Locals Shocked to Learn What Once Stood at 500 Main St. in KC
Kansas City, MO. - When driving along the 500 block of Main Street in Kansas City, you pass an unassuming parking lot. And chances are, if you've ever needed to find a place to park downtown, you might have used (and been quite grateful to find) that lot.
Read full storyLocal Nirvana Fan Seeks Photos and Footage of Band's KCK Concert 30 Years Ago
Kansas City, MO. - You can often come across interesting stories from the past on the Local Kansas City History Buffs Facebook group. Like famous band concerts in the area, for example.
Read full storyConnect in KC: Enjoy Good Drinks and New Connections at Oct 25th Event
Kansas City, MO. - Professionals in the Kansas City area, which can include employees, freelancers, consultants, and even business owners, have a chance to connect at the next Connections Networking Event: "Meet Me at East Forty."
Read full story25 Jobs in Kansas City That Pay Over $25 an Hour
Kansas City, MO. - In addition to a rock-bottom unemployment rate of just 3.8%, workers also benefit from a wide range of jobs in Kansas City. For example, major employers in the city include Children's Mercy Hospital, Hallmark, H&R Block, Commerce Bank, Cerner Corporation, and St. Luke's Health System, among other large companies.
Read full storyCan Jackson County Property Owners Get Any Relief From Skyrocketing Assessments?
Kansas City, MO. - In just a few short weeks, Jackson County property owners will begin receiving their real estate tax statements in the mail. And for many residents, especially for those on fixed incomes (like seniors), skyroketing property valuations by the County Assessors Office have them fearing just how much they'll owe in property taxes this year.
Read full storyUnveiling the Strangest Finds on Craigslist Chicago
Craigslist Chicago is known for its eccentric offerings. In fact, you can often find some of the strangest things for sale (and sometimes for free) from locals with peculiar hobbies and collections.
Read full story5 of the Weirdest Finds on Craigslist Kansas City
When it comes to online marketplaces, Craigslist is a treasure trove of unique and unexpected discoveries. From vintage collectibles to bizarre oddities, the classified section of Craigslist Kansas City has seen it all. The next time you need to find something unusual or a bit out of the ordinary, the local classied ads site might very well be the place to look.
Read full story10 Free Things to Do in Washington DC
Washington DC, the capital of the United States, is known for its historical significance, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culture. While the city offers countless attractions and activities, not all of them have to break the bank.
Read full story5 Free Things to Do in Branson
When it comes to free things to do in Branson, the popular vacation destination tucked deep in the Ozark Mountains has you covered. From hiking along beautiful lake shores to listening to a free outdoor concert, there are numerous activities for the the whole famil to enjoy that don't have to break the bank.
Read full story7 Joplin Apartments Under $700 a Month
Joplin, MO. - The average rent in Joplin can range from $562 for a studio apartment to nearly $1,100 or a four-bedroom unit. While those rental rates are lower than most cities across the country, it can still be a lot of money to pay for housing every month, depending on your financial circumstances. Luckily, the Joplin metro still offers several affordable housing options for renters.
Read full story8 Houston Apartments Under $800 a Month
Houston, TX. - Even though Houston is the fourth-largest city in the country, the metro area still enjoys a lower cost of living than many other parts of the country. However, the cost of housing, especially rentals, has gone up considerably in recent years. For example, the average cost to rent an apartment in in the city is now over $1,300 a month. Depending on your financial circumstances, that might be unaffordable.
Read full story15 McDonald County Blue-Collar Jobs That Pay Over $15 an Hour
McDonald County, MO. - Earlier this month, the McDonald County community was rocked by the sudden announcement that Tyson Food's plans to close the company's Noel, MO, facility in October.
Read full story10 Tampa Companies That Pay Over $40 an Hour
Tampa, Fla. - The Tampa Bay region continues to have one of the country's hottest job markets. For example, employers in the metro have over 63,000 job openings to fill, according to Indeed. Furthermore, many of these positions come with competitive salaries and benefits.
Read full story10 St. Louis Area Companies Cutting Jobs
St. Louis, MO. - While the unemployment rate in the St. Louis region remains historically low around 2.9%, not all workers in the metro have been so lucky in 2023. For example, a growing number of companies have announced layoffs in an effort to cut costs amid an increasingly challenging economic picture. In fact, multiple employers have cut several hundred jobs this year.
Read full story10 Nodaway County Companies That Pay Over $25 an Hour
Maryville, MO. - Located around an hour north of the Kansas City metro, Nodaway County offers workers a surprising number of career opportunities. For example, employers in the Maryville area have over 350 job openings, according to Indeed. Workers can find good-paying employment in fields related to blue-collar occupations and even professional roles, in addition to farming and agriculture.
Read full story10 Miami Companies That Pay Over $45 an Hour
Miami, Fla. - South Florida continues to have one of the hottest job markets in America. For example, a search on Indeed shows that employers in the Miami area have nearly 70,000 job openings to fill. And many of these positions come with salaries of $90,000 a year or higher.
Read full story10 Kansas City Companies Cutting Jobs
Kansas City, MO. - While Kansas City still enjoys a near record-low unemployment rate of 3.4%, not all workers in the metro have been as lucky this year. Take those that have received pink slips, for example.
Read full story10 Jacksonville Companies That Pay Over $40 an Hour
Jacksonville, Fla. - Not all of the best-paying jobs in Florida are located in Miami. For example, employers in the Jacksonville metro are hiring to fill are hiring to fill 30,000 job openings, of which, 5,500 come with salaries of $80,000 a year or more, according to Indeed.
Read full story10 San Diego Companies Hiring to Fill Work From Home Jobs
San Diego, CA. - Despite the fact that many San Diego area workers have returned to the office since the end of the pandemic, a growing number of employers in the metro continue to allow their employees to work from home.
Read full story10 Metro East Companies That Pay Over $40 an Hour
Belleville, IL. - Not all of the quality jobs in the St. Louis region are located in the Missouri side of the metro. In fact, many employers in the Metro East offer good-paying career opportunities that even rival what workers earn in St. Louis City or County.
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