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OP Convention Center joins Pete's Garden to combat large-scale food waste

OP Convention Center joins Pete's Garden to combat large-scale food waste

FEATURE PHOTO: Overland Park Convention Center leaders from Left to Right: Barb Silin, CMP, CTA – Sales Manager; Scott Riesterer, CMP – Director of Finance; and Ashley Flagler, CMP, SEPC – Director of Events. IMAGE COURTESY OF OVERLAND PARK CONVENTION CENTER

New restaurant model aims to shift hospitality industry

New restaurant model aims to shift hospitality industry

Image credit: Helix.

Jackson County CASA plans double-size expansion

Jackson County CASA plans double-size expansion

The expanded space will combine Jackson County CASA’s current quarters with new construction to provide additional housing for abused children. Rendering credit: Kansas City Design Group

City of KCMO launches plan to provide affordable housing

City of KCMO launches plan to provide affordable housing

One affordable housing idea includes the tiny home concept, which continues to gain popularity across the nation. Above: Escape Tampa Bay Village includes a neighborhood of 10 eco-friendly tiny homes in north Tampa, Fla. Image courtesy of Escape Tampa Bay Village.