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June 1, 2009 www.unews.com Vol. 76, Issue 31 Walt Bodine: a long life of journalism

KELLEY KATES show involved sports announcing. CONTRIBUTING WRITER “I remember the first day I was there, I came to my horror. I was ome consider Walt Bodine a looking at the log and I saw at the journalism legend. end of the log I was to preside over Many recognize Bodine 15 minutes of sports. For a week, I from his show heard on 89.3 struggled with it and on the final KCUR, but that is just one day of the week, on a Friday, they Saspect of his long-lasting career. came out and presented me with Bodine has been a regular in the my paycheck and said, ‘That’s all journalism business for nearly 60 we’ll need, thank you.’” years. He has worked for news sta- Bodine’s father picked him tions such as Fox 4 and Channel 9, up from Sedalia. Bodine said he as well as various radio stations. looked off into the distance and As for writing for newspapers, thought, “Boy, for two years I’ve Bodine said, “You write every- been trying to get a job and here thing that someone asks you to I am, I finally got one and I’m write if you can, and I did and I do, canned in one week.” I still do even now. Now, right now From there, Bodine received a in my older age, I’m blind. But that position with better pay in Atchin- doesn’t stop me from working or son, Kan., where he soon became from doing what I do.” the program director at the station. His current run at KCUR has He remembers hearing reports of lasted for 25 years and his show is a place called Pearl Harbor (some- broadcasted from 10-11 a.m. Mon- where he had never heard of) on his day through Friday. train ride to work in Atchinson. Bodine got his start in journal- “Everywhere I was going I was ism through broadcasting and an- hearing the voices of the big net- nouncing, but moved into news re- work stations, NBC and ABC and porting. others, talking about the war and “I just hired on as an announcer, everything about it, the death toll and that’s okay, except that very and things like that. And I got to the soon after that I found out that Photo ALEXIA STOUT-LANG station, I went upstairs and called news was much more important Walt Bodine has been a journalist for nearly 60 years working in many different mediums. in the staff and said ‘Look, we’ve and much more interesting, and I got to do something. We’re here managed to work my way into the “I’ve been interested in every Bodine had been going from Sedalia. He immediately went to playing music off of records that news room and from there on I’ve job I’ve had I think with the pos- radio station to radio station try- the station and was given the job. are mailed to us free of charge, just gone step-by-step and here I sible exception of the first one,” ing to get a job when he was tipped The unfortunate part of it for am,” Bodine explained. Bodine said. off about an opening at KDRO in Bodine was that a portion of his See BODINE I page 6

Climbing the highest mountains

lowed to enroll in classes because of moved back to St. Louis with his had a chance.” One student’s quest an outstanding debt he owed to the family and began taking visiting Turner said being cleared by the INSIDE university. courses at UMSL. court was just the beginning of the for redemption As a result of not But each semes- recovery process. His name had been being enrolled, he ter, he returned to blemished in more ways than one. ALEXIA STOUT-LANG NEWS EDITOR was forced to resign UMKC to inquire “When I tried to get a job, em- GO LOCO FOR LOCAL from his position as about enrollment. ployers would Google my name and comptroller for the After nearly a newspaper articles about the issue VENDORS For one UMKC graduate, tribula- Student Government year of waiting and would come up,” he said. “I am a PGS. 12 & 13 tion fueled a determination to suc- Association (SGA). three court appear- nervous wreck when I apply for a job ceed. Despite his situa- ances, Turner was or an internship.” Kwame Turner, who just gradu- tion, he continued go- eventually cleared But he was determined to suc- ated with a degree in Film and Politi- ing to classes while of all charges. The ceed. So he decided to try, once cal Science with plans to attend Law he spoke with admin- reason the pro- again, to return to school. School at St. Louis University, has SUMMER PATIO GUIDE istration about enroll- ceedings were ex- Last June, Turner returned to PGS. 15, 16 &17 had a challenging past couple years ing, and he showed up tended so long was UMKC and started summer school. by most people’s standards. for SGA meetings. that UMKC had to He was allowed to enroll full-time. But he now says he became a The straw that go through an ap- “The one thing UMKC still had stronger person because of it. broke the camel’s proval process to was my degree,” Turner said. “They “The only thing I can think that back came in October release the security would not release it until I paid my came out of all of this bad stuff that ONE-ON-ONE WITH 2006 when Turner Photo courtesy KWAME TURNER tapes from the room debt. It took a lot out of me seeing all has happened to me is that it allowed was accused by a fel- Kwame Turner where the alleged these people from my past.” DIRECTOR me to go home and become a man,” low student of sexual act occurred. Laurence Leach, who has known RIAN JOHNSON Turner said. “I used to think I was misconduct. “I could say I thank my public Turner since Turner originally came PAGE 9 invincible.” After three years at UMKC serv- defender,” he said. “But I thank God to UMKC, said he is impressed with Turner’s string of bad luck began ing as an RA, orientation leader, there was a surveillance tape, be- in August 2006 when he was not al- cheerleader and comptroller, he cause without that I would not have See TURNER I page 6 2

June 1, 2009 News www.unews.com Briefly Mentioned BY ALEXIA STOUT-LANG PoliceBlotterby ALEXIA STOUT-LANG Campus May 12 back of the head by a scene dolly in the Performing Arts UMKC professor honored 11:29 p.m. Larceny – Center. She was transported A victim returned to a car by MAST to the emergency A UMKC professor of Physics was recognized by The ceremony was hosted by members of the Mis- parked in the Rockhill Park- room. the state for excellence in teaching. souri Coordinating Board for Higher Education and ing Structure to find a window Elizabeth R. Stoddard, Ph.D., was one of 15 educa- Gov. Jay Nixon. broken and computer speakers 6:36 p.m. Larceny - tors from colleges and universities state-wide selected “Because the award comes from my peers – so stolen out of the car. A victim left property unat- to receive the 2009 Governor’s Award for Excellence many great professors whom I admire so much – I tended while napping in Oak in Education. feel tremendously humbled and honored,” Stoddard May 13 Place Apartments. The sus- The award is given for high standards of perfor- said in a press release. “I feel lucky to be an educator, pect took her property and left mance in the areas of effective teaching, innovative working along with my colleagues here at UMKC and the area. 1:48 a.m. Property Damage – course design and delivery, effective advising, ser- striving to serve students and teachers better every A suspect broke the window of May 22 vice to the university community, commitment to day. That is intrinsically motivating to me.” a vehicle at the 5400 block of high standards of excellence and success in nurturing Stoddard came to UMKC in 2001 and has since Charlotte Street and ran from 6:05 p.m. Auto Theft - student achievement. secured $1.1 million for teacher education programs. the scene. The report was unfounded. The vehicle was towed from Science museum gets a new name 10:06 a.m. Traffic Arrest – 50th Street and Rockhill Road A suspect was arrested at the by KCPD. The UMKC Geosciences Museum recently re- gems and fossils came from Sutton’s private collection. 5200 block of Rockhill Road ceived a new name in honor of a benefactor. A highlight from the more than 3,000 specimens for driving with a suspended May 23 The late Dr. Richard L. Sutton, Jr., a dermatologist from around the world includes a giant ammonite fos- license and driving the wrong and adjunct geology faculty member, was recognized sil shell, which measures 30 inches across and is esti- way down a one way street. 12:22 a.m. Drug Offense - for his role in opening the museum in 1973. In an of- mated to be about 80 million years old. A suspect was arrested at 50th ficial ceremony held May 2, the museum’s name was “Dr. Sutton made this museum possible, so it only May 15 Street and Rockhill Road on changed to the Richard L. Sutton, Jr., M.D. Museum makes sense that it would be named after this extraor- warrants and possession of a of Geosciences. dinarily generous benefactor,” Raymond Coveney, controlled substance. More than half of the museum’s collection of minerals, professor of Geosciences, said in a press release. 7:34 p.m. Injury - A victim was struck in the 3:18 a.m. Fire - face while playing basketball A computer disk drive over- New Letters hosts writing conference in Swinney Recreation Center, heated and caused the fire The annual Weekend Writing Conference, “Writ- the Diastole House, 2501 Holmes St. but he refused medical treat- alarm to go off in Newcomb ment at the scene. ing for Love, Money, & Immortality,” comes to Throughout the weekend, writers and instructors Hall. KCFD was notified and UMKC June 26. will speak about poetry, fiction, screen and stage responded. Hosted by New Letters, UMKC’s international writing, nonfiction and memoir. May 16 magazine of writing and art, the event will feature The conference is open to writers, community Illness - 3:58 a.m. writer Robert Olen Butler as the keynote speaker. members and students. 1:03 a.m. Warrant Arrest - A visitor knocked a vent loose Butler’s story collection, “A Good Scent from a Students can attend the conference for one to three A suspect was arrested on a from the wall in Swinney Rec- Strange Mountain,” won a Pulitzer prize. credit hours at regular price tuition or noncredit for traffic stop for outstanding reation Center and the smell On June 27 and 28, the conference will be held at $149 plus an incidental fee. warrants. made him ill. MAST was noti- fied and responded. Eight Education grads sign contracts 2:24 a.m. Traffic Arrest - A suspect was arrested at May 24 The first eight graduates from the UMKC School McKinley Elementary and Britney Sanders to New Volker Boulevard and Rockh- of Education’s Institute for Urban Education are now Chelsea Elementary. ill Road for driving while un- 1:48 a.m. Assist Outside officially teachers. In Kansas City, Mo., Alexandra Clayton, Teonna der the influence. Agency - On May 28, the recent grads signed contracts with Lee and Janita Butler will go to Garfield or Garcia An officer was flagged down the Kansas City, Mo., Kansas City, Kan., and Hick- Elementary. May 18 at the 5400 block of Troost man Mills school districts. And in Hickman Mills, Asha Glover and Joanna Avenue to assist liquor con- In the Kansas City, Kan., schools, Destiny Byers Rieg will go to Dobbs Elementary. will go to Quindaro Elementary, Emily Hohendorf to 8:53 a.m. Larceny - trol agents. KCPD was noti- Information from KCPD result- fied and responded to the ed in the recovery of merchan- scene. dise being stolen from the Uni- versity Bookstore since March. May 27

May 19 12:35 p.m. Injury - Sustainability Team dreams in green A staff member cut his hand while working with equipment ALEXIA STOUT-LANG The Kansas City Area Transit Authority is will- 12:20 p.m. Injury - NEWS EDITOR at the Medical School. ing to offer the passes if it is a mandated fee for all A victim was struck in the students. The fee to students would be around $1.50 Even as most of the university breaks for summer, per-credit-hour. Students will be voting on the issue the Sustainability Team is keeping an eye on the goal of in the fall. greening campus. Additionally, Swinney Recreation Center now offers Campus Crimes as of May 29 The Sustainability Team held their final meeting of the four bikes that can be checked out by the hour. spring semester April 29 to discuss the progress made in The other areas of focus for 2009 (in order of impor- their eight key areas of focus for 2009 and to develop game tance as assigned by the team) include, sustainability CRIMES 2008 YTD 2009 YTD plans for summer. support, education, green purchasing, residential life, BURGLARY* 7 6 Out of the eight areas of focus, the team’s top priority is recycling, landscape and resource. ROBBERY 0 0 transportation, and many advancements are being made. Each of these areas have representatives who plan to MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT* 0 2 A bike-centric map of campus is in the making, ac- push for the goals over the summer. The next Sustainability Team meeting is 2-3 p.m. on LARCENY 76 55 cording to Beau Baker, from Bridging the Gap. Throughout the summer, Baker hopes to place bike July 29 in the Gillham Room of the Administrative Cen- AGGRAVATED ASSAULT 0 0 racks across campus where they will be used the most. ter. All meetings are open to anyone who would like to COMMON ASSAULT 2 4 “I don’t think anyone really knew where all of the attend. FORCIBLE SEX OFFENSES 0 1 racks are,” Baker said. “Now we will have that on our The team is discussing scheduling field trips during map.” regular meetings. One of the first places they plan to visit DRUG LAW VIOLATIONS 3 3 The team also discussed bus passes for university em- during the fall semester is the Deffenbaugh Recycling Plant. * MOTOR VEHICLE THEFTS AND BURGLARIES INCLUDE ATTEMPTS ployees and students. Discounted bus passes for students was one of the Contact Kaye Johnston, Sustainability Team leader, concerns students brought before administrators during at [email protected] for more information. the Tent State event in April. [email protected] 3 www.unews.com News June 1, 2009 A day in the life: Finance Professor

JESUS BUTLER nately, they never broke through to the main- CONTRIBUTING WRITER stream. “We did not have a really good lead singer,” Most UMKC professors want you to get Pruitt said, before admitting, “I was the lead a good education. One wants to change your singer.” life. Once he realized his chances of making the His name is Stephen Pruitt, and he’s a pro- big time with music were slim, Pruitt quit the fessor of Finance at the Henry W. Bloch School band. He continues playing music, however, of Business and Public Administration. and has since put together his own recording He says his favorite part of the job is face studio in his basement and reunited with for- time he gets with students. mer band mate and California-based guitar- “It’s the interaction with the students that ist Geoffrey Lawrence Wilcox to record new I like best,” Pruitt said. “Just the ability to original music (though, he described his cur- have these great interactions with a classroom rent sound as something closer to Boston or of people, to have some impact on their lives, Aerosmith). try to give them the information that they need You may be asking, how did an aspiring to survive and prosper in this world we have. rock star end up as a Finance professor? Ac- Photo courtesy STEPHEN PRUITT That’s just real important to me.” cording to Pruitt, it all started when he went Stephen Pruitt not only knows how to make math fun, he teaches how it can apply to life. For Pruitt, teaching his students goes be- to Ohio State University for his MBA after yond simply doling out the financial formulas graduating from Purdue. It was there he met pick up a new hobby: filmmaking. Though “Works in Progress” is still in prog- they’ll need to understand for success in the Gailen Hite, a Finance professor who inspired After dropping around $100,000 on equip- ress, Pruitt and his wife have already begun business world. him to do more with his life than take the path ment (including two Red One Digital Cinema writing the script for their second film, and he “Now the formulas, that’s important stuff, of least resistance. cameras, the same ones used in Hollywood said he has basic story ideas for at least three we’ve got to make sure people come out of here “You never remember the things you did films such as “Wanted” and “Angels and De- more after that. with competence in respect to that,” he said. with the path of least resistance,” Pruitt said. mons”) and spending the summer of 2008 do- While Pruitt claims some students love “But if that’s all I’ve imparted, then I’ve failed “The things that you studied really hard for, ing principal filming, he is now gearing up him and others hate him (“I’m not somebody at my job, in my opinion. There’s so much more that you worked hard for, those are the things to put the finishing touches on his first film, who they leave lukewarm,” he said), there is no to life than formulas, and so few people actu- you remember.” “Works in Progress.” The distinctly G-rated doubt he is one of the most memorable profes- ally figure that out until it’s too late.” It was Hite who suggested Pruitt teach rath- movie, which he co-wrote with his wife, Mary, sors UMKC students are likely to come across. Pruitt has no shortage of life experiences to er than work in the private sector. It was advice could be classified as a romantic comedy. But If nothing else, he is certainly passionate about draw from to inspire his students. He grew up Pruitt took seriously — after getting married Pruitt insisted it goes deeper than that. life, and the many hobbies and interests he in Indiana and went to Purdue University after and working three years in industry, Pruitt and “This is a really deep, intellectual movie,” maintains. graduating high school in 1975. However, col- his wife sold everything they had and moved to he said. “This is not a typical chick flick ro- “I love what I do, just the whole thing,” he lege was just a backup plan for what he really Florida, where Pruitt got his Ph.D. from Flori- mantic comedy.” said. “It’s been a really great thing.” wanted to do – music. da State University. Pruitt hopes to infuse his films, just like his To follow Stephen Pruitt’s film and music “With music, I was actually intent on being After “working his way up the food chain,” classroom lectures, with life lessons for view- exploits, visit www.nvr2l8.com. If you’d like a rock star up and through my junior year of Pruitt landed his current position at UMKC in ers to take away. to be an extra in the film “Works in Progress” college,” Pruitt said. 2000. “I can touch a hundred students in a class,” and are available for filming June 12 and 13, His band, Never2Late, experienced success He’s been teaching and doing research in he said. “I can potentially touch millions of send an e-mail to [email protected] express- all across Indiana with their Kansas and Rush his field ever since. But, not being one to rest people with a movie. I think that would be a ing your interest. influenced classic rock sound, but, unfortu- on his laurels, he decided a few years ago to lot of fun.” [email protected] Health Sciences reach out

ALEXIA STOUT-LANG lines, HIPPA and how it pertains to dentistry, sterilization NEWS EDITOR and more. Pathways to Nursing is a year-long program that also has Hospital Hill will soon be bustling with high school and a week-long campus residential event during the summer. college undergraduate students with dreams of entering the The program reaches out to students from minority and medical field. underrepresented populations with the goal of fulfilling the The UMKC Health Sciences departments offer summer need for nurses. programs that reach out to young people in this community, Students participate in learning activities, tour hospitals as well as neighboring communities, getting them one step and are given the opportunity to interact with a community closer to those dreams. of Nursing students. The School of Dentistry, the School of Medicine, the The School of Medicine Summer Scholars Program School of Pharmacy and the School of Nursing each offer a has been reaching out to minority and disadvantaged high program during the summer. school juniors and seniors in the Kansas City Metro area The PRIMO/AHEC Dental Assisting Program, of- since 1980. fered for a week each summer, accepts 10-12 rural students. During the month of July, students from Johnson and Students then complete an internship with dentists in their Wyandotte Counties in Kansas, and Jackson, Platte, Clay communities. and Cass Counties in Missouri, who have a desire and scho- In its sixth year, the purpose of the program is to train lastic ability to enter the medical field, participate in the much-needed dentists to serve in rural areas, according to program. John Cottrell, clinical instructor and director of Minority Students who have already attended the Summer Schol- and Special Programs. ars Program can attend the Advanced Summer Scholars “It gives them an idea of what it is like to be a dentist,” Program which focuses on clinical observation and offers Cottrell said. “They learn a lot.” a unit on Health Sciences Research. Of the 39 students who have participated in this pro- Students in the program participate in didactic and criti- gram, 17 are currently pre-dental/pre-dental hygiene stu- cal skills experiences as well as clinical rotations at Truman dents, nine are current dental or dental hygiene students Medical Center. with seven of the nine attending UMKC and one is cur- Lastly, the School of Pharmacy offers students a unique rently working as a dental assistant. opportunity to earn money while completing a summer “They are really a good group of students,” Cottrell program. said. The Hy-Vee/UMKC Summer Pharmacy Program com- The program provides free housing, meals, transpor- bines academic training and field experience. V i s i t tation, dental scrubs/protective eyewear and recreational Students are able to work in the Hy-Vee Pharmacy and activities. Students learn about infection control/personal receive a $600 bi-weekly stipend. www.unews.com protective equipment, cubical preparation, OSHA guide- [email protected] 4

June 1, 2009 News www.unews.com SIFE celebrates accomplishments JACQUELYN HOERMANN Chancellor Leo Morton. CONTRIBUTING WRITER The letter informed the team mem- bers and the audience that, “Donors The UMKC Students in Free En- recognize a winner when they see one, terprises (SIFE) team had much to and they continue to support UMKC celebrate at their year-end gathering on SIFE.” April 28. The UMKC SIFE team attended The team brought home a first-place the SIFE National Championships in finish at the Dallas Regional in April. Philadelphia in May. Results were not SIFE is a multidisciplinary cam- known at the time of publication. pus organization that allows students The winner of the National Cham- to utilize personal knowledge to create pionship has an opportunity to compete projects that improve their local com- at the international level in Frankfurt, munities. Germany. Jason Patterson, vice-president of Patterson ended the celebration with UMKC SIFE, explained that these a note of encouragement. projects allow SIFE team members to “[Let’s] kick some butt in nationals,” “implement programs that create real Patterson said. “There are a lot of good economic opportunities for members of teams, but we can take them on.” their communities.” Becky Helms, SIFE U.S.A. repre- Patterson said each SIFE team sentative, said she is excited for next must develop projects to teach the year. basics of the six SIFE criteria includ- Helms went on to say that SIFE is a ing, market economics, success skills, “true asset to have at UMKC, and will entrepreneurship, financial literacy, do great things.” environmental sustainability and busi- Next year, the team plans to further ness ethics. improve some of their current projects Sam Walton Fellow and Team Ad- and have a bigger outreach within the visor Cary Clark kicked off the celebra- Kansas City area. Photo JACQUELYN HOERMANN tion by reading a letter from UMKC [email protected] SIFE students won first place at the Dallas Regional in April. They celebrated at their April 28 meeting. Presidential cult Kool-Aid

TYLER ALLEN He believes the president has far more ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR power than the framers of the constitution intended him to have. Author Gene Healy believes Obama “We have a president that’s expected will go down in history as one of the least to heal the sick and teach our children popular presidents of all time. well, get you a job and democratize the “Barack Obama’s presidency will world,” he said. “We have a president most likely be a failed presidency,” Healy today that can fire the CEO of GM and said. who stands behind the warrantee of your But Healy isn’t a staunch conservative Chevy Suburban.” paling around with Rush Limbaugh. He blames this shift of massive power He is senior editor at the Cato Insti- to the president on everyone, from Ameri- tute, author of “The Cult of the Presi- can citizens to scholars and pundits. dency: America’s Dangerous Devotion to Healy said his book is a nonpartisan Executive Power” and critique of the office it- a self-described liber- “Barack Obama’s self and not of one presi- tarian. dent. He believes both Healy was at the presidency will most likely parties are responsible Kansas City Public be a failed presidency.” for giving too much Library’s downtown power to the president. branch on April 29 to GENE HEALY He recognized discuss his book and Author George W. Bush did explain why he be- many things during his lieves the presidential presidency to place an office holds too much power. enormous amount of power in the hands Healy used two terms to explain his of the president. predictions for Obama – the expectation But he argues Obama is not doing gap and the decay curve. much to reduce these powers. “The expectation gap is the vast dis- “Many of the people who screamed tance of what the public expects the bloody murder over George W. Bush’s president to do and what the president unilateralism, today are perfectly com- can actually accomplish,” he said. “And fortable with Barack Obama having an no president, in more than a generation, enormous concentration of power,” Healy has raised the expectations for the office said. as much as Barack Obama.” Healy laid out his problems with presi- The decay curve, Healy said, describes dential power, but offered no solutions. the decline in popularity that occurs when He only recognized the president’s the public realizes the president cannot duties have strayed from the original pur- accomplish everything he has promised pose set forth by the founders of the U.S. to do. “When a presidential candidate prom- Healy believes the American people ises to save the world and solve all of your place too much faith in the president, and problems, it’s not going to be pretty,” that those elected to office play into and Healy said. promote this idea. [email protected] 5 www.unews.com News June 1, 2009 Governor Nixon promotes Caring for Missourians

ALEXIA STOUT-LANG crease the number of stu- NEWS EDITOR dents entering the School of Medicine by seven next UMKC will directly year, increase enrollment benefit from a new initia- in the School of Dentistry tive to address the short- by 17 from fall 2010 to age of health care profes- 2013, add 12 students to sionals in Missouri. the online Master of Sci- Gov. Jay Nixon visited ence in Nursing program the Hospital Hill Cam- and renovate and outfit pus last Thursday to an- additional classroom and nounce that UMKC is one lab space for these stu- of the many colleges and dents. universities across the Although 79 Missouri state which will be part of counties are currently the Caring for Missouri- considered “health pro- ans program, an initiative fessional shortage areas,” to train more than 900 Nixon said students who health care professionals benefit from this grant to serve in critical-need are not required to stay areas. and serve in Missouri af- Forty million dollars ter graduating. Photos HILARY HEDGES from the state’s fiscal University of Missouri Above: Gov. Jay Nixon spoke to a class as students from Joplin, Mo. year 2010 budget will be President Gary Forsee listened via satellite. distributed to 26 Missouri said he looks forward to Right: Nixon met faculty and staff as he toured the Hospital Hill colleges and universities working with Nixon to Campus last Thursday. and UMKC is slated to ensure this program has a receive $11,814,460, more maximum positive impact than any other institu- for the people of Mis- tion. souri. These funds will in- [email protected] 6

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BODINE from page 1 Students push for radio and now here we are, there isn’t a person in Atchinson listening to us to- day. I’m sure ’cause they’re all listening to the network shows. So let’s get some station of their own talk going instead of a lot of music.’” KELLEY KATES unite the campus under one proj- with school spirit, and that’s So Bodine got a long distance micro- CONTRIBUTING WRITER ect. where the unity part comes in as phone on a wire and had a staff member “Especially being a commut- well on both ends.” drop it out the window of the station to Plans are in the works for a er school it’s hard to get people The plan for the new radio where he would be at on the street. new student-run radio station involved and united as well, so it station would be to broadcast it in Bodine’s idea was to interview the run through KCUR. will be a good way to get people the new student union, the cafete- people on the street about how they felt Student Sarah Troyer took on involved in more than just their ria, the dorms and by the Royall about what happened at Pearl Harbor. the idea of the new radio station own departments,” Troyer said. Hall hangout, Einstein Bros. Not many people were on the street, Bo- as her final project for a class She said Robert Beck, re- Troyer said this way students dine said, they were all inside listening to with Patty Cahill, general man- cording engineer of the Conser- walking around campus could what was going on, therefore he ad-libbed ager of KCUR. vatory, is on board and excited be in tune with what’s going on until a little, old lady came along. The vision of the radio sta- about the idea. around them. He asked her how she felt about what tion was originally born in bas- While the idea has caught the Listeners could hear talk has happened at Pearl Harbor and the ketball player Brian Goettinger attention of some students and shows and their own music. The fact that we were now in a war. who graduated this year. faculty, Troyer said, “Right now station would also do features on “She said, ‘Well I’ll tell you some- Goettinger is one of the main this is strictly a proposal so it’s UMKC athletes, all to get others thing, Sonny, I’ve got two nephews in people involved in the new stu- not actually happening yet, but interested and involved. the Philippines, and the Japanese was dent union, where the radio sta- Photo courtesy GOOGLE IMAGES we want it to.” She said the station would be supposed to be closing in on the Phil- Walt Bodine on the streets of Kansas City. tion would likely be located. Troyer said they will need closed circuit and right now they ippines. I’ll tell you this much, if those Troyer is attempting to carry students to help push this plan are looking into broadcasting Japanese lay a hand one of those boys, day and for what’s coming up. out the idea by handling all the through and that radio stations through the internet. I’m gonna go out there and break their “I’m an old man, I’ve been around a preliminary work along with have been attempted in the past, By going that route, they blank blank blank.’ Upon that saying the long time but I’ve learned a lot, lot, lot just other students and departments. but have failed. would bypass the need for a li- microphone went out of my hand, some- listening what comes over our network to Although the Communica- The main support behind the cense. one slowly pulled it back upstairs, and us and to our audience,” Bodine said. tions Studies would be highly in- radio station needs to be student Students interested in help- I was standing there with my hand still Bodine said he has covered many is- volved in the project, the idea is support and involvement. ing get the radio station idea up up in the shape it was when I was hold- sues in his years, such as tornadoes and to get students from all different “The two visions are one and running may contact Troyer ing the mic, and she was talking to my massive floods in Kansas City, and has areas involved. – to unite the campus and get at [email protected]. hand!” also had some amazing interviews with One of the ways they plan to in- experience, to get lots of differ- “We want to show the admin- Bodine said World War II was a fas- people such as Bobby Kennedy and Har- volve students is by allowing them to ent departments experience in istration that this is something cinating time to be in journalism. He ry S. Truman. earn credit hours for participation. doing their specific field work, that the campus wants and is in- also said he views the two-front war we He had an unplanned interview with Troyer feels that incorporat- you know hands on experience,” terested in,” Troyer said. are in now just as everyone else does. Truman in a booth at a restaurant down- ing students from all areas will Troyer said. “And two, to help [email protected] “I hope we know what we’re doing.” town while Truman was waiting for Bodine said he has worked at various Lyndon B. Johnson to meet him there. places along the way, but he loves and is As far as staying in one place goes, committed to NPR. Bodine said, “In broadcasting, you After every show he does, he returns have to have a wonderful roost to stay to his home, turns on NPR and listens on.” through supper time. Such as the one he has had at NPR. He said it prepares him for the next [email protected]

Tune into the Walt Bodine Show weekdays from 10-11 a.m on KCUR 89.3 FM or listen online at www.kcur.org/ListenLive.html.

TURNER from page 1 steam in a performance class taught by Scott Stackhouse. how he has handled himself. In an assigned rant, he spoke out about “Go from being big man on campus to the injustice he had endured and let his fel- the opposite and then back,” Leach said. low students and professor know the feel- “I mean it’s not exactly how things were ings he worked so hard to hide throughout before. But now he is much more mature. the ordeal. He is back on campus and he has moved “Can anybody make a complaint about on from the issue. It has prepared him for anybody and can they just get away with things that will come in the future. That’s it?” he asked. the way life is, right?” “I mean, can that girl do the same thing Leach said Turner has handled the en- to somebody else and just get away with tire situation well. it? This happens not just “He serves as “Everything I have gone at UMKC. It happens a good example of through has only made me around the country. how to handle your- These are just questions self when things stronger. I’m a better man.” I have that I thought I aren’t going well might not ever get an for you,” he said. KWAME TURNER answer.” “Handle yourself UMKC GRADUATE As a pre-Law stu- professionally, fol- dent, Turner said he has low the rules. It’s a thought a lot about the lot easier to make a situation worse than it laws in place and the people who can’t de- is to make it better. And he clearly made fend themselves. it better.” “There are two sides of every story,” Turner, who recently completed an he said. “But the number one thing about internship with Councilwoman Melba people is that people will believe whatever Curls, said things have been looking up they want to believe.” for him. With increased faith in God, Turner “Great things have been happening to said he is looking ahead to a brighter fu- me. I worked so hard to get to where I am ture. now.” “Everything I have gone through He said he is a little bitter about the has only made me stronger. I’m a better situation, but not angry. man.” He was finally able to release some [email protected] TGIFF! Your Guide to First Fridays

Galleries Arts Incubator Thank goodness it’s First Friday! On the first Friday of every month, the Crossroads 115 W. 18th St. A non-profit organization that helps District of Kansas City shines with creativity. By sunset the streets are full of people artists develop their careers. This is a enjoying the art, music and entertainment the area has to offer. great place to see a variety of artists’ work. Spectators can enjoy a glass of wine as they walk through the galleries of local Byron C. Cohen Gallery of Contem- artists and watch performers in the streets. Shops keep their doors open late, and porary Art almost every late-night hangout is hopping with live music. 2020 Baltimore Ave. Regina Benson: “On the Curve,” tex- This summer, First Fridays fall on June 5, July 3 and Aug. 7. We’ve compiled a list of tile installations of rusted silk and ray- great places to eat, drink and be merry. on, will be on display through July 11.

Kemper at the Crossroads 1901 Baltimore Avenue Jamie Warren: “You Are So Beautiful in the Face” is an exhibition of photog- raphy from the local artist and will be open for the duration of the summer. The opening reception is from 6-9 p.m. on Friday, June 5 and is free.

Blue Gallery 118 Southwest Blvd. Teresa Cole: “Full Circle” and Dan- iella Woolf: “Away with Words” runs through June 22. The artists will show- case their work with surface design.

Restaurants Lulu’s Thai Noodle Shop 333 Southwest Blvd. Voted best Thai and vegetarian restau- rant in KCMagazine in 2007, Lulu’s uses fresh ingredients without the MSG. They are open until 10 p.m. and serve a variety of loose-leaf tea, sake and import beer.

Grinders 417 E. 18th St. Late-night hangouts This locally owned restaurant, bar and music venue was featured on Food Net- Crosstown Station work’s “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.” 1522 McGee Road They serve New York-style pizza, sand- Every First Friday, they feature live wiches and wings, as well as weekly spe- music and artists throughout the cials. Grinders West, located next door, evening. Live artwork on stage and features deli favorites like build-your- throughout the venue along with great own salads and sandwiches. Grinders is acoustics and views make this place open until 1:30 a.m. and Grinders West an essential part of the Crossroads ex- until 10 p.m. perience.

Manny’s Restaurante Mexicano YJ’s Snack Bar 207 Southwest Blvd. 128 W. 18th St. This family-owned restaurant offers This locally owned café is open 24 great Mexican food at an affordable hours on the weekends and offers price. They’ve been around for more than breakfast after 3 a.m. Their menu 20 years and continue to be a staple of features a variety of cuisine and an Southwest Boulevard. Open until 10 p.m. outdoor seating area provides a great place to relax.

Town Topic 1900 Baltimore Ave. Local jazz man Mark Montgomery just named his new album “Town Topic” for proof that this little diner is a Kansas City icon. They are open 24 hours.

The Brick 1727 McGee St. No cover charge on First Fridays. The kitchen is open until 10 p.m. and drinks are served until 3 a.m. Local artists’ works are featured throughout the bar.

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NI N ROCKS THE STAGE by KELLEY KATES

Flashing lights, smoke and hard-core in- showing Reznor’s odd yet trance-inducing dustrial music filled Starlight Theatre last images of reptiles, pigs and, of course, Wednesday night as Nine Inch Nails (NIN) G.W. Bush turning into a monkey. That was took over the outdoor amphitheater. somewhat of a disappointment. Hard rock/metal fans were infused with Unfortunately, that was not the only dis- energy as soon as Nine Inch Nails erupted appointment of the evening. Reznor informed on stage, opening with “Terrible Lie,” a the audience this was NIN’s last tour. longstanding hit from their first album And to top that off, they only played for “Pretty Hate Machine”. an hour and 15 minutes leaving out songs like The music was loud and intense – every- “Closer,” “Only” and “Reptile.” Some fans thing a Nine Inch Nails fan could want. were pretty upset about this. Trent Reznor’s voice was perfect as he As I was leaving a passer-by shouted, “You ranged from quiet lows to hard-pounding wasted your money.” Although many people screams. raving afterwards, including myself, thought Reznor is an absolutely fascinating per- the show was magnificent. former with such intensity, you might feel It seemed as if NIN went back to the days like he is singing to you. of “Pretty Hate Machine” when they used a The way Reznor grabbed the micro- smaller venue and a simpler stage show. phone and sang into it with such force and The smaller venue, with only seating pres- passion made his performance reminiscent ent, did, however, rob the fans of creating

of every other NIN video or concert anyone Photo courtesy GOOGLE IMAGES mosh pits during songs like “March of the may have seen before. He sang as if he felt Nine Inch Nails played May 29 at Starlight Theater. Pigs” and did not allow for the rowdy concert the lyrics of the song as much as when he one would normally see at a NIN show. wrote them. and a beautiful balance of guitars, drums, them a backstage pass as a thank you gift Regardless, NIN put on an amazing per- The audience felt it too and displayed it industrial sounds and vocals. from NIN. formance as usual and ended with an encore through enthusiastic cheering, yelling and Reznor stopped mid-show to introduce his NIN performed many of their fan’s favor- by doing the old Johnny Cash remake “Hurt.” clapping after every song. band and to thank the audience for supporting ites such as “Discipline,” “Piggy,” “Wish,” The amphitheater lit up with lighters and Reznor showed off his extreme musical his cause in helping fan Eric De La Cruz, who “The Hand That Feeds” and “Burn,” from cell phones taking images and video of the talent throughout the show by playing the needs a heart transplant and cannot be insured the “Natural Born Killers” soundtrack. spell-bounding performance. keyboard, guitar and tambourine while sing- due to a pre-existing condition. One major difference about this concert The mellow, low sounds captivated the au- ing his gut-wrenching vocals. The sound Fans helped through donating to the from other Nails performances was that dience and left all of us begging for more. was incredible with no echoing or distortion Storey Dreams Foundation, which also got there was no large screen in the background [email protected]

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Nelson-Atkins director to retire

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art will Nelson-Atkins become a player on the soon see some changes in leadership. world stage.” After 27 years of service, Director/ He is the museum’s fourth director CEO of Nelson-Atkins Marc F. Wilson and has brought about great changes in announced he will be retiring June 1, the three decades he has served. 2010. “Marc has created an enormous lega- “It has been an honor and a privilege to cy in the art world, and that is a testament serve this treasured institution,” Wilson to his passion for connecting visitors with said in a press release. “We have come a great works of art,” said Louis Smith, a long way. The Nelson-Atkins of the past member of the Nelson-Atkins Board of has evolved into an institution known for Trustees. “We want to build on that in- its innovation and its high standards. In credible momentum as we plan for the the past three decades I have watched the next chapter at the Nelson-Atkins.”

Quilting jazzy

The American Jazz Museum has be- Johnson, Ph.D., will speak. come a quilter’s paradise. From 2-3 p.m. on June 17, Deb Rowden, From now through August, the museum Quilt Book Editor for the Kansas City Star, is hosting “Solo,” an exhibit of 40 quilts will speak. which celebrate the visual majesty of Afri- From 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 18 and can-American quilts all designed by Sonie 19, exhibit artist Sonié Joi Ruffin will teach Joi Ruffin. the Blue Room Community Quilt Work- Corresponding with the work being dis- shop open to quilters and quilt groups. played in the Changing Gallery, three lec- From 2-3 p.m. on July 16, Ned’ Ra tures and two workshops will be held. Bonds, a quilt artist, will speak. Check out the following: From 2-3 p.m. on July 29, exhibit artist From 2-3 p.m. on June 13, Dr. Pearlie Sonié Joi Ruffin will speak. 9 www.unews.com Culture June 1, 2009

BROTHERS BLOOM: BOYS WILL BE BOYS by ALEXIA STOUT-LANG w e i v e R e i v o M Explosives boom, dangers loom comedy meets film noir. and nothing is as it seems in the world Johnson calls it a “dark comedy.” seen through the eyes of “The Brothers He said he wanted to mesh a romance, Bloom.” action flick and comedy all into one so Written and directed by Rian John- it would have appeal to everyone. son, “The Brothers Bloom” is an off- He certainly did just that. the-wall tale of two brothers who take a It is the supposed danger of the ac- little longer than normal to grow out of tion that brings the characters togeth- their mischievous stages. er and the, at times, ridiculousness The boys spent their childhoods in of the action that keeps the audience a series of bad foster homes with each laughing. stay ending abruptly after they pull one With this only being Johnson’s of their elaborate schemes. second film, “The Brothers Bloom” Stephen, the older brother played by has tremendous strengths and only a Mark Ruffalo, prides himself in being few weaknesses which will surely be the playwright who carefully develops worked out with experience. the cons. One asset is the phenomenal cin- Bloom, played by Adrien Brody, is ematography captured as the group presented as a helpless, spineless, vic- travels from Athens to Prague to Mex- tim of his brother’s whims to gain a few ico to St. Petersburg on their grand bucks. adventure. His one desire throughout the entire Throughout, Johnson experiments Photo courtesy GOOGLE IMAGES film is to live a life that is not scripted with some unique camera shots, but Mark Ruffalo, Adrien Brody and Rinko Kikuchi (from left to right) star in “The Brothers Bloom.” by his big brother. somehow he makes them work in this Wanting so badly to retire from the artsy flick. conman business, Bloom agrees to par- On the downside, the naivety of the ticipate in just one more scam with his characters (and their apparent oblivi- brother – but it turns out to be a lot more ousness to it) borders on annoying. One-on-one with the director complicated than expected. Stephen seems to have no concept of The story line, as drafted by Ste- the fact that his cons can hurt people, During a world tour promoting “The Brothers Bloom,” phen, entails Bloom meeting Penelope Bloom is a grown man who can’t seem Writer and Director Rian Johnson sat down with U-News (Rachel Weisz), a lonely, single heiress to get a spine until it’s too late, Penel- to discuss the creative processes behind his new film. from New Jersey, romance her, take her ope goes around handing out millions Although this is only Johnson’s second film to be re- on the adventure of a lifetime, steal her like they are 25-cent packs of gum and leased for the big screen, making films is not a newly- millions and leave her safe and sound Bang Bang seems to be the all-knowing found passion. The graduate of USC’s School of Cinema- where they found her. one and yet she doesn’t say a word. Television has been entranced by the film-making process It fits perfectly with the brother’s This film is fun – there is no disput- since seventh grade when he began making short films motto of ‘The perfect con ends with ing that. And Johnson, who received with his buddies. everyone getting what they want.’ Pe- the Sundance Film Festival’s Special He said he thinks he has found success because he is nelope gets adventure and the boys get Jury Prize for Originality of Vision for doing what he loves and he gives it his all. the money. his first feature film “Brick,” as well as “I would tell film students to just keep at it and don’t However, when Penelope quickly many other awards, gets my vote for give up on your dreams,” Johnson said. “I spent my life sails into the unknown with Bloom, creativity. walking around with a video camera.” Stephen and their pyrotechnic associ- Laugh a little, cry a little and nod to Johnson said he doesn’t think he will ever assume he ate, Bang Bang (Rinko Kikuchi), no that sense of adventure hidden within has “arrived.” He said his passion is learning more about one plans for love to truly blossom in us all. You know you want to see this how to be good at what he does and every film is a learn- the unusual situation. movie. ing experience. Presented with a strange sense of Grade: A- humor, “The Brothers Bloom” is a [email protected]

Dating 101: Christian’s guide to campus relationships Summer Vacation CHRISTIAN ROSE I enjoy the summers and, this laundry. asleep still slightly tipsy from the their subdivision. STAFF WRITER year, decided not to take any classes. For lunch, I eat grilled cheese glass of wine I threw back while I let them keep their ideologies I needed a break — a sabbati- or bologna sandwiches, which have watching “Late Night,” I went to intact, but honestly I kept something Dear Readers, cal in a sense. I needed an extended already had the crusts removed and bed that evening entirely sober and as well. Summer is officially here. Al- holiday, away from the pressures that napkins are never required. resolved that I needed to break some In my life of schedules, dead- though students are nowhere in sight, are sometimes my life, so I decided I My dad makes sure the tanks are news to my parents. lines, disappointments and the occa- the campus is buzzing in anticipation would go on vacation. full on the four-wheeler and dirt bike I needed to somehow find the sional heartbreak, I am grateful that for their return. I didn’t go anywhere exotic or and that there are no knots in the courage to deliver the shocking truth I have one place that is my constant The lawnmowers are mowing, the foreign. Instead, I spent a week on fishing line. in vivid high definition — I am no safe harbor. hedge-trimmers are trimming and, my parents’ orchard up north. After two days there, I wondered longer 12. My parents not only provide an on clear days, you can almost hear the I love going home. Once there, I why I ever left home. Why would I After a few more days of putting endless supply of fodder for my col- faint gagging sounds of new sorority am a kid again. leave Mecca? off the inevitable conversation, I re- umn, but also an endless supply of girls developing eating disorders in There are no adulthood worries After four days there, I started to ceived a bittersweet phone call that unconditional love. preparation for Greek Week. like bills or bad dates. There are only remember. brought me back to reality. They are my fortress of soli- I love this time of year! go-carts, trampolines and afternoon At a restaurant, my mom ordered Vacation over. Back to work. tude. The air is scented with a sultry lemonade. a vodka gimlet and my dad a beer. I packed my suitcases and schnau- Once I finally arrived back in the mixture of summer heat, tanning oil My schnauzer and I can sleep And, before I could say “dirty mar- zer into the car, armed with a brown confines of Kansas City, though, I and chlorine. until we are ready to get up rather tini,” my mom told the cute waiter to bag full of cookies and a peanut but- made a bee-line to the nearest bar Backyard barbeques and pool par- than when the alarm-clock says we bring me a virgin daiquiri. ter and jelly sandwich … without the and ordered a super-sized gin and ties are a nightly occurrence and days must. It was hard to overcome that hu- crusts. tonic from a cute waiter. are trying to achieve the perfect golden I can eat Lucky Charms and miliation without the aid of some I looked in the rearview mirror Have a great summer. bronze. (I even try to tan between my watch cartoons until noon when my sort of alcohol. and saw my parents waving until I - Christian toes.) mom interrupts to collect my dirty Unlike most nights where I fall rounded the corner and drove out of [email protected] 10

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BEN FOLDS GRINDS THE KEYS

Photo courtesy GOOGLE IMAGES While 50,000 rockers crowded onto Liberty Memorial Mall Saturday night for Rockfest 2009, Ben Folds delivered yet another outstanding Kansas City performance down the street at the Crossroads KC at Grinders. Fans were full of energy, and even under his control. During “Not the Same,” he split the audience down the middle to sing backup vocals. Upon the songs ending, he jumped on top of his piano and conducted the crowd into its own jingle. His intensity along with the intimate venue and amazing weather made the night one to remember. British-girl group Rachel Unthank & The Winterset opened the show, but long lines kept many fans listening outside. Folds’ set list included songs from “Way to Normal”, released in 2008, and older hits from the days of Ben Folds Five. – Hilary Hedges

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ALEXIA STOUT-LANG “Well I’ve since, in the last two different genres and stuff you NEWS EDITOR years, added Jeremy Ylvisaker might as well be able to see Look for these playing guitar, and, most re- some comedy,” Ansari said. As the heat index goes up, many cently, Michael Lewis playing “And there is such an fun-aroo attractions: will be heading out this summer to bass,” Bird said. overlap of the audiences enjoy a little camping and a lot of “So it is a quartet now. like, you know, music Bonnaroo Cinema good tunes. But to kind of prove that fans and comedy fans With a wide range of options in it’s – I wasn’t really that I guess it is kind of a Café Where terms of music, activities and camp- doing it in the first cool thing for us to be able ing amenities, Bonnaroo Music and place to save man- to perform for, you know, Fuse Barn Arts Festival remains a popular des- power, because I’m all these music fans.” Troo Music Lounge tination for camping and music en- still doing it just as Bonnaroo guests are thusiasts alike. much as I was not limited to comedy Arcade Discothèque To be held June 11-14 in Man- when I was solo. and music. It’s just (got a Other attractions chester, Tenn., the festivities draw The Comedy Sweet thousands of people each year. whole) band include a 24-hour contributing to it cinema, live televi- Headliners this year include such all Bonnaroo Salon big names as Bruce Springsteen and as well.” sion broadcasts, an these the E Street Band, Wilco, Andrew A fun twist to arcade, a hair salon, Scratch DJ Academy Bird, Ben Harper and the Relent- Bonnaroo is that co- a scratch DJ academy, less7, Phish, Coheed and Cambria, medians like Jimmy Bonnaroo baseball, the Broo’ers The Silent Disco Ani DiFranco, Girl Talk, Aziz An- Fallon and Aziz Ansari Festival featuring 20 breweries, sari and many, many more. have stage time too. the Art of Such N Such show and Bonnaroo Baseball Andrew Bird is back at Bonna- Ansari said more. roo this year after making quite an having com- Whether you like to have fun in Planet Roo impression in 2006. edy com- the sun or have it made in the While in ’06 he played only with plements shade, Bonnaroo has it Silent Auction Martin Dosh, Bird, who is well- the many dif- covered for you. known for his solo performances, ferent types of Visit www.bonna- Broo’ers Festival said fans can expect a more sophis- music. roo.com for more ticated sound this year thanks to the “You know festival information. Art of Such N Such addition of new band members. you can see like [email protected]

Zoo welcomes new friends

BJ ALLEN The Africa exhibit alone has added more BUSINESS MANAGER than a mile of walkway. They have added ex- hibits from Australia and Asia. Saki monkeys, golden lion tamarinds and The zoo has also done work on the Dis- blue monkeys climb the trees while small- covery Barn, a building focused on family clawed otters swim below. and learning. The tropics exhibit opened on May 1 at the An exciting feature to the Discovery Barn Kansas City Zoo celebrating the zoo’s 100th is the two-story slide. anniversary. The expansions It is located in the aren’t done yet. In only original build- 2010, the zoo has re- ing, which was built ceived approval from in 1909. voters to bring in a The exhibit also polar bear exhibit. features several The zoo continues capybaras, an ani- to expand every year, mal that looks like and currently has an enormous guinea more than 200 acres pig. of park. The exhibit’s The Zoo Learning winged friends in- Center (ZLC) has also clude such species as been created in the the crested scream- past year. ers. It has four class- With 8,000 rooms for students, square feet of exhibit and also includes a li- space for guests, brary and wet labs. and another 5,000 The center is de- square feet for the signed for education trainers, the climate- and is part of one of controlled building Photo courtesy KANSAS CITY ZOO the largest remodel- provides entertain- Tropical birds cuddle. ing projects at the zoo ment at the zoo even in the past 10 years. on rainy days. The ZLC also in- The exhibit has a glass overhead walk- cludes an 8,000 cubic feet aquarium that is way for the animals and a stream that flows not open for general viewing. beneath and gives the animals full access to The aquarium holds many fish native to wander. Missouri. The aquarium room and the upper The zoo has gone through many expan- sunroom are available for rent. sions since its opening. [email protected] How to: keep your money in Kansas City Boulevard beer Shatto Milk Company

Photos ALEXIA STOUT-LANG Above: Shatto employees wipe down bottles. Right: Glass bottles require a deposit of $1.50 redeemable when you return them to the store.

Got fresh milk? Well, Shatto Leroy Shatto and 36 employees milk since the company’s inception in are currently experimenting with Milk Company certainly does, and their 280 cows every day, twice a 2003. A deposit is charged on the different flavors, the initial launch they are bottling it up for you. day at the farm in Osborn, Mo. bottle and returned when the bottle will only include fresh cheddar. The slogan, “This milk is so Approximately 3,000 gallons of is returned. They have an 80 per- Tours are available at the farm fresh. There’s a good chance that milk arrive daily at stores in St. Jo- cent return rate. for $5 per person or you can stop you passed the cow on your way to seph and Kansas City in the form of New developments for the com- in for a visit at their country store. the store,” gives a little insight to five flavored milks, creams, regu- pany include the addition of a new Call ahead at (816) 930-3862. the business model of the family- lar milk varieties and two flavors of building on the farm which cur- To purchase Shatto products, owned-and-run business. ice cream. rently has four buildings. check local grocery stores or head With a passion for providing The signature glass bottles the Also, Shatto cheeses will be down to City Market. fresh, wholesome dairy products, milk comes in have set Shatto apart heading to stores soon. While they – Alexia Stout-Lang

Coffee connoisseurs tired of Roasterie is strongly committed to The Roasterie mass-produced blends from inter- community outreach, both locally national chains should consider and abroad. checking out The Roasterie for In addition to doing what they their daily pick-me-up. can to help coffee farmers and their Founded by Kansas City communities in other countries, the resident and bean baron Danny company participates in communi- O’Neill, The Roasterie has been ty events and outreach in K.C. serving Kansas City’s specialty According to their Web site, coffee needs since 1993. www.theroasterie.com, the compa- But O’Neill isn’t simply aim- ny donates products and services to ing to produce the best coffee in more than 150 local charities each K.C. According to the company’s year. mission statement, it’s their goal to The Roasterie’s coffee is avail- deliver the world’s best coffees to able at grocery stores and other their customers. vendors throughout Kansas City. The Roasterie’s beans are care- Or if you prefer, you can have the fully selected by coffee experts, baristas make you a cup at The and the coffee farmers are gener- Roasterie Café, located at 6223 ally paid above fair trade prices for Brookside Blvd. their crops. The beans are then air- Finally, for those who want the roasted, a process designed to roast full experience, The Roasterie of- the beans evenly and uniformly, fers free tours of their facility ev- producing “rich, flavorful” roasts. ery Saturday. Call (816) 931-4000 Photo JESUS BUTLER On top of providing fresh, lo- to make a reservation. Coffee is stored in The Roasterie warehouse before it is air-roasted, packaged and delivered to vendors, restaurants and customers throughout Kansas City. cally produced coffee blends, The – Jesus Butler

Photo ALEXIA STOUT-LANG Caption How to: keep your money in Kansas City Boulevard beer When founder John McDonald won a trip to Europe more than 20 years ago, no one knew it would lead him to open a brewery. When he returned to Kansas City and could not find ale that tasted as good as those he drank abroad, he start- ed making his own. After encouragement from his friends, he decided to sell his homemade brew to the public. Eighteen years later, the Boulevard Brewery is a Kansas City icon. It sits on Southwest Boulevard next to Ponak’s, the first restaurant to serve the local favorite. The first keg tapped was Pale Ale. McDonald delivered it himself in the back of his pick-up. Today, the Brewery produces nearly 20 different styles of beer. Some are seasonal and others haven’t been released yet. They have also been exploring wine production, with three types only available at the brewery gift shop. All of their year-round beers are available on draft and are sold at several retailers around the city. They ship to 18 states, mostly in the mid-west. Every- thing used in production comes from the United States, with the exception of certain hops from Bavaria. Anyone can tour the brewery. Visitors learn the pro- cess of brewing, the history behind the product and get to sample beer at the end. It’s a great way to put a story behind your beer and recognize the importance of sup- porting local businesses. The brewers take pride in their work, and it shows in each pint poured. This summer look for their new pilsner, rumored to be coming out around Independence Day. Tours are free, but reservations are required. Call (816) 474-7095 or visit www.blvdbeer.com/tours/ for more information. Photo HILARY HEDGES – Hilary Hedges Boulevard year-round brews: Pale Ale: Well-balanced amber with a smooth finish. Stout: Very smooth, rich in coffee-like flavor. This dark beer is surprisingly the lightest Boulevard makes. Unfiltered Wheat: The best-selling craft beer in the Midwest. Slightly sweet and citrusy. Porter: A dark-roasted robust beer. Smooth Chocolaty flavor, with a slight bitterness. Lunar Ale: Slightly sweet and malty with hints of coriander and banana. Single Wide IPA: Strong hoppy flavor with a floral aroma.

Market events: City Market June 3, July 1, Aug. 5 Wellness Wednesdays If you want to buy local wood among many others. The Bread of Life Bak- food, the City Market is the He said they offer only ery offers numerous baked June 6 place to be. fresh produce, that they are breads such as banana pe- Berry Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Although all of the food all local and all seasonal can and blueberry pecan, all Kansas City Public Library used book available at the City Market and their produce advances made from organic ingredi- sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. isn’t local, the center section through the year. ents. is filled with local farmers Jones said they have The bakery was estab- June 13 and bakers. great melons in the fall in- lished by a restorationist Buzz Under the Stars featuring 311 Local honey is avail- cluding six kinds of water- community out of Stewarts- and Ziggy Marley at 7 p.m. Tickets are able from the Busy Bee melon and 8-10 varieties of ville, Mo. $35. Acres farm in Odessa, Mo., squash and pumpkins. The two girls selling the and Lost Creek farms out All of those vendors par- breads said they use organic June 26 of King City, Mo. offers a ticipate in the Supplemental wheat, purchase some of City Market Cinema presents “Caddy ready supply of delicious Nutrition Assistance Pro- their ingredients from local Shack” at 9 p.m., admission is free. cookies and pies. gram, which provides to- farmers in Kansas and buy Goode Acres, out of Wa- kens for seniors throughout their honey from the local July 4 thena, Kan., has a large va- the state of Missouri to pur- Busy Bee farm. Tomato Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. riety of flowers and plants chase locally grown food. An array of items are Kansas City Public Library used book on Wednesdays, Saturdays Many interesting walks available at this market. sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sundays. of life are all thrown to- Bebo’s from Raytown, Adam Jones, who works gether at this marketplace. Mo. was selling salsa and I July 31 for John Goode, said they It almost feels like being in even tested out some incred- City Market Cinema presents “Little have 10 different variet- a mixture of a foreign mar- ible jalapeno jams, syrups Shop of Horrors” at 9 p.m., admission ies of tomatoes, all grown ket and New Orleans. Won- and jellies that were abso- is free. in hoop houses instead of derful sounds and smells as lutely delicious. It’s not just green houses. well as people fill the area. veggies here. Aug. 1 Jones said they also make Vendor John Bryson out No doubt you can spend Corn Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the best wood for smoked of Hale, Mo., said he grows an entire afternoon at the Kansas City Public Library used book barbeque. Who doesn’t love using organic methods. His City Market buying fresh, sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. that? farm offers onions, beets, local food and enjoying the Varieties range from pesticide-free tomatoes and sights and sounds. Aug.28 cherry, apple and peach other veggies. – Kelley Kates City Market Cinema presents “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at 9 p.m., Photo ALEXIA STOUT-LANG admission is free. Caption

15 www.unews.com Culture June 1, 2009 Sunny spots in KC: Your summer patio guide Compiled by: Tyler Allen and Kelley Kates

McCoy’s – Westport 4057 Pennsylvania Ave. (816) 960-0866 Oh McCoy’s. The patio sits right on the hustle and bustle corner of Westport Road and Pennsylvania Avenue. It’s a very busy corner where you can be enter- tained by all the different walks of life around Westport. If you are looking for somewhere with some peace and quiet, you can forget about that here. The patio is very serene with nice tables for dining, trees that provide plenty of shade and a cool tiki-style bar. The service is great and so is the food. If you don’t mind a lot of traffic passing by, the sounds of sirens and masses of people on foot and bicycle surrounding your patio spot (and perhaps a run-in with the neighborhood schizophrenic), then McCoy’s is a great place to go, espe- cially before a night out. Price: $$$ The Foundry at McCoy’s – Westport 4057 Pennsylvania Ave. (816) 423-3241 Chances are you’ve landed on McCoy’s large patio down in the heart of West- port. But you may have missed The Foundry, McCoy’s new annex. Like McCoy’s, The Foundry sports a patio with a great view of Westport. Voted the best new bar in 2008 by The Pitch readers, The Foundry is open seven nights a week from 4 p.m. to 3 a.m. The Foundry offers a wide selection of beers and typical bar foods. It’s pos- sible to hit the patio for food and a drink for around $10. This isn’t the place to go for live music, but they do have various DJs on the weekends and hold trivia nights most Tuesdays. The atmosphere at The Foundry is a little more relaxed, so if you’re sick of the shoulder-to-shoulder hot spots, head to the patio at The Foundry. Price: $ Harpo’s – Westport 4109 Pennsylvania Ave. (816) 753-3434 Yes, Harpo’s has a patio, a really cool one at that. You might not know that by just glancing at the place, but hidden out back is a large wooden deck with its own built-in bar. This is one of my favorite places to chill and drink a frozen margarita. You almost wouldn’t know that you are smack dab in the middle of Westport. The patio is closed in by a wooden fence and trees. A great place for college students, sports is their forte and they are a hardcore Photo TYLER ALLEN Mizzou bar. Harry’s Bar and Tables patio is truly unique, making it the best in Westport. Harpo’s runs great specials throughout the week. The best one is Tuesday night when you can get quarter draws from 8:30 p.m. to midnight. On Mondays, pints are only a couple bucks and, Wednesday and Sundays, burgers are 1/2 price all day. Their Happy Hour runs from 3-7 p.m., while domestic bottles and wells are only $2 and appetizers are 1/2 price. Harry’s Bar and Tables – Westport Harpo’s is a really great place to relax day or night. 501 Westport Rd. (816) 561-3950 Price: $ Flanked by an old British phone booth on one side and a caboose-styled bar on the other is the patio at Harry’s Bar and Tables. This old, brick patio boasts a great view of Westport. The building itself has been there since the late 1800s and became Harry’s in 1994. The patio is large enough to accommodate a large dinner and drinks crowd. It also has shade trees grow- ing through the brick, making this patio truly unique. There isn’t a large selection of food. But the chef is from New Orleans, so order some jambalaya or blackened fish strips to get an authentic Cajun meal. There is no lunch crowd because the kitchen doesn’t open until 4 p.m. But happy hour starts at 3 p.m. and last until 7 p.m. with half-priced wine and champagne, $1 off drafts and half-price selected food items. You won’t find much live music on this patio. They do have some jazz-type performances on select nights throughout the summer. But for the atmosphere and reasonable prices, Harry’s Bar and Tables is the best patio in Westport. Price: $

Fuel – American Made Bar & Grill – Overland Park, Kan. 7300 W. 119th St. (913) 451-0444 If you are into motorcycles, sports, rock-n-roll and hot women wearing skimpy clothing, Fuel is the place for you. Oh yeah, I shouldn’t forget the food because it is fantastic. Their theme is everything American: food, bikes, liquor and beer. Speaking of which, if you plan on drinking imports here, you’ll be paying twice as much due to their import tax. Fuel’s patio is the single largest patio, and in my opinion, the most fun in the K.C. metro. The patio is a party spot that is filled with several wrought-iron tables and chairs for seating, which are topped with disc- brake ashtrays for smokers. What’s unique is the patio can still allow for plenty of standing room. It’s also equipped with heaters and fire pits for those cool summer evenings. Fuel also offers great specials like the legendary $1 American Icon burger on Friday’s from 3-6 p.m. and a bike night on Thursday nights where you can spot a tremendous amount of Harley’s and choppers lined up right outside the patio. Fuel’s patio is also a favorite hangout for sport-bike riders, generally on Wednesday nights. If you’re not enticed by all of this grit then maybe the Fuel girl’s hourly dancing and sexy monthly theme parties will be enough to convince you that this is K.C.’s hottest patio. Price: $ 16

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Photo KELLEY KATES John’s Upper Deck rooftop patio provides great views of downtown.

John’s Upper Deck – Downtown 928 Wyandotte St. (816) 474-6558 The three-story building that houses this fantastic bar tops it off with a rooftop deck and bar. A lively crowd fills the deck where live entertainment is offered every night. The deck has a small stage where bands, DJs and karaoke artists entertain the crowd for the evening. It also has a small bar so you don’t have to travel down the steep stairs to the first or second floor for a drink. The best thing about John’s is definitely the view. The Kansas City skyline is amazing from the rooftop both day and night. This patio is one of the most fun places to kickback and have a great time. John’s runs a great Tuesday special called Tacos, Trivia and Tequila where tacos are three for $1.29 and margaritas are super cheap. John’s even runs weekend specials on flavored vodkas and rums for $3 and shots for a buck fifty. I absolutely love John’s big deck! Price: $ Winslow’s BBQ – City Market 20 E. 5th St. (816) 471-7427 The patio at Winslow’s BBQ in the City Market is one of the best places to hangout on the weekends. First of all, it’s great for people-watching during the farmer’s market. Secondly, their bar- beque is spectacular. And third, they have live music every weekend on the patio unless it rains. The patio is large and faces the inside of the City Market. Bikers as well as families and couples love to ride in and spend the day hanging out there. The live entertainment makes for a really kicked back atmosphere where you can just relax and eat some delicious barbecue and slam down some ice-cold brews. The patio seating allows for basking in the sun and also has an overhang for those who’d rather have some shade during those hot summer days. Appetizers are available while sitting on the patio, but if you want to order a meal, you must go inside to grab it. Everything on the menu is under $20 (including a slab of ribs) and Winslow’s runs specials daily. This is definitely one of my favorite spots to chill outside. Price: $$

Photo KELLEY KATES Winslow’s is an easy-going hangout with great food. 17 www.unews.com Culture June 1, 2009

Harry’s Country Club – City Market 112 E. Missouri Ave. (816) 421-3505 To find the best patio in the River Market, head over to 112 E. Missouri Ave. and look for the green, neon sign. That is Harry’s Country Club – but don’t let the name fool you. The restaurant opened in 2003, and it is decked out with mostly 1940s décor, a far cry from some posh country club. The patio is big enough to accommodate live music every week, and provides a scenic view of downtown. There are also multiple tables so you can sit down and take advantage of the great food Harry’s has to offer. You can get an entrée for under $10, but come during happy hour for the real deals. Monday through Friday from 3-6:30 p.m., Harry’s offers meals from $4 to $6. They also have great prices on their selection of more than 50 beers. The only downside is that Harry’s is closed on Sundays. But to take advantage of a beautiful view and reasonable prices, hit Harry’s Country Club patio this summer. Price: $ Trezo Mare 4105 N. Mulberry Dr. (816) 505-3200 If you’re tired of all the Plaza patio spots, head north to Trezo Mare in Briarcliff Vil- lage. A good place for a date or dinner with friends, Trezo Mare offers an extensive menu. But you may want to keep your visits to a minimum in the interest of not busting your student budget. They do offer some deals during happy hour Monday and Thursday from 2 p.m. to midnight and Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday from 2-6 p.m. There are discounts on select food and drink items. The patio itself offers little seating. There is plenty of space to stand if you’re there for the drinks, and its location on a hill offers great views of Kansas City. Trezo Mare’s patio probably isn’t a place for your late night enjoyment, but if you’re looking to treat yourself to a nicer meal, visit this spot for some good pasta. Price: $$$$ Photo TYLER ALLEN Grand St. Cafe recently opened a grand new patio area. Grand St. Café 4740 Grand Ave. (816) 561-8000 Residing on the ground floor of an office building on the east side of the Plaza, Grand St. Café is easy to miss. This shady patio has a great view of both Brush Creek and the J.C. Nichols Memorial Fountain. For an upscale dining experience, Grand St. Café’s patio is worth checking out. The menu consists of American favorites and great martinis. If you’re looking for a deal, come for Monday Martini Night where you get every martini for $5. They also offer happy hour Monday through Friday from 3-7 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. to close. But they are probably best known for their Sunday brunch. Grand St. Café offers all of your favorite breakfast dishes for around $15 dollars per person. They’re open until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 p.m. on weekdays. So hit up the patio for some dinner before heading for a night out. Price: $$$ O’Dowd’s Little Dublin on the Plaza 4742 Pennsylvania Ave. (816) 561-2700 To get some sun on the Plaza, try the rooftop patio at O’Dowd’s Little Dublin. If you feel like you’ve walked into a pub in Ireland, then you’re in the right place. Most of the woodwork is imported from Ireland and makes the bar feel as authentic as pos- sible. But the patio is where you’ll want to spend those summer days and nights. The deck is small and doesn’t have any live music, but the crowd is always big. There’s also a full bar and a few tables to sit and enjoy the weather. The menu reflects the bar’s theme, boasting traditional Irish food like sheppard’s pie and bangers and mash. On average, an entrée will cost upward of $15, but they have good happy hour deals. Happy Hour runs Monday thru Friday from 4-7 p.m., offering half-price small plates and some select drink specials. Every night O’Dowd’s offers power hour from 9-10 p.m. with specials on well drinks and domestic bottles. Make sure and get to the patio early to find a seat. This rooftop patio could become one of your favorite summer spots. Price: $$

Photo TYLER ALLEN O’Dowd’s Little Dublin offers Irish patio dining without the rain. 18

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West 18th Street Fashion Show: The show is at 8 p.m June 13. and at 4 p.m. June Summer in Space: June 14 at the Folly Theatre, 300 W. 12th August St. Call (816) 931-3338 or visit http://hm- Crossroads Arts District hosts this outdoor Chicago: ckc.org for tickets. 51st Annual Art in the Park: runway show featuring 18 local and nation- This Broadway musical comes to Kansas The Columbia Art League’s theme for this al fashion designers. The event is free and City with six Tony Awards. You’ve seen the year’s festival is “Experience the Magic of open to the public. VIP tickets are available movie, now see the musical. The show starts Art in the Park.” Magicians and ventrilo- for purchase. Show starts at 8 p.m. on June 6 July at 8 p.m. and runs from August 11-16 at Star- quists will be providing entertainment as on West 18th Street between Wyandotte and light Theatre. Call (816) 363-STAR or visit more than 105 artists display and sell their Baltimore. www.kcstarlight.com for more information. work. Live music, wine-tasting and interac- Legally Blonde - The Musical: tive art are just a few of the activities for your The Paul Mesner Puppets Come see your favorite underestimated so- 30th Annual Ethnic Enrichment enjoyment. The festival runs June 6 and 7 at Presents Cinderella: rority girl Elle Woods as she tries her hand Festival: Stephens Lake Park in Columbia, Mo. The last show of the season for Paul Mesner at law school. The musical starts at 8:30 Come to Kansas City’s longest running fes- Puppets, a professional puppet theatre com- p.m. and runs from July 1-5 at Starlight tival to experience the heritage and tradi- Theatre. Call (816) 363-STAR or visit www. tions of more than 50 countries. There will Pauly Shore: pany, is Cinderella. Tickets are $7 for chil- dren and $8.50 for adults. There are also kcstarlight.com for more information. be food, crafts, dance and drink at the event. You’ve seen him in “BioDome” and “Son-in- The festival is open 6-10 p.m. August 21, 12 Law” and now the weasel is headed to Kan- group rates available. Weekday shows at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and weekend shows at 2 KC River Fest: p.m. to 10 p.m. August 22 and 12 p.m. to 6 sas City. The stand-up show starts at 9:45 p.m. Aug. 23 at Swope Park. Admission is p.m. The play runs from June 17-28 at the The annual Independence Day celebra- p.m. on June 5 and 6 and 7 p.m. June 7. Visit $3 for adults and free for children 12 and un- Unity Temple at 47th and Jefferson streets. tion is back this year with live music, www.improvkc.com for more information. der. For tickets, contact the central ticket office food, family activities and fireworks. Beer Pong for Babies: at (816) 235-6222. The event is sponsored by Friends of the A tournament to raise money for the March of River, a non-profit organization dedicat- Summer Concerts: Dimes. The cost is $60 per two-person team. Heart Throbs - The Best of the ed to the preservation and enhancement This includes the entry fee, a t-shirt, free beer Boy Bands: of the Riverfront area. The celebration is during the tournament and drink specials for Heartland Men’s Chorus presents all your fa- from 1-11 p.m. July 3 and July 4 at Rich- June eliminated teams. $250 cash prize goes to the vorite men’s pop tunes from the 1950s to the ard Berkley Riverfront Park. Tickets are winning team. The event starts at 11 a.m. June present. The boys will be singing hits from $6 for adults and free for children under YeahYeahYeahs: 13 at the Beaumont Club. For more informa- The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Drifters, five. For more information, go to www. An all ages show. Doors open at 7 p.m. June tion, visit www.beerpongforbabies.com. *NSYNC, The Bee Gees, plus many more. kcriverfest.com. 3 at The Beaumont Club. Call (816) 561-2560 19 www.unews.com Culture June 1, 2009 or visit http://beaumontkc.com/ for more information. Dolewite: Green Day: This local party band busts out all your favorite classic An all ages show. Doors open at 7 p.m. Aug. 12 at the O.A.R. with Brett Dennen: hip-hop from Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, The Fugees and House Sprint Center. Visit www.sprintcenter.com for more in- An all ages show. Gates open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7:30 of Pain. This 21 and over show starts at 9 p.m. Aug. 8 at formation. p.m. June 6 at The Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone. Visit the Brooksider. Visit www.brooksiderbarandgrill.com for www.ticketmaster.com for more information. more information. Journey: Rise Against & Rancid with Riverboat Gam- An all ages show. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 20 at Star- Keith Urban with Taylor Swift: light Theatre. Call (816) 363-STAR or visit www.kcstar- blers: light.com for more information. An all ages show. Doors open at 5 p.m. June 12 at The Beau- An all ages show. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 8 at the Sprint Center. Visit www.sprintcenter.com for more in- mont Club. Call (816) 561-2560 or visit www.beaumontkc.com [email protected], [email protected] for more information. formation.

Nas with Damien Marley: An all ages show. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. on June 26 at Up- town Theatre. Visit www.uptowntheatre.com for more infor- mation. Summer Breeze - A Tribute to Yacht Rock: Local musicians combine their talents to pay tribute to all your favorite 70s and 80s “yacht rock” artists like Toto, Steely Dan, Michael McDonald and Hall & Oates. This 21 and over show starts at 10 p.m. June 26 at Record Bar. Visit www.there- cordbar.com for more information.

Talib Kweli: An all ages show, rain or shine. Doors open at 7 p.m. June 25 at Grinders. Call (816) 472-5454 or visit www.crossroadskc. com for more information. LeAnn Rimes: An all ages show, rain or shine. Doors open at 7 p.m. June 28 at Grinders. Call (816) 472-5454 or visit www.crossroadskc. com for more information.

July

Rock & Rebels July 4 celebration with Kid Rock & Lynyrd Skynyrd with Jonathan Taylor: An all ages show. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. July 4 at The Capi- tol Federal Park at Sandstone. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for more information.

No Doubt with Paramore: An all ages show. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. July 6 at Starlight Theatre. Call (816) 363-STAR or visit www.kcstarlight.com for more information.

Zappa Plays Zappa: An all ages show, rain or shine. Doors open at 7 p.m. on July 11 at Grinders. Call (816) 472-5454 or visit www.crossroad- skc.com for more information.

Sonic Youth with Awesome Color: An all ages show. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. July 18 at Uptown Theatre. Visit www.uptowntheater.com for more information.

Y’allapalooza 2009: Featuring Pat Green, Jason Michael Carroll, Randy Houser, Eli Young Band, Jonathan Singleton & the Grove and Matt Stillwell. An all ages show. Gates open at 4 p.m., show starts at 5:15 p.m. July 18 at The Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for more information.

Neko Case: An all ages show. Doors open at 7 p.m. July 19 at Uptown Theatre. Visit www.uptowntheatre.com for more informa- tion.

The Fray: An all ages show. Doors open at 7 p.m. July 22 at Starlight Theatre. Call (816) 363-STAR or visit www.kcstarlight.com for more information.

Toby Keith with Trace Adkins: An all ages show. Doors open at 7 p.m. July 31 at the Sprint Center. Visit www.sprintcenter.com for more information.

August Vans Warped Tour: With 3OH!3, Less Than Jake, Underoath, Chidos, Bad Reli- gion, The Devil Wears Prada, Bouncing Souls, Scary Kids Scaring Kids, Sing it Loud and A Day to Remember An all ages show, starts at 11 a.m. Aug. 4 at The Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for more information. 20 June 1, 2009 Sports www.unews.com Get fit by kicking bad habits

ALEXIA STOUT-LANG keep them going,” Brown said. NEWS EDITOR Already active: This type is al- ready active but plateaus all the time. wimsuit season is upon He or she might lose six pounds in us and many people make April because it’s summer and then that their excuse for get- gain 12 pounds over the winter. ting fit. “That’s the best type for kickbox- While any excuse to ing,” Brown said. “They want to be Sexercise and eat healthy is a good fit. Go to different activities like yoga, one, there are a few great ways to jazzercise.” get started so it becomes a lifestyle Go-getter: Puts all of his or her rather than a seasonal trend. Chief Instructor 6th Degree energy into one activity like the tread- Black Belt Renshi Gregg Brown, in- mill. structor and nutritionist at Shogun “They run, run, run and never stop,” Martial Arts Center, said the key to he said. “Need diversity. Needs a change getting fit and staying fit is diversi- of pace that’s more challenging.” fying activities. No matter what type of person you “If you are gonna be active, are, Brown said it is important to re- diversify,” Brown said. “Period. member the goal of exercising and eat- Walk around the block, but garden. ing right. If you are going to do martial arts, “I like looking good, but it’s all su- then play soccer. From the martial perficial,” he said. “You are shooting arts standpoint, I like to kill a lot of for something superficial that will go birds with one stone.” away some day. But if you shoot for He said martial arts is a great way health and self defense, then the six to get into shape and still have the pack is easy.” confidence to defend yourself. He said for the past 25 years he has “Martial arts improves your char- had the same advice for his clients. acter, improves your discipline, gets “When it all boils down, it goes you in the best shape of your life and down to accountability and a desire,” it’s something you can do all your life from age three to 103.” Brown said. “Start small and do some- Of the various forms of martial thing you want to do. Don’t go out and Photo ALEXIA STOUT-LANG try one thing and hope it will spark you. arts, Brown said kickboxing and Students practice Karate as Renshi Gregg Brown gives tips on technique. weapons burns the most calories. Do something you like to do and do it to “How many people do you see the best of your ability and in the pro- burning 600-700 calories in an hour Brown suggests getting on a time-wise instead of length-wise.” ule. But he is overweight. cess keep trying to do new things.” out playing golf? You never plateau plan, exercising five days a week, or To ensure a healthy diet, Brown For this type, Brown suggests Visit www.shogunmartialartscen- if you benefit from the self defense.” three days on one day off. Walking suggests making a list of healthy getting a gym membership and find- ter.com for more information about Brown uses four categories to is a good option to get started. foods and going to the store after a ing a buddy. Shoot some basketball. the classes Renshi Brown teaches. describe activity levels of people. “Diet and exercise are important, workout. Make it diverse. Classes include, Okinawan Kenpo, Sedentary Sue: Never worked but we need to look at health,” he Off-and-on Tom: Works out “Someone like him needs a fi- Ju-Jitsu and Kobudo. out in her life and likely has a smok- said. “Get to a point where you walk off-and-on and he has a busy sched- nancial commitment and a friend to [email protected] ing problem.

Finding motivation

Sometimes a desire to get fit is not the problem, it’s staying motivated to keep in shape that presents a stumbling block. Well, the Staying Motivated to Lose Weight or Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle workshop to be held June 10 might be just the thing for you. Sponsored by Healthy for Life, the T.E. Atkins University of Missouri Wellness Program for faculty and staff, the workshop will present the basic steps required to lose weight and develop a healthy lifestyle. Teresa Blanc, School of Nursing faculty member, Nurse Practitioner and author of “Beat Obesity: You Can if You Think You Can,” is leading the event to be held on both UMKC campuses. The free workshop will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. on the Hospital Hill Campus in the New Health Sciences Building, Room 4307, and from 12:50-1:30 p.m. on the Volker Campus in the Administrative Center, Gillham Park Room. For more information or to RSVP, contact Laurie Goldstein at [email protected]. - Alexia Stout-Lang Photo ALEXIA STOUT-LANG Renshi Brown teaches a student the art of weapons. 21 www.unews.com Sports June 1, 2009

Flying discs spotted locally Sign-up for action ALEXIA STOUT-LANG ver, options are available. entry fees. by HILARY HEDGES NEWS EDITOR The nine parks in the Kansas Various tournaments are held City area are free and open to the throughout the summer giving golf- The summer months are once public for those who would like to ers a chance to test their skills. again beckoning sportsmen out- test out the sport. Other options in- Most tournaments come with Do you ever find yourself talking about getting doors to send their discs flying to- clude league play, tournaments and perks like a free t-shirt, a new disc a summer volleyball team together with your co- ward shining metal goals – disc golf championship games. and lunch, all covered by the entry goals, that is. There are nine local leagues fee. workers or getting a pool membership, but never get Disc golf is spreading like wild- which play at different locations, Disc golf has become such a around to it? fire and steadily making its way giving golfers the option to play big deal around these parts that the into mainstream sports. with at least one league on any day 2009 Pro, Amateur and Junior World No more excuses, here is all of the information you At many parks across the metro of the week. Championship will be held right here need to stay active this summer. We’ve done the hard area, and the country for that mat- Leagues cost $5 per game plus in Kansas City at the end of July. ter, little pies in the sky (a.k.a. discs) an optional $1 for an ace pool. Mem- For information about joining part, now you just have to fork over the dough. can be seen speeding through the air bers of the Kansas City Flying Disc KCFDC, to find a league or tourna- all while children play on swings Club (KCFDC) play for $4. ment or to connect with other disc- and groups play a game of baseball The amateur division receives golfers, visit www.kcfdc.org. Beach Volleyball Leagues: or soccer. coupons for new merchandise and The KCFDC Web site also lists Centerline Beach Volleyball Players of the sport are a med- the pro division receives cash for the locations and specific details 1910 E. 40 Highway, Grain Valley, Mo. (816) 224-4455 ley of serious competitors and those winning scores. about local courses. www.centerlinevolleyball.com who play just for the fun of it. Members of the KCFDC also Happy flying. This eight-court facility has a sports bar that offers burgers, sand- No matter your level of disc fe- receive a discount on tournament [email protected] wiches, pizza and a full bar. Watch your favorite teams play on the flat-screen televisions or the 85’’ HD projector. Summer leagues begin June 8. The cost is $40-per-person ($240 per 6X6 team, $160 per 4X4 team). League times and dates are given on a first come basis.

Volleyball Beach 13105 Holmes Rd., Kansas City, Mo. (816) 942-2820 www.volleyballbeach.com Volleyball Beach has a full-service bar and a restaurant with a deck. On Saturdays, they host Human Foosball. Summer Leagues begin June 8. The cost varies from $80 to $240 per team, depend- ing on size and skill level.

Shawnee Mission Beach Volleyball 19800 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, Kan. (913) 422-4070 www.smbv.com This is the area’s largest complex, with 18 sand courts. Each court has an intercom system to order food and drinks and an irrigation system to keep the sand cool. Summer sessions begin June 8. Coed six-player teams cost $240 regardless of the roster size. Members have free open play and non-leaguers can play for $25-per-hour if a court is available.

Photo ALEXIA STOUT-LANG Tennis: Disc golf goals are popping up at parks across the city. The Plaza Tennis Center 4747 JC Nichols Pkwy., Kansas City, Mo. www.kcmo.org/parks This 14-court facility is located in the heart of the Country Club Plaza. It includes a stadium court with seating and lighting. There Playing with the big boys in the NCAA is a Pro-shop, a patio area and locker rooms with showers. Pro- fessionals are available for lessons and racquet stringing. Student discounts are available for an annual pass. Otherwise, daily court DEREK SIMONS scores in the second sets. victories in a single season in school fees apply. CONTRIBUTING WRITER “They came back down to earth history. The team finished second in Weekdays (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.): $5 per court hour and said, ‘Hey - we can deal with the Summit League (6-1), and won Weekdays (3 p.m. to close) and weekends: $9 per court hour. UMKC’s Tennis Head Coach Ken- these guys,’” Hale said. “We had the Summit League Championship. Open seven days a week (April to October) dell Hale knew it wouldn’t be easy some chances in a couple of different Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. when the men’s team drew nationally- places. At that level it’s all about win- Singles Results Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ranked Baylor College (6) as its op- ning the bigger points.” No. 1 – #4 Denes Lukacs (BU) def. Saturday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ponent in the first round of the NCAA In doubles, Maros Horny and Lu- Bret Berryman (UMKC), 6-2, 6-3 Sunday: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tournament. kacs, the number 64 ranked pair in No. 2 – #45 Jordan Rux (BU) led The Roos lost, 4-0, but with digni- the country, secured an 8-2 win over Patrick Smith (UMKC), 6-0, 5-2 ty, on May 8 at the University of Tulsa. juniors Dennis Schwarz and Erwin (DNF) Baylor went on to the Final Four before Quintanilla at the two line. UMKC No. 3 – Julian Bley (BU) def. Serge Swimming: succumbing to the eventual champion, then dropped the doubles point when Ristivojevic (UMKC), 6-2, 6-0 Prairie Village Pool Ohio State. David Galic and Jordan Rux (ranked No. 4 – #124 Dominik Mueller 7711 Delmar Dr., Prairie Village Kan. (913) 381-6464 “[Baylor] went a long way,” Hale number 18) defeated Berryman and (BU) led Gustavo Guerin (UMKC), www.pvkansas.com/parks/pool.shtml said. “You’ve got to give them credit.” junior Patrick Smith, 8-3, at the one 6-2, 3-1 (DNF) The Prairie Village Pool has something for everyone. It’s equipped In the number one singles spot, position, while sophomore Serge No. 5 – #121 Attila Bucko (BU) def. with three water slides, zero depth entrances, a whirlpool, lap pool, Brett Berryman was defeated by Bay- Ristivojevic and freshman Gustavo Dennis Schwarz (UMKC), 6-0, 6-1 adult pool and a snack bar. It is open to the general public; however lor’s star player, Denes Lukacs, ranked Guerin were down by only a break No. 6 – Maros Horny (BU) led residents of Prairie Village pay a discounted membership fee. Sea- fourth in the nation, by a score of 6-2, (6-4) at the third spot. Erwin Quintanilla (UMKC), 6-3, 4-1 son memberships are $70 for residents and $150 for non-residents. 6-3. The coach said he thinks the team (DNF) Daily admission is $6 and after 5:30 p.m. is $4. Hale said Berryman, as did the gained a lot of good experience and other team members, played well. hoped the players would carry it into Doubles Results Blue Springs Centennial Pool “I joked with some of the guys that the next season. He expressed con- No. 1 – #18 Galic/Rux (BU) def. 2401 Ashton Dr., Blue Springs, Mo. (816) 228-0188 the way some of the first sets were go- fidence in next year’s results, but Berryman/Smith (UMKC), 8-3 This complex has an indoor and outdoor pool. There are two water ing, we needed pen and paper to get warned against predictions, as much No. 2 – #64 Horny/Lukacs (BU) slides, a wading pool with zero depth entry and a snack bar. Ser- the [Baylor players’] autographs,” Hale could happen in the interim. def. Schwarz/Quintanilla (UMKC), vices include lap swim sessions, swimming lessons and aerobic said. “I think we were giving them a UMKC, which was playing in its 8-2 and therapeutic swim classes. Blue Springs residents pay $70 and little too much credit and we were just third ever NCAA Tournament, fin- No. 3 – Bley/Mueller (BU) led non-residents pay $95 for season memberships. Daily admission a little too scared of the situation.” ished the year with a 14-7 overall re- Ristivojevic/Guerin (UMKC), 6-4 is $5. But the Roos posted much better cord. The 14 wins are tied for the most [email protected] 22 June 1, 2009 Forum www.unews.com Kansas City – Home sweet ... something or other

ALEXIA STOUT-LANG check the mail without someone City has certainly given me a new commute to the city, few spend any A conversation with a police NEWS EDITOR being nosy and the most disgraced perspective on the city. more time in it than necessary. officer last week revealed that he person in town was a soft-core pot I no longer look at it with dis- Meanwhile, the city is going could only think of the names of Reality check. Pinches all dealer. dain. I no longer think of it as the to crap, becoming something of a four prostitutes in the area because around. Although I moved around a slums and, for the most part, I feel no-man’s land, and the suburbs are many of them are new. Only?! I have thought a lot of things little while growing up, I landed comfortable in this en- flourishing, growing Let’s not even get started on about Kansas City over the years in Johnson County and I’ve been vironment I have come bigger each day. drug dealers. — it’s dangerous, it’s dumpy, it’s a there ever since. to know well. But that does not The truth is nothing is going to waste of formerly beautiful build- As a teenager, friends loved to Listening to Kan- mean good things are happen if the citizens don’t team ings and homes that have been sing, “Just a small town girl, living sas City Mayor Mark not happening in this up with government leadership to abused by residents, it’s an embar- in a lonely world” to me. Funkhouser give his fair city. make things happen. rassing blemish on the Kansas City The tune often echoes in the State of the City speech I look at the His- I will tell you something valu- Metro as a whole. back of my head to this day when last week sparked a toric Northeast district able. This city is worth it. But maybe — just maybe — the I feel uncomfortable with the city sense of hope in me for with all of its problems, I enjoy coming to work each blinders I have put up for so long environment. the future of the city. and yet its concerned day and seeing the historic neigh- have kept me from seeing any of its Silly, I know. But that’s who I He said citizens are citizens are coming borhoods. good (truly good) features. am. concerned about the together to revive the I enjoy meeting and talking with Perhaps, my sheltered and prim And with that background, I quality of city services, area. the people who live here. upbringing has deprived me from believe everyone deserves a safe of safety and of the ed- And I look at the I want people to move back and Stout’s knowing what the real world is like, place to live — a place where you ucation system. involvement of UMKC help restore this area to its former and, in turn, kept me from having know your kids are OK playing out He also said it is Shouts and other schools and glory. any concept of the situations peo- in the yard, a place where you can those same issues that businesses in the com- Maybe I’m not a city girl yet, ple deal with. go to the grocery store day or night keep people from mov- munity. They have the but I am a girl who loves this city. To give some background, I am without being frightened of being ing back. ability to make a difference on a And I hope to help make this home- from a little town where my neigh- mugged or worse, a place where He is right. large scale. away-from-home a better place. bors were always referred to as Mr. parks are for kids, not prostitutes Families retreat to the suburbs We have issues that need to be So, I’ll see you around, Kansas and Mrs. So and So. and drug dealers. and to small towns for the quality dealt with. That is no secret. Citians, hopefully out doing your It was rare to meet someone who The past year I have been going of life they offer. This city continues to be on the part for the city. did not know my name, I could not to school and working in Kansas While some people continue to top-10 list for homicides each year. [email protected]

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