07.04.2023

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🦅 My country ‘tis of thee

Four patriotic sites scattered across the KC metro

miniature statue of liberty located in front of north kansas city high school. kctoday

The little lady of NKC stands tall. | Photo by KCtoday

Editor Charmaine here. I got a tip about interesting monuments across the KC metro, so I went on a scavenger hunt. Here’s four of my favorite finds.

🗽 Miniature Statue of Liberty, 716 E. 23rd Ave., North Kansas City, MO

Hidden in plain sight by North Kansas City High School is a replica Statue of Liberty standing eight-and-a-half feet tall. The plaque states the statue was donated as a part of the Boy Scouts of America’s 40th anniversary in 1950. It sits as the centerpiece of the “Honor Roll” at Memorial Park, which categorizes major US wars — from the Revolutionary War through World War II — and memorializes those who lost their lives.

🗽 Miniature Statue of Liberty, Meyer Boulevard + Prospect Avenue, South KCMO

You read that right. There is another Statue of Liberty just 20 minutes south of its (fraternal) twin. This statue is a different color, resembling its mother in New York, and was gifted to the city by the Whitaker family. Lady Liberty sits in front of the Research College of Nursing and is managed by KCMO Parks and Recreation.

abraham lincoln andrew jackson.png — *The A-Team.* Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Jackson in downtown Kansas City, Missouri.
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🎩 Abraham Lincoln + Andrew Jackson, E. 12th St., Downtown KCMO

Statues of the founding father and the namesake of Jackson County can be found across the street from each other. Abraham Lincoln is accompanied by his son in front of City Hall, and Andrew Jackson sits high on his horse on the steps of the courthouse.

flags 4 freedom downtown merriam kansas american flags fly alongside blue police flags. kctoday. — Traditional US flags fly alongside blue police flags.
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🇺🇸 Flags 4 Freedom, 5740 Merriam Drive, Merriam, KS

Drive through downtown Merriam and you’ll see ~1,000 flags fluttering. In Merriam Marketplace, flags have yellow tags attached. These tags are dedications — a large majority from families to their soldiers who are deployed, missing in action, or veterans from previous wars. I grew up a military kid, so this find was the most moving for me.

There are also blue flags honoring local police officers who’ve lost their lives.

Flags 4 Freedom is an annual tradition dating back to 2006. This year, you can see the flags through Saturday, July 8.

See the sites

Events

Tuesday, July 4

4th at the Farm | Tuesday, July 4 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, 13800 Switzer Rd., Overland Park, KS | $0-$5 | Start your Independence Day off with live performances, a pig calling contest, and a bike parade.

Wednesday, July 5

Donut Decorating | Wednesday, July 5-Wednesday, July 19, Wednesday, Aug. 2 | 5-8 p.m. | Lenexa Public Market, 8750 Penrose Ln., Lenexa, KS | $5.50-$22 | Bring the family to decorate donuts from Mr. D’s coffee.
Pipes at Noon: Summer Organ Recital Series | Wednesday, July 5-Wednesday, Aug. 9 | 12-12:30 p.m. | 4947 NE Chouteau Dr., Kansas City, MO | Free | Experience the sounds of a local Kansas City organist.

Thursday, July 6

Harry Potter Quiz Vol. 1 | Thursday, July 6 | 6-8 p.m. | Boulevard Brewing Co., 2534 Madison Ave., Kansas City, MO | Free | Test your Potterverse knowledge at this themed trivia night.

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Drink

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Add a splash of mango or passion fruit juice to your margarita for an added tropical punch. | Photo via Ritual Zero Proof

Your new favorite summer cocktail? An alcohol-free marg made with Ritual Zero Proof tequila. The best part? It’s hangover-free.

Virgin all day margarita

Ingredients:

2 oz. Ritual Tequila Alternative
1 oz. orange juice
1 oz. fresh lime juice
1/2 oz. simple syrup
Lime slice

Directions:

Shake all ingredients (except lime slice) in a shaker with ice. Pour into a cocktail glass with ice and garnish with a lime slice.

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News Notes

Today Is

Independence Day. America has been celebrating this day for 247 years, since the Declaration of Independence was formally adopted on July 4, 1776. Round up the kids, friends, or just yourself and head to the National World War I Museum and Memorial for a picnic + grand fireworks show.

Eat

In celebration of Taylor Swift’s “The Eras Tour” coming to town, Donutology is transforming its space + offering themed donuts. Preorder Swiftie-approved donut flavors like Lavender Glaze, Midnights, and Last Kiss through Monday, July 10 + stop in-store for themed photo opps.

Sports

They understood the assignment. The Kansas City Current beat the Portland Thorns 1-0 on Saturday, July 1 for the first time in the club’s history. Rookie Michelle Cooper delivered the winning goal as a penalty kick. The Current’s next home game is Saturday, July 22.

Number

3 + 0 = 75. Sporting KC defeated the Vancouver Whitecaps with a final score of 3-0 on Saturday, July 1, making it their 75th shutout at Children’s Mercy Park. Remi Walter, Alan Pulido, and Erik Thommy each scored goals, securing the team’s victory.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Charmaine

From the editor

Independence Day is a huge deal for me as the daughter of a 30-year US Air Force veteran — and pretty much all of my extended family is military, too.

I can’t wait to watch the fireworks. I think I’ll go to the show at the National WWI Museum and Memorial. While we’re on the topic, tell me what your favorite fireworks display is in the KC metro.

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