Cat lovers, rejoice!  There are lots of them in our area that are waiting to be adopted and you might just be the one they're looking for! These kitties are in need of loving "forever homes" so if you have room in your heart, become a pet parent today.  Here are a few of the little ones looking for homes: Pet Name: Terri Breed: Domestic Short Hair Age:... [Read more...]

Feel like grabbing breakfast, lunch or some combination? There are many restaurants I could mention here since there is a huge variety of great restaurants to choose from.  I would like to focus on two here, so read about them below and how Yelp users rate each.  Have you been to either of these, Hampton Woods? Source: Yelp Name: Le Peep Restaurant Location:... [Read more...]

If you’re jumping on the “green” bandwagon, what better time is there than around Super Bowl time? The event is known not only for the game and half-time show but also for the crazy clean-up that follows.  You know, all those red plastic cups all over the place and disposable plates lining the room.  If you’re the one doing the entertainment that... [Read more...]

If you're ready to take in an animal and make him a part of your family, you have lots of decisions to make: what breed, size, and more.  Below are some dogs who are ready for their forever homes.  Take a look and adopt today! Pet Name: Pixie Breed: Dachshund Age: Senior Male or Female: F Size: S Kansas City & surrounding area adoptions only.... [Read more...]

As I mentioned in a previous post, Zumba is one of the biggest fitness crazes to hit the dance scene in the last few years.  I have heard so much about it that I started getting irritated.  My thought was, “It’s Zumba! Okay, get over it!” Then I broke down and took a class.  I have now jumped on the Zumba bandwagon.  Yes, I am now one of those people... [Read more...]

If you haven’t visited the Shawnee area, allow me to introduce you.  Located in close proximity to Kansas City, Shawnee is situated in northwest Johnson County in Kansas – a western suburb of Kansas City, Missouri.  We are a very bike-friendly community, and Shawnee was the first city in our metro area to adopt a bike transportation plan that included on-road... [Read more...]

Looking for something to do when you feel like hibernating from the cold? What about hitting the cinema? As you will see from the movie listings below, you can catch a flick in any genre you're interested in! Check out what's out now: AMC Town Center 20 11701 Nall Rd Leawood, KS 66211 The Adventures of Tintin 3D The Adventures of Tintin Alvin... [Read more...]

Congratulations go out to Blue Valley West High School for one of their freshmen’s win in a math contest.  Freshman Shyam Narayanan finished first in the third annual Who Wants to Be a Mathematician, which took place on Friday in Boston. The Blue Valley West student competed against 9 other contestants who were selected based on their scores on a qualifying... [Read more...]