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Ozone Alert issued for Tuesday, July 19, 2022
July 18, 2022 | Posted in Environment
Sunflower in front of a blue sky

SkyCast forecasts poor air quality tomorrow

First Ozone Alert of the season issued for Monday, July 18, 2022
July 17, 2022 | Posted in Environment
Sunny blue sky with light clouds

SkyCast forecasts poor air quality tomorrow

Updates and outcomes from MARC's June Board meetings
July 1, 2022 | Posted in News
The Museum at Prairiefire in Overland Park, Kansas, features a colorful entrance.

Thanks to everyone who joined the MARC Board of Directors and Budget and Personnel Committee meetings on June 28. We’re sharing selected highlights from the meetings for your awareness and use in regional conversations.

Legislative Briefing reviews impacts on aging residents
June 27, 2022 | Posted in Aging
Missouri Capitol

The virtual session provided an overview of the 2022 Kansas and Missouri state legislative sessions and the impacts on aging residents.

Share your thoughts on amendments to two transportation plans
June 23, 2022 | Posted in Transportation
Highway with blue sky and clouds

Review and provide feedback on amendments to the short-range and long-range transportation plans

A look back at the 2022 Regional Assembly
June 23, 2022 | Posted in News
Ed Eilert and Dan Manley with their awards standing in front of the Parade of Hearts art project

On June 10, MARC held its annual Regional Assembly at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center.

2020 census data reveals changing demographics and increasing diversity in the Kansas City region
June 17, 2022 | Posted in Data & Maps
Drawing of a diverse group of people

The increase in population diversity contributed to a dramatic shift in how the region is growing, from one where all the growth is focused on the edges of the region while the center declines, to one where all areas are now growing.

Protect yourself and others during extreme heat events
June 14, 2022 | Posted in Environment
Hot sun, clouds and very hot thermometer

As the region faces rising temperatures, cooling centers offer a reprieve from the heat.

MARC 2021 Annual Review Now Available
June 9, 2022 | Posted in News
2021 MARC Annual Review cover with the title "Then. Now. Next."

Commemorating 50 years of regional impact, the Mid-America Regional Council's Annual Review celebrates the past, present and future with the theme "Then. Now. Next."

MARC to host regional assembly on June 10
June 6, 2022 | Posted in News
MARC logo projected on screen with awards in shadow foreground

In-person event will celebrate MARC’s 50th anniversary; feature Regional Leadership Awards, local artists