½Rated: PG-13 Runtime: 120 min.

This is the true disturbing story of Brian Wilson (Paul Dano – younger years and John Cusack – later years) of the Beach Boys. His story is told by flashing back and forth from his creative younger years and his increasingly troubled older years. Wilson struggled to translate the music he heard inside his head to the sound stage. Ad-ditionally, in his earlier years, Brian was raised by an abusive father. In his later years he is placed in the care of Psychiatrist Dr. Eugene Landy (Paul Giamatti) who uses drugs and brainwashing to control Wilson and exploit his wealth and social status. Despite this control, Brian falls in love with a car sales-woman named Melinda (Elizabeth Banks) who finds herself in a con-tentious struggle with Landy for Brian’s personal existence.

“Love & Mercy” is a compelling story of one man’s journey with and through mental illness. While neither resemble the other, Dano and Cusack are terrific as Wilson. Banks and Giamatti likewise give remarkable performances.

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MODERN AMERICAN

Justus Drugstore Restaurant$$$$ Smithville106 W. Main St.American, Modern American, organic

Eighty Eight at The Elms$$$$ Excelsior Springs401 Regent St.Mediterranean, Modern American

Piropos$$$$ Briarcliff Village4141 N. Mulberry Dr.Latin American, Argentina, steakhouse

Shields Manor Bistro$$$$ Platte City121 Main St.American, seafood, steakhouse

Bonefish Grill$$$ Burlington Creek6334 N. Lucern Ave.American, seafood

Trezo Mare$$$ Briarcliff Village4105 N. Mulberry Dr.American, Italian, seafood

The Grille by Piropos$$$ Parkville1 W. 1st StreetLatin American

Cork & Brew$$$ Liberty8 E. Franklin St.American, pizza, seafood

Pearls Oyster Bar$$$ Ameristar Casino3200 American Dr.Seafood

Houlihan’s$$ Zona RosaModern American8660 N. Boardwalk Ave.

Tokyo Japanese Steak House$$$ Gladstone7 NW Barry Rd.Japanese, steakhouse, sushi

Kato Japanese$$$ Zona Rosa6340 NW Barry Rd.Japanese, sushi

Zara Sushi$$ Parkville10925 45 Hwy.Japanese, sushi

Wasabi Japanese Sushi Bar$$ Liberty9763 N. Cedar Ave.Japanese, sushi

ASIAN – CHINESE

Bo Lings$$ Zona Rosa8670 NW Prairie View Rd.Chinese, Dim Sum

China Wok$ Zona Rosa6048 NW Barry Rd.

ASIAN – THAI

Tasty Thai$$ Platte Woods7104 NW Prairie View Rd.$$ Liberty1912 Star Dr.Asian, Thai, vegetarian

ASIAN – INDIAN

Seva Cuisine of India$$ Liberty8674 NE Flintlock Rd.Indian, Pakistani, vegetarian

Swagat Fine Indian Cuisine$$ Zona Rosa7407 NW 87th St.Indian, Pakistani, vegetarian

Taj Mahal$$ Liberty 917 W. Liberty Dr.

Saffron Indian Restaurant$$ Zona Rosa8140 NW Prairie View Rd.

BARBECUE

Smokehouse Barbecue$$ Gladstone6304 N. Oak St.$$ Zona Rosa8451 NW Prairie View Rd.Barbecue, steakhouse

Smokin’ Guns BBQ$$ North Kansas City1218 Swift Ave.Barbecue

Dickey’s Barbeque Pit$$ Liberty66 S. 291 Hwy.Barbecue

Hawg Jaw BBQ$$ Riverside4403 NW Gateway Ave.Barbecue

Smokebox BBQ Cafe$$ Tiffany Springs10020 NW Ambassador Dr.American, barbecue

BURGERS, WRAPS, SANDWICHES

Longboards Wraps & Bowls$$ Gladstone6269 N. Oak Trafficway$$ Liberty1173 W. Kansas St.Hawaiian, Teriyaki

Jersey Boyz$ North Kansas City315 Armour Rd.Sandwiches, subs

Little Store & Deli$ North Kansas City2107 KnoxBreakfast/brunch, burgers, sandwiches, subs

Philly Time$ Briarcliff Village4151 N. Mulberry Dr.American, burgers, sandwiches

LC’s Hamburgers Etc.$ Platte Woods7612 NW Prairie View Rd.

Hayes Hamburger & Chili$ Gladstone2502 NE Vivion Rd.

ASIAN – JAPANESE COMFORT FOOD

Stroud’s$$ Kansas City5410 NE Oak Ridge Rd.American, fried chicken

Corner Cafe$ Riverside4541 NW Gateway Ave.$$ Liberty8301 NE Flintlock Rd.American, breakfast/brunch, dinner

Roxanne’s Cafe$ Parkville6264 Lewis Dr.American, breakfast/brunch

Nelle Belle’s Diner$ Claycomo150 E. US 69 Hwy.American, breakfast/brunch, dinner

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RESTAURANT GUIDE

FRENCH

Avalon Cafe$$$ Weston608 Main St.

Cafe des Amis$$$ Parkville112 Main St.

ITALIAN

Cascone’s Italian$$$ Kansas City3737 N. Oak Tfwy.Italian

Bravo Cucina Italiana$$ Zona Rosa7301 NW 87th St.Italian

Cafe Italia$$ Parkville160 English Landing DriveItalian, seafood, steakhouse

MEXICAN

Ixtapa Mexican Cuisine$$ Zona Rosa7130 NW Barry Rd.

Margarita’s North$ Gladstone7013 N. Oak Tfwy.

Rancho Grande Cantina$ Parkville11015 NW MO-45$$ Liberty921 W. Liberty Dr.

El Maguey$ Gladstone7831 N. Oak Tfwy.

Tortilla Flats$$ Gladstone3716 NE Antioch Rd.American, Mexican, Southwestern

Luna Azteca Mexican Grill$$ Tiffany Springs10004 NW Ambassador Drive$$ Burlington Creek5918 NW 63rd Terr.Mexican, Spanish

Jose Pepper’s$ Briarcliff Village4125 N. Mulberry Dr.

In-a-Tub$ Kansas City4000 N. Oak Tfwy.$ Platte Woods8174 NW Prairie View Rd.

PIZZA

Stone Canyon Pizza$$ Parkville15 Main St.$$ Zona Rosa8630 NW Prairie View Rd.American, pizza, sandwiches, subs

Leo’s Pizza$ Gladstone408 NW Englewood Rd.Pizza, sandwiches

Minsky’s Pizza$$ Zona Rosa7007 NW Barry Rd.$$ Gladstone221 NE Barry Rd.$$ Liberty205 N. State Route 291Italian, pizza, sandwiches, subs

Van Till Farms$$ Rayville13986 Hwy. CWood-fired pizza, wine

Kelso’s Pizza$$ North Kansas City300 Armour Rd.American, pizza, sandwiches

Pizza Shoppe$$ Liberty8584 Church Rd.$$ Platte Woods6640 NW Prairie View Rd.$$ Gladstone9329 N. Oak Tfwy.

PUB FOOD

Chappell’s Restaurant & Sports Museum$$ North Kansas City323 Armour Rd.American, pub food, sandwiches

54th Street Grill and Bar$$ Liberty9251 NE Barry Rd.$$ Gladstone303 NE Englewood Rd.$$ Zona Rosa7200 NW 86th Terr.Pub food

Paul & Jack’s Tavern$$ North Kansas City1808 Clay St.American, burgers, pub food

The Brass Rail$ GladstoneAmerican, burgers, pub food4940 NE 81st St.

Tanner’s Bar and Grill$$ Gladstone6024 N. Antioch Rd.American, burgers, pub food

Helen’s J.A.D. Bar and Grill$ North Kansas City2002 Armour Rd.Burgers, pizza, pub food

Dirk’s Sports Bar and Grill$ Zona Rosa8132 NW Prairie View Rd.American, pub food

Crazy Olives Bar and Grill$$ Argosy Casino777 NW Argosy Pkwy.American, burgers, Italian

Rusty Horse Tavern$$ Parkville6325 Lewis St.American, burgers, pub food

Conrad’s Restaurant and Bar$$ LibertyAmerican, seafood, steakhouse210 State Hwy. 291

810 Zone at Harrah’s$$ Harrah’s Casino1 Riverboat Dr.American, pub food

Brick House Cafe & Pub$$ Smithville111 N. Bridge St.American, burgers

Nick & Jake’s$$ Parkville6325 Lewis Dr.American, pub food

STEAKHOUSES

Em Chamas Brazilian Grill$$$ Burlington Creek6101 NW 63rd Terr.Brazilian, steakhouse

Journey Wood-Fired Steaks$$$$ Argosy Casino777 NW Argosy Pkwy.Steakhouse

Range Steakhouse$$$ Harrah’s Casino1 Riverboat Dr.Steakhouse

Ventana Gourmet Grill$$ Excelsior Springs117 W. Broadway St.Burgers, Italian, steakhouse

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THE LAST WORD WITH PHIL LEVOTA

KC: The City of FountainsLocal man says it’s time for the Northland to be more representedBy Phil LeVota

ABOUT THE AUTHORPhil LeVota is a local trial attorney who has been involved in politics for more than 25 years. As a longtime prosecuting attorney before going into private practice, Phil has been involved in the community for many years. He has held many elected positions and is a board member of a domestic violence shelter, while also being active in the metro area and nationwide as a radio talk show host and television commentator/analyst. He recently won an Emmy Award for his work on hosting the TV program, “Power of KC.”

In summertime there is nothing like the sight of a bubbling fountain that brings out the child in all of us wanting to jump in it. And did you know that only

Rome has more fountains than Kansas City? Like other great cities of the world, Kansas City is a

city with many fountains, both public and private. More fountains are being added all the time, making it impos-sible to give an exact count. KCFountains.com says the first fountains in town were meant for horses, birds and dogs. In 1904, a contagious disease began running rampant through the horse population and caused the Fire and Water Board to shut off the water supply to the animal fountains. Wom-en from the Humane Society developed a fund-raising cam-paign to build more hygienic fountains. Later, the Humane Society of KC built Kansas City’s first fountain at Third and Minnesota. It had a large square pedestal with four small pools for dogs to drink from at street level and a four-inch diameter granite basin at a height for horses to drink. The water came out of spigots in lions’ mouths into the taller bowl so people could get clean water.

The Humane Society placed a variety of these foun-tain basins around the city. The whopping amount of $400 was raised by the women members of the Society for the Frank Faxon Fountain at 40th and Main, spe-cially designed to be sanitary and to prevent the spread of any contagious diseases among horses.

The first city-built fountain was at 15th and Paseo. This $12,000 fountain was designed by George Kessler, who had been hired as a landscape architect to develop a master plan for the KC park and boulevard system. About this same time plans for a second fountain at Ninth and Paseo began. The fountain at 15th Street was destroyed in 1941 but the fountain at Ninth Street still exists and is called The Women’s Leadership Fountain, says KCFountains.com.

Today there are more than 200 fountains in the metro area and 47 publicly owned. With so many fountains, the upkeep for them is a monumental task. In 1973, Hall-

mark executive Harold Rice and his wife, Peggy, estab-lished The City of Fountains Foundation, a not-for-profit corporation that raises funds to construct new foun-tains, manage funds for maintenance costs and increase awareness of Kansas City’s fountains.

Of the 47 publicly owned fountains, only four of them are north of the river – the Adam and Eve fountain at 500 W. 51st Terrace; the Northland Fountain at North Oak Trafficway & Vivian Road; the Pratt Memorial Fountain at 712 E. 21st Ave in Dagg Park; and the Children’s Fountain at North Oak Trafficway & 32nd Street.

(Sidebar on the Children’s Fountain: Tom Corbin, the fountain’s designer, used local children as his models for a girl named Joy, a boy on crutches, a girl ballerina, a boy playing soccer, a boy doing a handstand and a girl in pigtails.)

The Northland has only four fountains out of the 47 publicly owned fountains? Doesn’t sound fair, does it? Well you are in luck because my friends at Fox 4 told me about Keith Nelson, who wants to build a fountain on the corner of Chouteau Parkway and 210 Highway. He is proposing a new fountain be built for one of Kansas City’s founding fathers, François Chouteau. Artist Kwan Wu sketched out two ideas of Chouteau trading furs with Native Americans as the look of the fountain. (Kwan Wu is best known for his statue of George Brett at Kauffman Stadium.)

Nelson already has a game plan in place and intro-duced it to the city. He now has to raise $1.9 million in funds in order to build and hopes the fountain will be up and running in three years. If you want to help his efforts, contact the City of Fountains Foundation, which is creating the account to raise money.

Make sure you brag to all of your out-of-town friends that your city is second in the world in number of foun-tains, truly making us the “City of Fountains.” And pitch in or spread the word about donating to the cause to bring a new fountain north of the river!

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