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July 21, 2022 | Posted in Economy & Housing
KC Workforce Indicators logo

Employment has largely remained flat since Dec 2021. Seasonally adjusted employment decreased in May 2022 by 500 jobs, largely offsetting the gains from March to April.

July 19, 2022 | Posted in Transportation
Planning Sustainable Places project plan with public feedback on post-it notes

Members of the public are invited to view project submissions and leave comments online.

July 18, 2022 | Posted in Environment
Sunflower in front of a blue sky

SkyCast forecasts poor air quality tomorrow

July 17, 2022 | Posted in Environment
Sunny blue sky with light clouds

SkyCast forecasts poor air quality tomorrow

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.