Northland News
Posted on 9 May 2008
When a tornado touched down in a Northland neighborhood at 2 a.m. Friday, officials didn't sound any sirens. [from Kansas City Wire]
Posted on 8 May 2008
... smoking methamphetamine for up to three days before the murder. Evidence showed that after stealing cars in the Northland and in Raytown, Eye, Sandstrom and associate Regennia Rios headed to a Northeast area car ... [from Kansas City Wire]
Posted on 8 May 2008
... all across the country as the administration encourages people to go shopping. Secretary Henry Paulson toured a Northland facility where the rebate checks are being printed. The Kansas City facility is one of fou... [from Kansas City Wire]
Posted on 8 May 2008
A police officer was charged after a fight at a Northland bar. Prosecutors with the Clay County District Attorney's Office charged Kansas City police Officer Cole Mills with assault. [from Kansas City Wire]
Posted on 8 May 2008
... and taken away. Public Works crews have completed targeted debris collection operations in the areas of the Northland that were most affected by last week’s storm. Crews are now conducting a targeted colle... [from Kansas City Wire]
Posted on 7 May 2008
... said. "It may not be light rail." Wednesday's shot of support is not entirely new. Riverside was one of six Northland cities who stood with Funkhouser last October to support regional light rail. Bower hasn't dec... [from Kansas City Wire]
Posted on 7 May 2008
A Kansas City police officer is charged with assaulting another man at a Northland bar. [from Kansas City Wire]
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NNI's Home Ownership Class
Wednesday, May 7, 14 and 21
6:00p.m. - 9:00p.m.
Is home ownership something you dream about, but the process sounds like a nightmare? Do the words "equity", "escrow," and "variable rates" sound confusing? Then you need to sign up for the three-part home ownership class offered by Northland Neighborhoods, Inc. and University of Missouri Extension. No matter where you live or where you want to live, this class will prepare you to own a home. For more information, or to reserve your spot in this valuable class, call Jennifer at 816-454-2000.
NNI Goes Hollywood!
Saturday, May 10th - 6:30 p.m.
A night to experience incredible musical talent and a scrumptious dinner in the Intrigue Park Place Hotel. No awards. No presentations. No speeches. No commercials. Just pure fun, for a good cause. The event will support the programs of Northland Neighborhoods. Call (816) 454-2000 for information.
Northland Trails & Greenways Meeting
Monday, May 12th - 7:00 p.m.
Informational meeting about trails and their maintenance in the Northland. This meeting includes trails for walking, hiking, biking, horse riding and other uses. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.
Senior Workshop
Wednesday, May 14th: 9:00 - 10:30 am
Birds of Spring and Summer. Mark McKellar from Back Yard Bird Center will discuss birds that are common to our area in Spring and Summer. He will give tips on how to attract these birds, what to feed them and how to enjoy these different species at this time of the year.
1st District Road Update Forum
Tuesday, May 20th - 8:30 a.m.
Councilwoman Deb Hermann and Councilman Bill Skaggs will be hosting the next First District Road update forum on Tuesday, May 20th. For more information, contact Terri Wolfe, Administrative Assistant to Councilwoman Deb Herman, at 816-513-1624.
Cop Talk
Wednesday, May 21st - 6:00 p.m.
Cop Talk is an open forum where residents can meet with staff from both Northland police stations to discuss crime and other disorder.
Free Mental Wellness Screenings for Seniors
Friday, May 23: 9:00a.m. - Noon
Free Mental Wellness Screenings provided on behalf of Tri-County. All Northland Participants (60 years old & older) who complete a 5-minute mental wellness screening will enjoy complimentary Corner Cafe` cinnamon rolls, coffee, and are eligible to enter hourly prize drawings of Wallmart and HyVee Gift cards.
NNI Offices Closed
Northland Neighborhoods, Inc. will be closed on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. The office will re-open on Tuesday, May 27 at 8:00a.m.
Neighborhood Roundtable
Tuesday, May 27: 6:00p.m. - 8:00p.m.
NNI will host Terry Leeds, KCMO Overflow Control Program Division Manager and Sheila Shockey of Shockey Consulting Services, LLC to discuss one of the most costly projects facing the City of Kansas City. This will impact all community members financially and may disrupt neighborhoods throughout the course of construction. Please join us to learn more about the project and have your voice heard. Please reserve your seat by calling Jennifer Presberry at 454-2000.
A.B.O.P.T. (antifreeze, batteries, oil, paint & tires)
Saturday, June 7th - 8:00 a.m. until Noon
Northland Neighborhoods, Inc., the City of Kansas City and Antioch Center will provide residents an opportunity to safely dispose of household waste from 8:00a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 7, 2008 in the east parking lot (Chouteau Trafficway side) of Antioch Shopping Center. ABOPT is a first come-first served opportunity to dispose of environmentally sensitive materials in a safe, responsible way. For more information please contact Janet Shaffer at 454-2000.
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