Month: February 2019

Rain in today’s forecast

Sleet or freezing rain is possible this morning along with rain, according to the National Weather Service. Slick roads are possible, especially on untreated surfaces, bridges and overpasses.

Ice remains in place on many side streets and sidewalks. Motorists were advised to take caution if heading out on the roads this morning.

In Wyandotte County, the temperature was 34 degrees at 9 a.m. with light rain and mist or fog in the area, the weather service said.

With the temperature so close to freezing, there might be isolated areas where the temperature varies slightly, resulting in slick roads, but temperatures are expected to rise throughout the day, reaching 35 degrees by 2 p.m. and 37 at 5 p.m.

The forecast for today called for a chance of rain before 10 a.m., then sleet possible, possibly mixed with snow between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., then rain after 11 a.m., the weather service said. Patchy fog is in the forecast.

Today’s high will be near 37 with an east wind of 7 to 9 mph. Total daytime snow and sleet accumulation of less than a half-inch is possible.

Tonight, there will be an 80 percent chance of rain before 1 a.m., then a chance of freezing drizzle between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m., followed by a slight chance of snow after 5 a.m., according to the weather service. Patchy fog is possible before midnight. The low will be 27 with a northeast wind of 6 to 15 mph becoming northwest after midnight. Winds may gust as high as 22 mph.

Tuesday, the high will be near 39 with a west northwest wind of 11 to 16 mph, gusting as high as 24 mph, the weather service said.

Tuesday night, it will be mostly clear, with a low of 22 and a west northwest wind of 5 to 9 mph becoming calm after midnight, according to the weather service.

Wednesday, it will be mostly sunny with a high near 51 and a south southeast wind of 5 to 11 mph, gusting as high as 21 mph, the weather service said.

Wednesday night, it will be partly cloudy, with a low of 37, according to the weather service.

Thursday, it will be partly sunny, with a high near 54, the weather service said.

Thursday night, there is a 50 percent chance of scattered snow showers after midnight, with a low of 19, according to the weather service.

Friday, there is a 30 percent chance of snow before noon, with a high near 26, the weather service said.

Friday night, it will be partly cloudy, with a low of 12, according to the weather service.

Saturday, it will be mostly sunny, with a high near 29, the weather service said.

Saturday night, it will be mostly cloudy, with a low of 16, according to the weather service.

Sunday, it will be partly sunny, with a high near 30, the weather service said.

Wyandotte County under winter weather advisory from 3 a.m. to 9 a.m. Feb. 11

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Wyandotte County from 3 a.m. to 9 a.m. Monday, Feb. 11.

A wintry mix of precipitation may develop over the area late Sunday night and may include light freezing drizzle, sleet and snow, the weather service said. It will change into rain Monday morning.

Less than an inch of sleet and snow, and a light glaze of ice is expected late Sunday night and early Monday morning, according to the weather service.

Freezing drizzle and sleet are possible before 3 a.m., then sleet between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m., followed by drizzle after 5 a.m., the weather service said.

Residents should expect slippery roads, with hazardous conditions affecting the morning commute, according to the weather service.

Motorists should expect slippery roads and limited visibility, and use caution while driving, the weather service said.

Wyandotte County also is under a dense fog advisory until 9 a.m. Monday, according to the weather service. Visibility of one-quarter mile or less is expected.

Poor visibility and condensation from the fog, contributing to wet and slick roads, could result in hazardous driving conditions, the weather service said.

Dense freezing fog is expected before 1 a.m., with dense fog after 1 a.m., according to the weather service. Sunday night’s low will be around 32.

Monday’s forecast is an 80 percent chance of rain with patchy dense fog, and a high near 36, the weather service said. An east wind will be 6 to 9 mph. Between a tenth and quarter-inch of precipitation is expected.

Monday night, rain or freezing drizzle is likely before 2 a.m., then a chance of snow and freezing drizzle between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m., followed by a chance of snow after 3 a.m., according to the weather service. There could be patchy fog before 7 p.m. The low will be around 29 with an east northeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest 11 to 16 mph after midnight. Winds may gust up to 21 mph.

For more information about the weather, visit www.weather.gov.

Community calendar

In the event of inclement weather, contact the sponsoring organization to see if the event is still being held.

Painting class offered
“Painting Winter Scenes” will be offered from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 11, 18 and 25 at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The program will be led by Mary Donovan. Call 913-906-8990 to register or for information.

Growth group offered for women
Affirmations and Living Free Growth Group for Women will meet from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 11, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group helps women change the way they think about themselves and their lives. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Free haircuts offered
 Free haircuts by Sylvia Do are offered by appointment from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 11, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. To schedule an appointment, call 913-906-8990.

Program offered on raising safe kids
 The “ACT Raising Safe Kids” program will be presented from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 11, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Heather Neds is the presenter. The program on Feb. 11 will be “Understanding and Controlling Parents’ Anger.” For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

KCK school board to meet Feb. 12
 The Kansas City, Kansas, Board of Education is scheduled to meet at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, at the Edison Elementary School, 1000 Locust, Kansas City, Kansas. An agenda may be posted at www.kckps.org.

Free tax preparation offered
 Beginning in February, AARP will provide free tax preparation services from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton Ave., Bonner Springs, Kansas. The program continues every Tuesday from Tuesday, Feb. 12, through Tuesday, April 9. Volunteer tax preparers will be at the Bonner Springs Library from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This location will be a walk-in site and people do not have to sign up in advance. There is a list of what items you should bring, available at the library’s checkout desk. There are guidelines on what kinds of returns they can help with, and check with the library in advance for details. For more information, visit https://bonnerlibrary.org/aarp-tax-assistance/.

Program offered on healthy relationships
 “Healthy Relationships: Domestic Violence Education and Support” will be offered from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group is facilitated by Jaime Peterson. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Programs offered for Spanish-speaking women
 Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas, offers programs for Spanish-speaking women: Grupo de mujeres: con lideres Ana Maria Sauer, Los Martes, 10-11:30 a.m. Grupo de salud emocional para la mujer, ofrecido por MOCSA, contacte a Sinead McDonough, llame al 816-285-1349, los Martes, 11:30-1 p.m. Espiritualidad Ignaciana presentado por los novicios Reynaldo Belfort, nSJ and Joe Nolla, nSJ, Jueves, 14 de Febrero, 1 – 3 p.m. – Descernimiento de la voz de Dios. Nutricion presented by Teresa Moreno, Jueves, 21 de Febrero, 10-11:30 a.m. Este programa le enseñara como cocinar comida deliciosa y nutritive de varias culturas. El centro de mujeres, Keeler ofrece consejeria espiritual a mujeres y hombres en espanol y ingles. Gratis. Se aceptan donaciones. Llame al 913-906-8990 para hacer su cita o para mas informacion. For more information and registration, call 913-906-8990.


Heart health program offered Feb. 12
 “Your Heart Is Important,” a program on ways to keep your heart healthy, will be presented from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Alex Kieu will be the guest speaker. For registration or more information, call 913-906-8990.

Parenting support group to meet
 A parenting support group will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb.12, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The education and support group is presented by Marqueia Watson, MSW. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Knitting and crocheting group to meet
 A knitting and crocheting group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Those attending may learn a new skill or work on a current project. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Self-defense program offered
 A women’s self-defense program will be offered from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The program is facilitated by Sidney Thompson. Kansas City Shizoku Karate Do will offer ways to defend oneself and others. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Women writers’ group to meet
 The Women Writers Group will meet from 1 to 2:15 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group will help writers develop, learn new approaches to writing and share their own writings.

Leavenworth Road Association meeting canceled
 This meeting has been canceled because of inclement weather. The Leavenworth Road Association will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, at the Eisenhower Center, 2901 N. 72nd St., Kansas City, Kansas. The potluck dinner and social hour will begin at 6 p.m., followed by the program at 7 p.m. The guest speaker will be District Attorney Mark Dupree. The dinner menu will include a provided meatball sub bake casserole, with those attending bringing another covered dish to share with the group.

Book club to meet Feb. 12
 The Book Club will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, at Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The book under discussion will be “Americanah” by C.N. Adichie. For registration or more information, call 913-906-8990.

Learn how to make greeting cards
 “Beautiful Cards” will be offered from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Those attending will create personalized cards. Supplies will be provided. For registration or more information, call 913-906-8990.

Learn what’s in cosmetics
 “Know What’s in Your Cosmetics” will be offered from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The program is facilitated by Laura Kieu. For registration or more information, call 913-906-8990.

Women’s chamber to meet Feb. 13
 The Kansas City, Kansas, Women’s Chamber of Commerce will meet from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, at Providence Medical Center, Auditoriums B and C, 8929 Parallel Parkway, Kansas City, Kansas. The program will be the “Go Red For Women Heart Healthy Luncheon.” Dr. Prashanth Katrapati will speak on how women can help prevent, be aware of symptoms and treat heart disease. The cost of the luncheon is $20 for members and $25 for nonmembers. For more information, visit http://kckwomenschamber.org/event/go-red-for-women-awareness-luncheon/.

UG to hold public meetings on new downtown grocery store
 The Unified Government will hold meetings allowing the public to give their opinions on the new downtown grocery store on Feb. 13 and 21. Two meetings are scheduled Wednesday, Feb. 13, from noon to 1:30 p.m. and from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Memorial Hall, 600 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. Two meetings also are scheduled on Thursday, Feb. 21, from noon to 1:30 p.m. and from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Memorial Hall, 600 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas.

‘Pretty Nails’ program offered
 Appointments for a “Pretty Nails” program will be offered from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Feb. 14, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Those interested must call 913-906-8990 to schedule an appointment.

Blood drive to be Feb. 14
 Kansas City Kansas Community College is planning a Community Blood Center blood drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, at Room 2325, Jewell Center, 7250 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. To schedule a donation or for more information, visit www.esavealifenow.org or call 816-753-4040.

Fairfax Industrial Association to meet Feb. 14
 The Fairfax Industrial Association will meet from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, for lunch and a program. The meeting will be at the Board of Public Utilities, 540 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The BPU is the sponsor of the event. Guest speaker will be Joe Lieberman, speaker, coach, entrepreneur and author, who has written a book on self-awareness leadership. The cost of the luncheon is $25. Registration is required by 3 p.m. Feb. 12. For more information, visit https://fiakck.org.

Master Gardeners program to be Feb. 14

Because of the weather, the Master Gardeners presentation originally scheduled for Feb. 7 has been rescheduled for 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 14. Molly Keenan, project coordinator for New Roots for Refugees program in Kansas City, Kansas, will be the guest speaker. The event will take place Thursday, Feb. 14, in the Sunflower Room of the Wyandotte County Extension Office, 1216 N. 79th St., Kansas City, Kansas. There is a $5 fee, with currently certified Extension Master Gardeners admitted free. For information, call 913-299-9300.

Life after retirement to be topic of program
 “Managing Life After Retirement” is the topic of a program offered from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Chiquita Miller will cover the four social considerations for retirement, and will help those attending make a plan for retirement living. For registration or more information, call 913-906-8990.

‘Path to Home Ownership’ to be discussed
 “Path to Home Ownership,” a program where the process of buying a home will be discussed will be presented from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Reese Nichols will present the program.

UG Ethics Commission to meet Feb. 14
 The Unified Government Ethics Commission will meet at 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, at the second floor, Wyandotte County Courthouse, Division 18, in the old county commissioners’ chambers, 710 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas.

UG Commission to meet Feb. 14
 The Unified Government Commission is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, at the Commission Chambers, lobby level, City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. An agenda may be posted at www.wycokck.org.

Democrats scheduled to meet Saturday

The Wyandotte County Third Saturday Democratic Breakfast is scheduled to meet on Saturday morning, Feb. 16, at Las Islas Marias, 7516 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The speakers will be Unified Government Mayor and CEO David Alvey and State Rep. Pam Curtis, D-32nd Dist., chair of the Wyandotte County legislative delegation. A breakfast buffet will be available at 8:15 a.m. Saturday, with the forum at 9 a.m. The cost of the breakfast is $10, or $6 for students and those on limited incomes. Those attending do not have to purchase a breakfast. The event is open to Democrats, and reservations for those planning to attend are requested to [email protected].

Black History Banquet scheduled Feb. 16
 The 27th annual Black History and Scholarship Banquet will be Saturday, Feb. 16, at the Jack Reardon Convention Center, 500 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The host of the event is the Unified Government Black History Committee. The social hour will begin at 5 p.m., followed by the banquet at 6 p.m. The keynote speaker this year is Tyrone Flowers, a native of Kansas City, Missouri, who is the founder of Higher M-Pact, a community-based organization dedicating to transforming youth into leaders. Flowers faced many challenges growing up during his childhood, but his determination and faith brought him through the adversities in life to fulfilling his God given-purpose. He will address this year’s theme, “21st Century Expressions: Dreams, Struggles and Wisdom.” In addition to the keynote speaker, this year the achievements of two successful business owners and a professional who is making a difference in the community will be highlighted. Despite the challenges of access to capital, business resources and discriminatory practices, minority entrepreneurs have overcome challenges to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. The main highlight and purpose of the event is the recognition of local colleges and check presentation in support of promising students who have a desire to pursue a post-secondary education. To purchase tickets or for more information, contact LaMonica Upton or Deasiray Bush,[email protected] or 913-573-5284.

Blood drive planned Feb. 19
 Bishop Ward High School is planning a Community Blood Center blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, at the school gym, 708 N. 18th St., Kansas City, Kansas. To schedule a donation or for more information, visit www.esavealifenow.org or call 816-753-4040.

UG Commission to meet Feb. 28
 The Unified Government Commission is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, in the Commission Chambers, lobby level, City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. An agenda may be posted at www.wycokck.org.

Opening day at lake to be March 2
 The opening day at Wyandotte County Lake is scheduled for Saturday, March 2. In conjunction with the lake opening, the Leavenworth Road Association will sponsor a biscuits and sausage gravy breakfast from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. March 2 at the Davis Hall. The cost of the breakfast will be $10 for adults and a smaller portion at half-price for children 12 and younger. Breakfast includes two biscuits, sausage gravy, two sausage patties, coffee, milk or orange juice. The breakfast is a fundraiser for the Leavenworth Road Association.

Exercise program offered for older adults
 Stay Strong, Stay Healthy – 11 a.m. to noon starting March 5 for Level 1, and 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. starting March 5 for Level 2 at the K-State Extension office, 1216 N. 79th St., Kansas City, Kansas. This is an exercise program for older adults and it targets strength, balance and flexibility. For more information about the classes, call 913-299-9300 or email [email protected].

Dining with Diabetes program offered
 Dining with Diabetes – 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. every Wednesday for four weeks, starting March 6 at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. For more information about the classes, call 913-299-9300 or email [email protected].

Two legislative coffees set for Saturday, March 30
The League of Women Voters, the Kansas City, Kansas, Public Library and the Bonner Springs City Library will hold legislative coffees on Saturday, March 30. One coffee will begin at 10:30 a.m. March 30 at the Main Kansas City, Kansas, Public Library, 625 Minnesota Ave. A second coffee will be held at 1:30 p.m. March 30 at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton, Bonner Springs. Legislators who are planning to attend the coffee at the KCK library include Sen. David Haley, D-4th Dist., Sen. Kevin Braun, R-5th Dist., Rep. Pam Curtis, D-32nd Dist., Rep. Valdenia Winn, D-34th Dist., Rep. Kathy Wolfe Moore, D-36th Dist., and Rep. Stan Frownfelter, D-37th Dist. Legislators who plan to attend the coffee at Bonner Springs City Library on March 30 include Sen. Pat Pettey, D-6th Dist., Sen. Kevin Braun, R-5th Dist., and Rep. Tom Burroughs, D-33rd Dist. The legislative coffees are open to the public.

WyCo Ethnic Festival to be April 13
 The WyCo Ethnic Festival will be Saturday, April 13, at the Kansas City Kansas Community College field house, 7250 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Hours of the event are 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Music, dance and educational booths are planned at the festival. The festival promotes better understanding among people of different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. There is no admission charge to the festival, and it is open to the public. Ethnic foods will be available for purchase. For more information, visit www.freewebs.com/wycoethnicfestival.

Counseling offered
 Keeler Women’s Center, offers individual and couples counseling and individual spiritual direction to women and men —available in English and Spanish. Nothing is billed. Donations are accepted. Call 913-906-8990 for information.


Wyandotte County Museum
For information about the Wyandotte County Museum, 631 N. 126th St., Bonner Springs, call 913-573-5002 or visit https://www.facebook.com/wycomuseum/.


Strawberry Hill Museum
 For information about The Strawberry Hill Museum, 720 N. 4th St., Kansas City, Kansas, call 913-371-3264 or visit www.strawberryhillmuseum.org.


Grinter Place Museum
 The Grinter Place State Historic Site, 1420 S. 78th St., Kansas City, Kan., is one of the oldest homes in the area, built in 1857. For more information about hours and days it is open, call 913-299-0373 or visit http://www.kshs.org/p/grinter-place-plan-your-visit/15857.