December may not yet be here, but the signs are clear: leaves are changing colors, kids are practicing their songs, and housedad Ken Parton has already begun decorating for Christmas. Preparations are ...
Read More »The history of Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations in Kansas City
Thanksgiving and Christmas around the area are celebrated in a uniqueness that can only be Kansas City. New York has the Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade. The Dunkin Donuts Thanksgiving Parade is in ...
Read More »Photo albums at Thanksgiving can engage elders struggling with memory
Alzheimer’s Awareness Month comes each November when families gather together for Thanksgiving. That time together often shines a light on loved ones struggling with memory loss. Over 5 million Americans suffer from ...
Read More »Thanksgiving to be “most expensive meal in the history of the holiday”
Last summer, the Biden administration bragged about saving consumers a few cents on their July 4 celebrations. The news for Thanksgiving dinner will not be as good. According to a report published ...
Read More »Rush Limbaugh thankful, says doctors mum on days left from cancer
Talk show host Rush Limbaugh is grateful for his life despite being diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. His Christian faith gives him comfort. The veteran radio talk show host spoke to listeners ...
Read More »Americans remain thankful despite challenges of 2020
Family tops the list of things Americans are thankful for this holiday season, according to a new survey from Lifeway Research. More than four in five said they are thankful for their ...
Read More »Franklin Graham finds plenty of things for which to be thankful this year
Billy Graham, like many Americans, has still found much for which to show gratitude this year. Graham says he’s thankful to God for the continued opportunity to share the gospel despite the ...
Read More »Supreme Court slaps down Gov. Cuomo religious gatherings edict
Religious freedom was handed a victory late Wednesday when the U.S. Supreme Court blocked New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and other officials from limiting religious gatherings. The ruling has implications for other ...
Read More »Creative ways to make generous giving a family activity
Despite the many challenges of 2020, Americans are pausing this week to give things. The period of Thanksgiving through the new year traditionally sees the highest giving levels among individuals of all ...
Read More »Thanksgiving gathering guidelines reveal an astonishing level of government overreach
When we get to the point where individuals find it “natural” for the government to tell us how to take turns eating our Thanksgiving turkey, a pandemic is the least of our ...
Read More »How to be thankful in America’s chaos
Is this a year to be thankful? The year 2020 will go down as probably one of the most cultural shaping years of the United States and world in recent times. It ...
Read More »How to NOT Have a Blue, Blue, Blue Christmas
Since long before Elvis Presley first crooned those famous lyrics in 1957, Thanksgiving through the New Year has been a lonely reality for many who feel that “you might be doing all ...
Read More »Festival of Lights will open this weekend at Powell Gardens
Although the pandemic is putting a damper on many holiday traditions, the Festival of Lights will open this weekend at Powell Gardens, located east of Lee’s Summit on 50 Highway. Festivalgoers will ...
Read More »Turkey Bowl set for this weekend in Kansas City’s West Bottoms
The pandemic and recent cool temperatures have led to cabin fever for many Kansas Citians. With predicted temperatures in the 70s and plenty of room for social distancing, the West Bottoms area ...
Read More »Walmart will be closed on Thanksgiving this year
Walmart announced on Tuesday it will close all of its stores on Thanksgiving this year. The move shocked retail analysts who point to a trend in recent years in which Black Friday ...
Read More »Church and nightclub team up to serve the hungry on Thanksgiving
One reason why Jesus was so effective was that he was willing to go where the needs were the greatest, not just to the synagogues. A midtown Kansas City church is doing ...
Read More »‘Meathead’ actor Reiner compares evangelical Trump supporters to white supremacists
Actor Rob Reiner, made famous for his portrayal as Meathead in the 70s sitcom “All in the Family,” is being criticized from all sides for calling all Trump voters racist. He also accused ...
Read More »President Trump greeted with cheers from troops in Afghanistan
Troops cheered President Donald Trump as he made a surprise trip to visit to troops serving in Afghanistan on Thanksgiving Day. Photos of the Commander in Chief serving food to the troops ...
Read More »Singer Goulding flips on boycott threat of Dallas Cowboys over Salvation Army beliefs
The show must go on. Singer Ellie Goulding, who threatened not to perform at halftime of the Dallas Cowboys game on Thanksgiving, changed her mind after learning more about the mission of ...
Read More »President Trump issues proclamation honoring God on Thanksgiving Day
Metro Voice presents the Thanksgiving message of President Trump to the nation, unfiltered by the national media. November 27, 2019 THANKSGIVING DAY, 2019 – – – – – – – ...
Read More »Area highways very busy for Thanksgiving travel
A record 55 million Americans are traveling this week, journeying 50 miles or more away from home to celebrate Thanksgiving with three storms spanning the country. How will holiday travel affect Kansas and Missouri drivers? Those ...
Read More »Trump pardons turkey, defends Thanksgiving against critics
As some across the nation are pushing to do away with the celebration of Thanksgiving, President Donald Trump has vowed not to change the name of Thanksgiving. “As we gather together for ...
Read More »Avoiding the malls? Try celebrating Bless Friday instead
Although some people will be up before the crack of dawn in search of Black Friday bargains, others would rather not set foot anywhere near the mail. They may want to consider ...
Read More »Radio Christmas music kicks off this week
More people are exposed to the Gospel during the Christmas season than any other time of year. But you’d be surprised to know how–Christmas music on the radio. While some complain the ...
Read More »Avoid arguments at Thanksgiving, point others to Christ
As Thanksgiving approaches, you are likely to be surrounded by a few (or maybe many) family members who you would love to see trust in Christ. However, when conversations about the Savior ...
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