Kansas City, Missouri

Kansas City Life Declares Quarterly Dividend

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Monday, April 27, 2020
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KANSAS CITY,Mo., April 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --TheBoardofDirectors ofKansas CityLifeInsuranceCompanydeclareda quarterlydividendof$0.27pershareon April27,2020.ThedividendwillbepayableonMay13, 2020,to stockholders ofrecordonMay7, 2020.

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  • KANSAS CITY,Mo., April 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --TheBoardofDirectors ofKansas CityLifeInsuranceCompanydeclareda quarterlydividendof$0.27pershareon April27,2020.ThedividendwillbepayableonMay13, 2020,to stockholders ofrecordonMay7, 2020.
  • Kansas City Life Insurance Company (OTCQX: KCLI) was established in 1895 and is based in Kansas City, Missouri.
  • The Company's primary business is providing financial protection through the sale of life insurance and annuities.
  • The Company operates in 49 states and the District of Columbia.

Sealy & Company Poised for Active Quarter Amid Kansas City Acquisition

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Monday, April 27, 2020
Cities in the United States, Geography of the United States, Regions of the United States, Kansas City, Missouri, Kansas City metropolitan area, Shreveport, Louisiana, KANSAS, Dallas

Because of its central location and easy access to all major modes of transportation, the Kansas City region is a top tier logistics hub.

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  • Because of its central location and easy access to all major modes of transportation, the Kansas City region is a top tier logistics hub.
  • As the crossroads of North America, Kansas City offers a strong advantage as 85 percent of the U.S. population can be reached from Kansas City within two days or less.
  • Sealy & Company, a fully integrated commercial real estate investment and operating company, is a recognized leader in acquiring, developing, and redeveloping regional distribution warehouse, industrial/flex, and other commercial properties.
  • Sealy & Company has an exceptional team of over 100 employees, located in eight offices, with corporate offices in Dallas, TX and Shreveport, LA.

iModules Announces Recipients of its Annual Scholarship Program

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Thursday, April 23, 2020
Student financial aid, Education, Academia, Scholarship, Kansas City, Missouri, Scholarships in the United States, Geography of Missouri

This year, a record-high number of video applications were submitted for consideration from high school, undergraduate, and graduate students attending an iModules customer institution.

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  • This year, a record-high number of video applications were submitted for consideration from high school, undergraduate, and graduate students attending an iModules customer institution.
  • The six recipients of iModules 2020 Scholarship program include:
    Ashlyn A., University of Tennessee in Knoxville, Tennessee - $5,500 Scholarship
    Saylor G., University of Missouri-Kansas City in Kansas City, Missouri - $5,500 Scholarship
    Ilia P., University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas - $5,500 Scholarship
    Benjamin S., University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas - $5,500 Scholarship
    Abi V., Harvard University's T.H.
  • iModules has maintained an annual Scholarship Program in an effort to give back to its customer community, awarding more than $250,000 in scholarships since its inception in 2008.
  • For more information on iModules Scholarship Program, please visit https://scholarships.imodules.com .

Blue KC Turns Words of Gratitude into Financial Support for Kansas City Community during COVID-19 Outbreak

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Monday, April 6, 2020
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., April 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Today Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC) launched its #GratefulKC campaign to show support and gratitude for those on the frontlines of the COVID-19 outbreak and response.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., April 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Today Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC) launched its #GratefulKC campaign to show support and gratitude for those on the frontlines of the COVID-19 outbreak and response.
  • Blue KC is asking Kansas Citians to participate in the campaign by using #GratefulKC on social media to thank everyone in the Kansas City community for doing their part to respond to the COVID-19 outbreak.
  • "Through the COVID-19 outbreak, Blue KC employees are working tirelessly to not only support our members but identify ways we can support our community."
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

Blue KC Establishes Additional Coverage to Support Providers and Members through COVID-19 Outbreak

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Thursday, April 2, 2020
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., April 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC) announced additional measures for members to ease the treatment of COVID-19.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., April 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC) announced additional measures for members to ease the treatment of COVID-19.
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    "Our top priority is to ensure that our members with COVID-19 can receive the care they need," said Greg Sweat, M.D., Chief Medical Officer, Blue KC.
  • In addition to this expanded coverage, Blue KC has taken the following measures to assist our members and providers through this unprecedented time:
    Blue KC has enhanced telehealth offerings to support members' health and wellbeing during this uncertain time.
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

Bulkmatic is Expanding Operations to Kansas City

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Thursday, March 12, 2020
Regions of the United States, States of the United States, Cities in the United States, Kansas City metropolitan area, Kansas City, Missouri, Atchison, Kansas, Kansas City, Kansas, Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway, Kansas City Union Station, Atchison, KANSAS

The location, served by the Kansas City Southern Railway, offers shippers a strategically located central US location.

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  • The location, served by the Kansas City Southern Railway, offers shippers a strategically located central US location.
  • "We are excited to expand our railyard network to include the Kansas City market," said Chris Kravas, president Bulkmatic US.
  • The new terminal, located at 6800 St. John Avenue in Kansas City, Missouri, creates an expanded regional footprint for Bulkmatic.
  • Operating in Kansas City will increase capabilities for current trucking operations in Atchison, Kansas and Omaha, Nebraska leading to improved network connectivity and efficiencies.

Kansas City Welcomes Renowned Veterans' Groups

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Wednesday, March 11, 2020
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Veterans' organizations The Rosie Network, National Veterans Transition Services, Inc. (NVTSI) and Veteran Business Project have selected Kansas City as their new home and are creating the Center for Military and Veterans Reintegration (CMVR).

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Veterans' organizations The Rosie Network, National Veterans Transition Services, Inc. (NVTSI) and Veteran Business Project have selected Kansas City as their new home and are creating the Center for Military and Veterans Reintegration (CMVR).
  • Kansas City-based Midtown Redevelopment Partners will provide these organizations with support in their mission.
  • "As the heart of America, Kansas City is the perfect place given its easy access to any place in the country, veteran-friendly atmosphere, opportunities for employment, homeownership and small business development," says NVTSI President and Co-Founder, Maurice D. Wilson.
  • The Rosie Network founder and CEO, Stephanie Brown is looking forward to expanding their services to the Kansas City area.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City Announces It Will Cover COVID-19 Testing and 24/7 Access to Virtual Care

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Tuesday, March 10, 2020
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC) announces it is taking specific steps to ensure our members' access to testing, medications and virtual care, as it monitors the spread of the new coronavirus, or COVID-19.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC) announces it is taking specific steps to ensure our members' access to testing, medications and virtual care, as it monitors the spread of the new coronavirus, or COVID-19.
  • The Blue KC Virtual Care app is currently available on the Apple App Store and Google Play or at www.bluekcvirtualcare.com .
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, the largest not-for-profit health insurer in Missouri and the only not-for-profit commercial health insurer in Kansas City, has been part of the Kansas City community since 1938.
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

Cerner to Webcast Investment Community Meeting

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Wednesday, March 4, 2020
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 04, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cerner Corporation (Nasdaq: CERN), a global health care technology company, announced today it will host its 2020 Investment Community Meeting March 10, 2020, and make the live meeting available through a webcast.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 04, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cerner Corporation (Nasdaq: CERN), a global health care technology company, announced today it will host its 2020 Investment Community Meeting March 10, 2020, and make the live meeting available through a webcast.
  • ET and end at approximately 11:30 a.m. ET.During this meeting, Cerner leadership will discuss the companys business, market environment and long-term goals, and answer questions from the investment community.
  • The webcast may include discussion of Cerner developments, and forward-looking and other material information about business and financial matters.
  • For more information, visit Cerner.com , The Cerner Blog , The Cerner Podcast or connect on Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn or Twitter .

Kansas City Area Companies Unite to Attract, Retain Top Talent

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Tuesday, March 3, 2020
Regions of the United States, Cities in the United States, Geography of the United States, Kansas City, Missouri, KC, KANSAS

"The Training Camp unveils new TeamKC lifestyle resources that talent acquisition leaders can leverage when recruiting, and provides national thought leadership on HR trends to help our area employers stay competitive in the global race for talent," said Jessica Palm, vice president, lead executive, TeamKC, an initiative of the Kansas City Area Development Council .

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  • "The Training Camp unveils new TeamKC lifestyle resources that talent acquisition leaders can leverage when recruiting, and provides national thought leadership on HR trends to help our area employers stay competitive in the global race for talent," said Jessica Palm, vice president, lead executive, TeamKC, an initiative of the Kansas City Area Development Council .
  • "TeamKC is a powerful competitive advantage for the KC region in attracting talented people and companies who need to hire them," said Tim Cowden, president, Kansas City Area Development Council (KCADC).
  • TeamKC currently serves a network of more than 1,000 talent acquisition leaders and 300 KC area employers.
  • Home to 2.5 million people, Kansas City is a vibrant metro in the heart of the U.S., known as "KC Heartland."