Reverbiage: Stories from NPR tagged 'kcur'

End Near For Editorial Cartoonists...

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 08:00:00 EST

This year, at least a dozen veteran cartoonists got the axe, among them Lee Judge of The Kansas City Star. Judge tried to stay relevant by focusing on local issues, and starting a blog. But his satirical take on local issues can easily be replaced by nationally syndicated artists. As print media declines, the era of the political cartoon, particularly at local papers, may be coming to an end. Reporter Sylvia Gross of member station KCUR in Kansas City has this story.

States' 'Shovel Ready' Projects Ready For Cash

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 06:00:00 EST

President-elect Obama wants a proposed economic stimulus package to include billions of dollars for infrastructure improvements. Mr. Obama maintains states have projects that are "shovel ready. The Missouri Department of Transportation says with federal money, it could start $510 million of highway and other construction projects within six months. Maria Carter reports for member station KCUR.

Ford Kicks Off Production Of New F-150

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 06:00:00 EDT

For decades, Ford's F-series pickup truck was the best selling vehicle in the country. But this year, high fuel costs and battered economy have caused pickup sales to plummet. Now, Ford has a new more fuel efficient version of its popular truck. Frank Morris reports for member station KCUR.

Awe, Determination, Resignation amid Flooding

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 06:00:00 EDT

The rising Mississippi River has broken through a half-dozen levees and forced major bridges to close. The record high water is consuming towns in its path. Frank Morris of member station KCUR reports from Burlington, Iowa.

Burlington Residents Hunker Down as River Swells

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 06:00:00 EDT

In Iowa, devastating floodwaters are beginning to inch their way down the southern part of the state. The next city that's in jeopardy of being swamped is the railroad hub of Burlington. Residents are digging in to try to save their town. Frank Morris reports from member station KCUR.

Corn Crops Damaged by Midwestern Rain

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 16:00:00 EDT

Rains drenching the upper Midwest for the past two months are driving up the price of a commodity used in everything from cold cereal to soft drinks, livestock feed and gasoline. Unless the region dries up quickly, nearly everyone is going to pay the price. Frank Morris of member station KCUR reports.

Deadly Storms Tear Through Nation's Heartland

Sun, 11 May 2008 16:00:00 EDT

Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes ravaged parts of Missouri, Oklahoma and Georgia on Saturday, killing more than 20 people. KCUR reporter Frank Morris reports from the small town of Picher, O.K., which was devastated by a tornado.

Faith Grows with Greensburg's Tornado Recovery

Mon, 05 May 2008 06:00:00 EDT

One year ago today, the small town of Greensburg, Kan., awoke to a tornado ripping through their town. The storm destroyed many homes and countless possessions, and leveled all of the town's churches. After a year of rebuilding, and a weekend of reflecting on the natural disaster, many Greensburg residents have found renewed faith in their town and in themselves. Frank Morris of member station KCUR reports from Greensburg, Kan.

A Samoan Soldier Who Died for the United States

Tue, 10 Oct 2006 17:26:00 EDT

A remembrance for a 47-year-old Samoan-American National Guardsman killed in Afghanistan. In Kansas City, the small Samoan community is rallying around the family. Frank Morris of member station KCUR reports.

Highways Change the Face of America

Thu, 29 Jun 2006 06:00:00 EDT

Fifty years ago, President Eisenhower signed the act creating the Interstate Highway System. It represents the largest earth moving project in human history -- so large that it's been called the "51st state." As Frank Morris of member station KCUR reports, the highway system accelerated suburban development, changed shipping, leisure travel and American culture as a whole.

Controlled Missouri River Flood Aimed at Helping Fish

Fri, 19 May 2006 06:00:00 EDT

After 15 years of lawsuits and delays, the Army Corps of Engineers is finally releasing enough water for a "spring rise" flood in the Missouri River. The goal is to spur breeding of an endangered fish, the Pallid Sturgeon. But the flood is controversial -- especially with down-river farmers. Frank Morris of member station KCUR reports.

U.S. Businesses Brace for Monday's Work Boycott

Sun, 30 Apr 2006 16:00:00 EDT

Businesses are bracing for a planned work boycott by immigrant workers seeking legalization for undocumented aliens. Reporter Frank Morris of member station KCUR in Kansas City reports that some big businesses, like meat-packing plants, are planning to shut down for the day, because they are so dependent on immigrant labor.

Soldier Killed in Iraq Is one of Many From Small Town

Wed, 12 Apr 2006 06:00:00 EDT

Mike Hartwick was killed when he was shot down in his helicopter in Iraq, near Baghdad. Hartwick is from a town of 800 in Missouri. Yet even in a town this small, 13 residents are serving in Iraq. Frank Morris of member station KCUR reports.

Kansas Church Uses Funerals for Anti-Gay Protests

Mon, 06 Feb 2006 00:00:00 EST

As Atlanta readies for Coretta Scott King's funeral Tuesday, police brace for Fred Phelps and members of his Kansas church. Phelps has exploited funerals for virulent, anti-gay protests. The controversial preacher says state efforts to neutralize his protests violate his First Amendment rights. Frank Morris of member station KCUR reports.

Harley Race's Night-School Pro Wrestling Classes

Fri, 18 Nov 2005 00:00:00 EST

Eight-time National Wrestling Alliance champion Harley Race runs a professional wrestling school in Missouri. He holds his classes on this unique form of brutal ballet in the evening, because all his students have day jobs. Frank Morris of member station KCUR reports.

Debating Medicaid and Morality in Missouri

Wed, 11 May 2005 00:00:00 EDT

In Missouri, plans to pare 90,000 people from the Medicaid rolls in 2005 have sparked a fierce debate over the morality of the move. Frank Morris of member station KCUR in Kansas City reports.

Sunday Puzzle: Ephemera Society

Sun, 27 Mar 2005 00:00:00 EST

NPR's Puzzlemaster Will Shortz quizzes one of our listeners, and has a challenge for everyone at home. This week's winner is Glenn Grayson from Overland Park, Kansas. He listens to Weekend Edition on member station KCUR in Kansas City, Mo.