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Charmaine Merriweather

City Editor, KCtoday

Charmaine lives in Kansas City, MO. She has written for newspapers, newsrooms, and blogs. She also previously managed social media for the Country Club Plaza, KC Melting Pot Theatre, and other businesses. On her off days, Charm is usually reading books, watching movies, cooking, or playing video games.

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Travel and Outdoors
How to start a native plant garden in Kansas City
Want to embrace your wildflower side? Here’s resources and tips to transform your grassy lawn into a native plant wonderland.
August 19, 2025
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Live
Where to celebrate your birthday in Kansas City
These local spots are the perfect places to party.
August 7, 2025
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City
Here are 20+ local bookstores in the Kansas City metro
Satisfy your inner bibliophile. Here’s a list of local bookstores to help you find your next all-nighter.
July 15, 2025
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Live
Kansas City’s Barbecue History
All the sauces and burnt ends had to come from somewhere. Here is how all of KC’s BBQ businesses came to be.
July 4, 2025
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Krithika Selvarajoo
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Culture
An introvert’s guide to Northern Virginia
Want to be more social, but hate the idea of chatting up a stranger? Try these activities for introverts in NOVA.
May 13, 2025
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Brianna Williams
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Real Estate
Margaritaville resort sets opening date, bookings go live
Another section of Vacation Village is set to debut in June 2025.
May 7, 2025
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Food
Stay cool with 20 locally-owned ice cream shops in Kansas City
If you want to beat the heat + support local biz, check out these local ice cream businesses.
May 1, 2025
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Arts
Winner revealed for the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art expansion
See who won the museum’s global competition for its ~$170 million, 61,000-sqft project.
April 24, 2025
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Charmaine Merriweather
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An introvert’s guide to Lakeland
Want to be more social, but hate the idea of chatting up a stranger? Try these activities for introverts in Lakeland.
April 15, 2025
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Amelia Grooms
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Development
Museum of BBQ is cooking up in KC
Get a taste of the craft’s key elements + the US’ major barbecue regions all in one spot.
March 26, 2025
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Sports
Get prepped for the Kansas City Chiefs at Super Bowl LIX
Real fans don’t wait to get their Chiefs gear.
January 27, 2025
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Sports
Chiefs invite fans to weigh in on the future of Arrowhead
New private clubhouses, grab-and-go markets, and an entertainment-centered turf-covered tailgate zone are just a few of the Red Kingdom renos on the docket.
January 13, 2025
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Government
Jackson County must earmark $70 million quickly or lose it all
The county has decided how to spend its remaining COVID-19 relief funds just in time, saving $70 million from returning to the federal wallet.
January 2, 2025
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Charmaine Merriweather
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City
An introvert’s guide to Raleigh, NC
Bookmark this guide for a perfect, introvert-approved day on the town.
November 19, 2024
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Allie Remhof
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Culture
KCtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 8, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Travel and Outdoors
This is the perfect weekend trip to Kansas City according to AI
Planning a KC trip? Here’s what AI says your travel itinerary should be.
October 25, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Small Business
KC-based Gift Card Market helps you support local biz
Share the gift of five million+ restaurants, spas, and salons at your fingertips.
October 25, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Events
A last minute guide for celebrating Halloween in Kansas City
Are you scrambling for last minute plans? Not sure where to get your costume? We have you covered this Halloween.
October 23, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Events
American Royal World Series of Barbecue returns
The self-proclaimed largest barbecue competition in the world is back and tastier than ever.
October 21, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Development
Everything you need to know about the Hunt’s dual development coming to Olathe Gateway
An ultra-accesible amusement park and a sports complex will be built just a few miles from south OP’s BluHawk development.
October 17, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Sports
Help Crest Ridge High win a stadium makeover
The school needs your Instagram likes in order to win.
October 15, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Travel and Outdoors
KC hidden treasure: the Bridle Trail
This is the only trail in the metro where you can ride take your horse out for a ride while admiring Bald Eagles.
October 11, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Culture
Zhou B. Art Center is putting KC artists on the international stage
The Jazz district-based center is working hard to uplift the local art community with the help of its famous namesakes.
October 9, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Development
Southwest Boulevard’s $4 million makeover: Here’s what’s changing
The iconic boulevard will be all but recognizable soon.
October 7, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Events
Oscar Mayer’s Wienermobile is making a KC stop
You’ll relish this experience.
October 3, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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City
Kansas City reversed River Market surge parking prices
After less than one week, the city decided to modify the ordinance due to public reception. Here are the changes.
October 1, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Culture
Perks of having a KCPL library card that no one told you about
We’re sure you’ve heard of many of the library’s services, but these are some hidden features that come packed in every KCPL library card.
September 27, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Events
First Fridays fun: Grow a glass pumpkin patch
Plus, enjoy a glass blowing demonstration or even join in on the fun.
September 27, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Events
Plan Ahead: KC’s big fall and winter 2024 concerts
These concerts are coming up quick. Make sure you don’t miss out.
September 25, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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City
Explore every inch of KC using this digital scratch-off map
This social media app helps you truly see where you live.
September 23, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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