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Coffee in hand, Kansas City? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why are Kansas City charter schools suddenly repaying $11.8 million?
  • What’s behind this week’s most troubling Kansas City crime headlines?
  • Have you seen this firefighter’s stolen truck in downtown Kansas City?

Also on today's calendar: A Very Sinatra Christmas Special at The Gem and 5 more events.

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Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Windy; a shower in the a.m., with a high of 54 and low of 21 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 43, low: 38.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 50 and low of 27 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Kansas City charter schools must repay $11.8M to the state in 'unexpected' funding adjustment (kshb.com) — Kansas City charter schools have been told to repay a combined $11.8 million to Missouri after an unexpected state funding adjustment tied to Kansas City Public Schools’ data. Individual schools like Académie Lafayette and DeLaSalle face tight repayment timelines, forcing budget cuts, fundraising, and worries from parents about classroom stability and the rest of the school year.
   

2. Kansas City Crime Scene: Deadly Road Rage & Drone Wars (tonyskansascity.com) — Kansas City-area readers are updated on several serious crime developments, including an arrest warrant in a deadly pedestrian crash and new charges against a former local teacher. The roundup also highlights a Kansas City inmate’s guilty plea, a Jackson County deputy’s crash, and Blue Springs’ new drone-based “Flock Safe City” program, alongside an Overland Park family’s anti-violence efforts.
   

3. Lawrence firefighter searching for stolen truck (fox4kc.com) — A Lawrence firefighter’s pickup truck, packed with firefighting gear, tools, and Christmas presents, was stolen downtown in Kansas City near 7th and Central. Kansas City police are investigating, and the victim is asking locals to watch for his tan 2017 Toyota Tacoma with black wheels and a Kansas Firefighter plate.
   

4. Acts of service week to honor Sarah Milgram (kctv5.com) — Kansas City residents are being invited to join “Sarah’s Week of Service” from Dec. 22–29, honoring the legacy of former local resident and embassy staffer Sarah Milgrim. Her family and friends, including a Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy colleague, are encouraging simple acts of kindness, from calling grandparents to volunteering at animal shelters, to keep her memory and passion for community service alive.
   

5. ‘I'll always bet on us': A&M faces Pitt in first Final Four matchup in program history (thebatt.com) — Kansas City will host a major NCAA volleyball moment as Texas A&M heads to the T-Mobile Center for its first-ever Final Four appearance against top-seeded Pittsburgh. After upset wins over Louisville and Nebraska, the Aggies bring big blocking numbers but must clean up service errors to challenge a seasoned Pitt squad that’s reached five straight semifinals.
   

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    Friday December 19
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    Thursday December 18
  • Winter Parties
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    4:00 pm
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    Osage Trail Middle Independence, MO 64058
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    • Friday December 19
  • End of Second Quarter
    Russell Jones Ed Center Kansas City, MO 64151

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💬 Chatter

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  • On our walk this morning we found some money near Glenarbor.
    Tell me how much you lost and the denominations of the bills. (Nextdoor Verona Hills)
  • Hi friends!
    Is anyone missing their pup, found this cutie outside of my front door and won’t budge (Nextdoor Cedar Ridge)
  • TPG Hotels & Resorts posted a job opening for Housekeeping Houseperson - InterContinental Hotel Kansas City in Kansas City. Apply here.
  • SouthernCarlson, Inc. posted a job opening for Warehouse Support - Reach Truck Operator in Kansas City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kansas City here.

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