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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.

Overland Park, KS - Jerry Cook, president of the Overland Park Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), was honored during the 2009 Kansas Tourism Conference for achieving his Kansas Destination Specialist (KDS) certification.

“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

Amy Garton
Interactive Marketing Manager
Overland Park Convention & Visitors Bureau
913-433-3716
agarton@visitoverlandpark.com

Overland Park, KS – The 2009 Kansas Tourism Conference will be held October 18-20 in Overland Park at the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center. The annual educational conference is a joint effort by the Travel Industry Association of Kansas (TIAK) and the Kansas Department of Travel & Tourism (KST&T) and is themed this year as “Together: Engineering Fresh Beginnings.”

Professional hoofers and novice shufflers alike will have the chance to show off their best moves and dance kicks this holiday season as Hilton Garden Inn celebrates the second year as official hotel sponsor of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, starring the Radio City Rockettes, by encouraging consumers to submit their high kicks and dance moves to the “Holiday Kick Start” video contest.

(Kansas City, Missouri, September 9, 2009) – Faultless Laundry Company, commonly known as Faultless Linen, has been named on Inc magazine’s exclusive fastest growing private companies’ 5000 list in the Business Products & Services Category for the second year in a row. The Inc 5000 is ranked according to percentage of revenue growth from 2005 through 2008.

SpringHill Suites Lawrence New Guest Suite!Enjoy the latest in Comfort at the SpringHill Suites in Lawrence!Lawrence, KS - August 25, 2009

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DATE: August 20, 2009
EVENT: New Business and New Web Site Launch
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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.”

Bangkok, Thailand - Dusit International is one of the most prestigious group of hotels in Thailand. They carry a history of over 60 years. Since their founding in 1949 by Honorary Chairperson Thanpuying Chanut Piyaoui, they have been serving with the greatest level of dedication. Every list compiled locally and internationally on top luxury Thailand hotels will feature Dusit International group of hotels on the top of the list. This is a clear indicator that Dusit International runs leading group of Thailand and Bangkok luxury hotels.

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Black Tie Fundraising Gala for

Sliema, Malta ( PressReleasesKCSTAR ) July 29, 2009 – It’s summer and dining at The Palace has moved outdoors.

Situated at street level in High Street, Sliema Malta, with the beautifully restored 18th century chapel as a back-drop, Talk of Town offers diners an idyllic location in summer. Here, in the relaxed ambiance of their terrace, patrons may enjoy a traditional Maltese a la carte menu offering authentic Maltese food including marinated fish, soups, rabbit, meats and much more.

Overland Park, KS – Kelly Peetoom, director of sales for the Overland Park Convention & Visitors Bureau and Sports Alliance, has completed the Certified Sports Event Executive (CSEE) program.

“We believe that it is important for our team to be well-educated and up-to-date with the industry,” said Dr. Gerald L. Cook, OPCVB president. “This leads to good leadership and will provide vision for the OPCVB to progress in the future.”

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.

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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.

(Kansas City, MO) July, 2009 - Restroom Guardian recently developed a new revolutionary environmental infection control product to greatly improve food safety by reducing restroom bacterial cross contamination and proactively disinfecting restrooms. It is no surprise; restrooms are a haven for many potentially dangerous bacterial microorganisms. Many types and classes of bacteria, including E. coli, C. difficile, enterococci and staphylococci can be found in any restroom and can cause a serious potentially life-threatening infection. These last two classes of bacteria account for the great majority of infections contacted by consumers and patients, which, even when treatable with antibiotics, can carry high mortality rates.

(Kansas City, MO) July, 2009 –Restroom Guardian recently developed a new revolutionary environmental infection control product to greatly improve hospital patient and employee care, reduce hospital acquired bacterial infections, reduce radioactive environmental contamination and proactively disinfect restrooms. It may come as no surprise, but restrooms are a haven for many potentially dangerous bacterial microorganisms. Many types and classes of bacteria, including E. coli, C. difficile, enterococci and staphylococci can be found in any restroom and can cause a serious potentially life-threatening infection. These last two classes of bacteria account for the great majority of infections contacted by patients in hospitals, which, even when treatable with antibiotics, can carry high mortality rates.

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

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DATE: Monday, June 29, 2009
EVENT: New Business Announcement
CONTACT: Liz Gilbert
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OPSC: Overland Park Soccer ComplexOverland Park, KS —Kansas City based Leap Hospitality has been awarded the food management contract for Overland Park’s new $36 million Soccer Complex. The soccer complex, complete with twelve all-weather synthetic turf fields, lights, wireless Internet access, and more, is the only one of its kind in the country. It will host local, regional, and national soccer tournaments. “The City of Overland Park made a commitment to construct the highest quality soccer venue in the nation,” said Mike Laplante Manager of Soccer Complex Operations. “Part of that commitment is to also deliver a quality run foodservice operation,” added Laplante.

New Look and Feel Makes Weight Loss Options More Accessible

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DATE: Wednesday, June 22, 2009
EVENT: malleysurgical.com Updated Web Site Launch
CONTACT: Liz Gilbert
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Easier Access to Information for All 19 YMCA Locations
in Kansas City Area

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

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Thousands of trade students from across the U.S. will gather in Kansas City for the SkillsUSA National Leadership Conference at Bartle Hall

This annual conference, sponsored by the National Guard, helps students connect with industry leaders in the technical and skilled trades. This gives students the chance to find out what qualities and experiences companies seek in candidates, what career paths can be achieved, and what benefits are

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Port Authority and Ameristar Break Ground on ASB Underpass

The Overland Park Convention and Visitors Bureau (OPCVB) held its 2009 National Tourism Week Luncheon on Thursday, May 14 at New Theatre Restaurant. This year’s theme was Beyond our Border, and the keynote address was given by Kansas native and artist, Stan Herd. The following groups/individuals were recognized for their contributions to tourism:

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!

New restaurant serves up hickory-smoked comfort food

OVERLAND PARK, KS (May, 2009) – Hope Loehr, longtime Kansas City restaurant professional, announces the opening of Adam’s Rib Original KC Barbeque. Opening to rave reviews and brisk business, Adam’s Rib Original KC Barbeque is your best choice for true hickory-smoked barbeque presented in a comfortable, casual family setting.

The Raphael“The Director of the National Park Service is pleased to send you the following announcements and actions...” heralded the welcome news to owners of The Raphael. The property is now for the first time officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The building, constructed in the late 1920s as the Villa Serena luxury apartments, stands as a unique example of the majesic Italian Renaissance Revival style on the Plaza and a rare example citywide. The stye was chosen by architect Alonzo Gentry to complement the Mediterranean flavor of the neighboring Country Club Plaza shopping district. According to Mike Prekel, The Raphael’s general manager, the listing is an important step in preserving a significant piece of local architectural history far into the future. “The application process for listing is rigorous, particularly for properties undergoing such extensive renovation,” says Prekel. “The attention to detail and additional construction expense preserves The Raphael’s history and place in Kansas City. It further signifies the owner’s long-term vision for one of the city’s distinguished landmarks.”