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TubaChristmas 2009 will be hosted by The Kansas City Symphony on Friday, December 4. This event will be one of 240 TubaChristmas concerts presented around the United States in tribute to the late artist/teacher William J. Bell, born on Christmas Day 1902. The TubaChristmas ensemble performs traditional Christmas carols and songs, many of which were arranged by noted American composer Alec Wilder, who ironically died on Christmas Eve, 1980. The memories of Bell and Wilder are celebrated in the annual performances of TubaChristmas groups around the nation.

(KANSAS CITY) – The Kansas City Symphony marks the beginning of the holiday season with Handel’s Messiah on Thanksgiving weekend. The Kansas City Symphony and Chorus join with the Independence Messiah Choir for this mosaic of the scriptures, which remains Handel’s most famous work. With over 400 musicians on stage, it is one of the most triumphant choral pieces ever written. Messiah is best known for its familiar “Hallelujah” chorus.

“A séance for piano and orchestra" -- ghosts of music's past weave through the three movement concerto

(Kansas City) - The Kansas City Symphony will present the world premiere of Lost Souls - A Piano Concerto by Israeli composer Avner Dorman on November 20-22. Lost Souls tell the haunting story of a séance summoning ghosts of concertos past, ending in an exorcism. Praised by Gramophone Magazine as “a fresh, young voice, worth following,” Avner Dorman is a rising star composer whose orchestral works were recently performed by the New York Philharmonic and the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

KANSAS CITY SYMPHONY HOSTS
KENNEDY CENTER PRESIDENT MICHAEL KAISER FOR FREE COMMUNITY ARTS CONVERSATION ON NOVEMBER 18

Kennedy Center President Michael M. Kaiser to Travel to all 50 States, Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C., to address the challenges facing non-profit performing arts organizations today

Liberty, MO. November 12th 6-9pm. Girl's Gala November 12th!
Join The Polished Edge Fine Jewelry and Serenity On The Square for a fun night of girl time...
relax with mini massages, shopping, and yummies!!

Ella Smith, a senior staff accountant with McAuley & Crandall PA, has earned her CPA certification. Smith graduated with a Master of Science in Accounting degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in December 2007. She has been with the firm for nearly eight years.

Date: Monday, October 26, 2009
CONTACT: Pam Whiting, (816) 374-5481; e-mail pamw@kcchamber.com
Kendra Kemp, (816) 374-5465; e-mail kemp@kcchamber.com

SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS OPEN THIS MONTH

$1,000 Scholarship setup by Roth IRA book author, John Azodi, CPA

A dedication to my brother Massoud 
Who made it possible for me to achieve what otherwise would have been impossible.
Read the book “ Roth IRA: Exploding the Myths, to Convert or not in 2009/2010” and write a 500 word essay that says "What you have learned from the book that will make a positive change in your life and what that change will be.

MANHATTAN, Kan., (September 22, 2009) – L. Gary Boomer (Kansas City, Mo.) and Sandra L. Wiley (Manhattan, Kan.) of Boomer Consulting, Inc. were recently ranked among Accounting Today magazine’s Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting for 2009. Each has earned a long-standing reputation as an authority and thought leader within the accounting industry.

Professional Employer Organizations – Offering Peace of Mind to Business Owners
Outsourcing is a smart business practice for business owners. Using a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) to handle human resource issues and paperwork can free up countless hours that can be used to focus on a company’s core business and productivity concerns.

September 1, 2009
Contact: KStaxaide@gmail.com

AARP Tax-Aide Kansas is looking for volunteers to do tax counseling. Each year from February 1 through April 15, AARP Tax-Aide volunteers prepare (free of charge) federal, state and local tax returns for low- and middle -income taxpayers, with special attention to those age 60 and older. Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome. You don’t need to be an AARP member or be a retiree to volunteer (or to receive assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers).

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: August 20, 2009
EVENT: New Business and New Web Site Launch
CONTACT: Nick Walz
pr@thinkbigshot.com
816.471.1877

KANSAS CITY, MO – BIGSHOT is pleased to announce the launch of the new website for ProPartnersMD (http://www.propartnersmd.com/) and a new partnership with the National Association of Forensic Economics (NAFE). “It was a pleasure working with ProPartnersMD. The quality of the work the team produced is outstanding,” said BIGSHOT CEO/Founder Jeff Henry. “We are also very honored to have been chosen for the website redesign for NAFE. The BIGSHOT team is looking forward to helping NAFE with their new growth initiative.”

Scott SlabotskyLeawood, Kansas (August 13, 2009)—CBIZ (NYSE: CBZ) and Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C. today announced that Scott Slabotsky, CPA, has been appointed to the University of Kansas Hospital Authority by Kansas Governor Mark Parkinson. The announcement was made in a release by the Governor on August 5th. The University of Kansas Hospital Authority is the public oversight body that governs the operations of the hospital at the University of Kansas Medical Center.

Date: Friday, July 17, 2009
Contact: Chris Lester, (816) 374-5452; email lester@kcchamber.com
Pam Whiting, (816) 374-5481; e-mail pamw@kcchamber.com

A HINT OF OPTIMISM ABOUT THE ECONOMY FROM AREA BUSINESSES

Selfstoragefinders.com is an online self storage directory which launched in April of 2008. The site offers a unique way to connect prospective renters and owners. Prior to Selfstoragefinders.com a prospective renter would have to search for storage units in the phone book, leaving them looking at outdated data and high prices. Selfstoragefinders.com eliminates these problems by offering renters the ability to find multiple storage facilities quickly and easily. The displayed results benefit both prospective tenants and owners.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (July 2, 2009) – After a successful fiscal year and new client acquisitions, Geoff Howe Marketing Communications announces several new hires. These changes to the agency coincide with its expertise in business to professional to consumer marketing communications, assisting clients such as Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc., Colgate-Palmolive and most recently, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica. The additional client business has also created the need for promotions. Geoff Howe is pleased to announce the following personnel developments.

James J. MaiohoFor Immediate Release:

July 2, 2009

Madko Group of Prairie Village Kansas announces its new minority outreach program. The principals of Madko Group Consulting have been mentoring and working with small business for over twenty years, in a variety of Industries.

New Partner Announcement –
Robert B. Schmidt, CPA

After joining the accounting firm of Bender, Weltman, Thomas, Perry & Co, PC (BWTP) in 2008, Robert (Bob) B. Schmidt, CPA has recently been named Partner.

BIGSHOT to Debut Web Site for New Missouri Hockey Team and Their Home Arena

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: Monday, June 29, 2009
EVENT: New Business Announcement
CONTACT: Liz Gilbert
pr@thinkbigshot.com

New Look and Feel Makes Weight Loss Options More Accessible

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: Wednesday, June 22, 2009
EVENT: malleysurgical.com Updated Web Site Launch
CONTACT: Liz Gilbert
pr@thinkbigshot.com

Easier Access to Information for All 19 YMCA Locations
in Kansas City Area

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: Wednesday, June 22, 2009
EVENT: kansascityymca.com Web Site Launch
CONTACT: Liz Gilbert

Kansas City, Missouri June 22, 2009 - Yoodle's new electronic Invoicing solution “Yoodle e-InvoiceTM” combined with the electronic Payment solution “Yoodle e-PayTM” helps small businesses get paid faster.

Electronic invoicing was a luxury that only the bigger and mid-sized companies enjoyed but not anymore. Yoodle’s hosted turnkey solution is completely web based allowing customers to get started with minimal upfront investment.

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June 12, 2009

Question:

My neighbor said my kids, ages 8 and 11, might be eligible for survivors’ benefits since their father died. Are they?

Answer:

Maybe. For your family to be eligible for survivors benefits, their father must have earned the required number of Social Security credits. If he did, you and your children may be eligible for benefits. You’ll want to apply for survivors benefits promptly because benefits are generally retroactive only up to six months. You can apply by calling Social Security's toll-free number, 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Monday through Friday. For more information, read our publication Survivors Benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10084.html or call us for a copy.

Social Security Column
June 9, 2009

A “CONGRATULATIONS” CARD FOR NEW BRIDES

By John Garlinger
Social Security Communications Director in Kansas City

Weddings are in season at this time of year. If you’re planning to have one, or know someone who is, make sure you put Social Security on the to-do list — because we may need to send you a card. A new Social Security card, that is.

Date: Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Contact: Pam Whiting, (816) 374-5481; e-mail pamw@kcchamber.com
Kendra Kemp, (816) 374-5465; email kemp@kcchamber.com

70 Type “A” Young Professionals to Hawk Ice Cream for Charity on Tuesday

Date: June 5, 2009

Contact: Bill Miller, miller.b@chvcpa.com
Cell: 816-225-5854, office: 913-287-4433

M. Cash Sweiven, CPA joins Cochran Head Vick & Co.

Kansas City, MO….. Cochran Head Vick & Co., a local certified public accounting firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Cash Sweiven, CPA as a senior manager in their assurance group. Cash brings 17 years of local and state government, corporate accounting, and public accounting experience to his new position.

NEWS RELEASE
For immediate release
May 12, 2009

Social Security Board of Trustees: Economic Downturn Leads to Worsening of Long-Range Financing Outlook

The Social Security Board of Trustees today released its annual report on the financial health of the Social Security Trust Funds. The Trustees project that program costs will exceed tax revenues in 2016, one year sooner than projected in last year’s report. The combined assets of the Old-Age and Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI) Trust Funds will be exhausted in 2037, four years sooner than projected last year. The worsening of the long-range outlook for the Social Security program is due primarily to the recent economic downturn and faster reductions in mortality than previously assumed.

Join in the show biz fun for the Jewish community’s own version of “American Idol” with Jewish Family Services “Raise Your Voice for JFS - Boogie to Broadway” on Sunday, June 14 at 7 p.m. in the Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at the Jewish Community Campus. It’s an event the entire family will enjoy together!

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (May 11, 2009) — This week the HNTB Companies celebrated an unusual milestone for a privately held company: One year of voluntary compliance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.