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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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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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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.
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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Arts
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is expanding
The museum launched a global request for proposal for a 61,000 sqft project.
October 1, 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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Retail
New renderings imagine an updated Country Club Plaza
The shopping district’s new owners shared images during Plaza Art Fair, providing a first look into their vision.
September 22, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Events
Plaza Art Fair returns for its 93rd year
Plaza Art Fair is a long-standing Kansas City tradition that takes place annually on the Country Club Plaza. Let’s dive into the details of this year’s event.
September 18, 2024
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Bella Rainey
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Airports and Transportation
KC Streetcar will shut down to complete extension tie-in
The trolley trail will go cold for four weeks.
September 17, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Development
Hunt family history: Huge KC developments they authored
Plans are in the works for a 132-acre development that is set to include a theme park, sports arena, and retail options. It’s the latest in the decades-long influence of the Hunt family.
September 15, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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City
Traveling with EVs in KC
KCMO just took a big step toward expanding its EV infrastructure. Here’s how you can optimize your usage.
September 11, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Retail
Be the broker: What grocery store should be added to the Plaza?
As new owners seek to revamp the shopping district, talks of a grocery store has taken center stage.
September 11, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Events
KC Pumpkin Patch is reopening for the season
You can find the perfect pumpkin for all your carving creations at your local pumpkin patch.
September 9, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Government
Here’s how readers think Jackson County should spend $70 million
Jackson County leaders are currently debating what to do with its remaining COVID-19 relief funds. Our readers gave their two cents on where it should go.
September 5, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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History
Traveling along Midtown KC’s trolley history
As the streetcar’s Main Street Extention nears completion, let’s take a look at its predecessor’s paths.
September 3, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Sports
Kickoff football season with the World’s Largest Tailgate
The virtual party is airing right before the Chiefs first game.
September 3, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Events
Plan Ahead: September events
Fall into all these festivities all around the KC metro.
August 30, 2024
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