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A Man Worth Knowing
Chad Smith on faith, family and the quiet work of showing up
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Music and Imagination Collide
How the Art That Blows is turning retired instruments into a future of belonging
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Beyond the Forecast
How Pete Grigsby’s broadcasting career is shaping students at Blue Springs South High School
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A Man Worth Knowing
Chad Smith on faith, family and the quiet work of showing up Article by Grace Utlaut | Photography by Krier Photo If you’ve spent any time around Blue Springs, at a Chamber luncheon, in a church classroom, or on the sidelines of a youth basketball game, chances are you’ve crossed paths with Chad Smith. A longtime State Farm agent, husband, father, coach, and Sunday school teacher, Chad has spent decades investing in the people and places that make this town feel like home. At the heart of it...
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Music and Imagination Collide
How the Art That Blows is turning retired instruments into a future of belonging Article by Katarina Brewer | Photography by Provided What happens to a trumpet that can no longer play a note? Or a violin that played in its last show? In the music world, this is a heartbreaking moment for any musician, but The Band of Angels takes these “unplayable” instruments and turns them into masterpieces with a mission. Since 2014, the Band of Angels has been taking retired instruments that once served...
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Beyond the Forecast
How Pete Grigsby’s broadcasting career is shaping students at Blue Springs South High School Article by Katarina Brewer | Photography by Janie Jones For many years, he has been a voice of calm during a thunderstorm, guiding us through the unpredictable Midwest skies. But instead of seeing Pete Grigsby on air during a weekday morning broadcast, you’ll find him at Blue Springs South High School, working with students on the fundamentals of storytelling, production, and communication. At school...
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Honest Maids to the Rescue
Even the busiest moms deserve a little relief and a fresh start Article by Breanna Hicks | Photography by Amanda Krier Crystal knows what it’s like to have a busy household. As a mom of a teenage son and a young daughter, her days are filled with responsibilities—keeping up with schedules, manages a home, and makes sure everyone is taken care of. A few years ago, Crystal faced an unexpected challenge. In 2022, she found herself laid off and navigating the uncertainty of being a single mom...
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