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• Called “Gettysburg of the West” | Kansas City, MO | Listen to the story of the Battle of Westport — the same battle for which that section of the city is named.
• “President for the Day!” | Plattsburg, MO | Learn how a Plattsburg, MO man once became President of the United States for just a day — unofficially, of course.
• “The Who’s Who of An Old Jail” | Jefferson City, MO | This story tells about one of three maximum security prisons that can be toured today — and is allegedly haunted.
• “A Misnomer Names a State” | Topeka, KS | Learn about The Kaw Peoples, who have had several names including the “People of Water,” and the Cansez or Kansa.
• “World’s Largest Truckstop” | Walcott, IA | Hear all about the largest truckstop in the world — then make a pit stop yourself.

• Women Inspiring Women Breakfast | Tuesday, Sept. 10 | 8-9 a.m. | Rize n Shine, Shawnee | Free | Grow your network while learning how to lean into your image at this breakfast retreat — registration required.

• Carry The Load Patriot Day | Wednesday, Sept. 11 | 1 p.m. | Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth | Free | Join thousands of volunteers in cleaning the headstones of those who served our country.
• GloWild Lantern Festival | Wednesday, Sept. 11-Sunday, Dec. 29 | 6 p.m. | Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium | $18+ | Experience everything from Atlantis to an enchanted forest at this mile-long lighted sculpture spectacle — here’s a sneak peak.
• Patriot Day Remembrance Concert | Wednesday, Sept. 11 | 6 p.m. | National WWI Museum and Memorial | Free | The Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box will memorialize the heroes of 9/11.

• Fountain City Comedy Festival | Thursday, Sept. 12-Saturday, Sept. 14 | Times vary | Multiple locations | $25+ | Nationally touring comedians and homegrown favorites will take over stages with 20 different shows across the metro.

• Reggae Music and Jerk Festival | Friday, Sept. 13-Sunday, Sept. 15 | 5-11:30 p.m. | Berkley Riverfront Park | $20+ | United by rhythm and messages that teaches love, pride, and unity, enjoy Caribbean food, games, and merchandise from around the world.

• Margaret Atwood, author of “The Handmaid’s Tale” novel-turned-TV-show, will speak at the Central Library (14 W. 10th St.) on Tuesday, Sept. 24 from 7 to 8 p.m. Bad news — in-person spots are full. Good news — virtual spots are unlimited. RSVP now.

• Tacos Borrachos, a Mexican eatery, will open in October at 10049 W. 87th St., Overland Park, KS. The new spot will dish out a variety of street tacos using house-made tortillas, and feature a full salsa bar. (Johnson County Post)

• 28.9 million. That’s how many people tuned in to watch the Chiefs-Ravens game last Thursday — a new NFL record. Our team put on a great show, securing the season opener with a 27-20 victory. Next, they’ll take down the Bengals this Sunday, Sept. 15 at Arrowhead. Get tickets.

• Thigh high red boots and baggy cargo jeans. That’s what Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes sported at the game (no doubt spiking viewership) — and we found their statement pieces. Try walking a mile in Taylor’s $1,150 Giuseppe Zanotti boots or secure Brittany’s $495 Alice + Olivia cargos.

• Another for our trophy case. Two KC metro men won big at the Paralympics — KCK’s Matt Stutzman took home gold in archery + Stilwell’s Brad Hudspeth brought home silver in wheelchair rugby. Time to puff out your KC chest. (KCTV) (KSHB)

• KCK’s Rosedale Memorial Arch is now a centenarian. The arch, which was built to honor the US Army’s 42nd Infantry Division of WWI, was originally dedicated on Sept. 7, 1924. The unit “suffered 16,242 casualties” and “was in combat longer than any other American division.” (KCUR)

• What would your high school’s football team do with $100,000? School officials can register your school for the chance to win T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest. (We’re looking at you, Rockhurst High.) Psst — give @thekctoday a tag when you rally on social media so we can boost it.

• Please, don’t stop the music as this future Liberty Blue Jay jams out, showing off his best dance moves for the camera. Shyness? He never knew her.

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