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Opinion editor at kcstar.com Author, speaker, podcaster on joy. positivelyjoy.com
@davidmastio.bsky.social
and I discussed affordable housing in Kansas City in our latest installment of DoubleTake. David thinks the city is making progress. I have questions:
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Kansas City hasn’t cracked the affordable housing code. What will it take? | Opinion
DoubleTake: Mayor Lucas and the City Council have gotten creative about building codes, permits and zoning. It’s still not enough. | Opinion
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/david-mastio/article315424719.html
16 days ago
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My latest column, DoubleTake with
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, on immigration detention centers:
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ICE detention centers debate over setting down roots here raise ire | Opinion
DoubleTake: David Mastio thinks ICE detention facilities belong in Kansas and Missouri. Yvette Walker thinks there are bigger problems to fix.
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/article314929874.html
about 2 months ago
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My latest column: Would you ban alcohol in single-serve bottles if your neighborhood was inundated with gas stations and liquor stores? KC is considering a plan to ban small-sized alcoholic drinks under an ordinance in areas with crime and drunkenness.
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Kansas City plan to ban alcohol in single-serve containers draws fire | Opinion
DoubleTake: Some gas stations and liquor stores won’t be able to sell small-sized alcoholic drinks under ordinance. Yvette Walker and David Mastio discuss. | Opinion
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article314849531.html
2 months ago
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Did you miss the American Public Square grant info session for small nonprofits Tuesday? No worries, there will be more.
kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article314805881.html?mrfhud=true
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Small nonprofits are the backbone of communities. APS wants to help | Opinion
American Public Square to fund community-building nonprofits with low-barrier $2,500 to $5,000 awards and info sessions. From Yvette Walker:
https://kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article314805881.html?mrfhud=true
2 months ago
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My latest column: Da Bears moving to Indiana?
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It’s a Chicago-Indiana war for the Bears: Now I know what KC’s feeling | Opinion
This border war has the Chicago Bears being wooed to neighboring Hammond, Indiana. Yvette Walker gets it, Kansas City.
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article314780323.html
2 months ago
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The "Star Spangled Banner" among the worst of national anthems? Read for yourself in my latest column.
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Our national anthem among the worst? Wait ‘til the World Cup comes to KC | Opinion
Study ranks the Star Spangled Banner 33rd in a list of 47 international anthems. Listen for yourself. From Yvette Walker:
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article314478929.html?giftCode=db0a92371b2185bcf44b7f48cd2f8c5be23d0dc9aac2a4e7d885f001de8d45c6
3 months ago
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There is a new grocery store coming to the corner of 31st and Prospect. This is a big deal, and I was glad to hear it. The East Side Kansas City neighborhoods had been without a grocer since August 2025:
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Will United Market KC be the grocery store KC East Siders have needed? | Opinion
The market, to open in April, restores grocery access for Linwood and Prospect neighborhoods. From Yvette Walker:
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article314416865.html#storylink=cpyhttps://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article314416865.html?giftCode=3541ec61f1f53b41fa65f5afe6f1c153e268b17d8fa02a8583f846125272bea5
3 months ago
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We talked to the archdiocese of Kansas City, Kan., to find out where the archbishop stands on immigration and the U.S. Conference of Bishops.
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KCK Archbishop backs urgent Catholic message for immigration reform | Opinion
Archbishop Shawn McKnight and dioceses call for humane immigration while expanding parish sanctuary programs for families in Kansas City. | Opinion
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article312931504.html?giftCode=fc009ec07f536bb60e8b07bf9ca22e98e143e5edbbc9703c83bbe93ec596c566
6 months ago
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Announcement:
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Kansas City Star names new top leader after previous executive editor’s promotion
He makes history as the first Black editor to lead the 145-year-old organization.
https://www.kansascity.com/news/local/inside-the-star/article312040156.html
8 months ago
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Latest editorial: ‘Not the right thing to do’: Missouri redistricting against the people’s good | Opinion This is a gift article, FREE to YOU!
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‘Not the right thing to do’: Missouri redistricting against the people’s good | Opinion
We agree with GOP House Speaker Jon Patterson of Lee’s Summit that Kansas City must have representation in Congress. | Opinion
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/editorials/article312037410.html
8 months ago
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reposted by
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Rick Hellman
8 months ago
Trying new gift-link feature to skirt paywall at
@kansascity.com
for this post. Thx to Derek Donovan,
@yvettewalker.bsky.social
for publishing this by KU Comm Studies' Robin Rowland.
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Obama convinced Kansas about the American dream. Democrats, listen up | Opinion
“This country succeeds when everyone gets a fair shot,” he told an Osawatomie audience. “These aren’t Democratic values or Republican values.” | Opinion
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/readers-opinion/guest-commentary/article311989375.html?giftCode=5bdc447276044b64000196614d0534736d42c56a91d1c7234a18c95bb8a83b93
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I have two Kansas City appearances this week: One on DEI on Tuesday and one on journalism and technology on Wednesday. I hope you'll come! Tuesday:
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Wednesday:
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8 months ago
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We know we are being watched, but what are they doing with our data?
@torianoporter.bsky.social
takes a look at this in several Kansas City-area cities.
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License plate cameras: Is your data used against you, Kansas City? | Opinion
Even Flock Safety, which sells the tech, has questions about what the government is doing. Toriano Porter breaks down local cities using it. | Opinion
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/toriano-porter/article311912623.html?giftCode=4f290d6021ad79ca208dee27c1cc8f8a2512db0477bf0a6f4a00c88e8e1ca1ba
8 months ago
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My latest column. It's an important topic.
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Her brother’s tragic overdose led Kansas City hairstylist to warn others | Opinion
Michelle Williams leads workshops on fentanyl, naloxone usage and harm reduction. From Yvette Walker:
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article309941510.html
10 months ago
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UnidosUS visted Kansas City for a listening session. My latest column.
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UnidosUS comes to KC for listening session with city, business and community leaders | Opinion
KCK’s Janet Murguia of UnidosUS discussed tough challenges, barriers and steps forward at the Mattie Rhodes Cultural Center.
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article308079045.html
11 months ago
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This week's Double Take with
@davidmastio.bsky.social
and
@melindakcmo.bsky.social
. They joust over DEI.
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Trump’s new attack on DEI: Erasing history or a needed shakeup? | Opinion
Double Take: Henneberger and Mastio debate DEI and diversity after the firing of National Portrait Gallery Director Kim Sajet.
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/article307770440.html
11 months ago
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I'll be watching this. Will you?
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Whatever you think about the POTUS or the press, watch ‘Good Night, and Good Luck’ live | Opinion
This important play explores truth, journalism and how Edward R. Murrow helped take down Joe McCarthy. The penultimate Broadway performance is live and free to watch on CNN. From Melinda Henneberger:
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/melinda-henneberger/article307929360.html
11 months ago
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Immigration aid and support in Kansas City.
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With public funds out, these groups help Kansas City’s immigrant families | Opinion
Privately funded organizations go about the work of helping immigrants after DEI is defeated. From Yvette Walker:
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article307536876.html
11 months ago
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I saw Josh Johnson in Kansas City, and I wrote about it!
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No politics, all funny: ‘Daily Show’ comic Josh Johnson brings the laughs to Kansas City
The stand-up comedian brought entertaining storytelling instead of D.C. drama to the Midland. From Yvette Walker:
https://www.kansascity.com/entertainment/kansas-city/article307686760.html
11 months ago
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The new Double Take column from @DavidMastio and Melinda Henneberger is out! They discuss Musk, DOGE, eugenics and more.
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Is Elon Musk a visionary of the future or reminder of the dark past? | Opinion
Double Take from Henneberger and Mastio: Musk is in the news because he told budget truths.
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/article307468201.html
11 months ago
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I've decided that I just can't join the "We Do Not Care Club." As tempting as it may be. It's my new column.
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I’ve decided I just can’t join the ‘We Do Not Care Club’ | Opinion
Social media’s We Do Not Care Club has its place, but Yvette Walker chooses to care deeply about culture and community in the midst of life’s demands.
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article306999736.html
11 months ago
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Welcome to Double Take, a new and regular conversation from opinion writers
@melindakcmo.bsky.social
and
@davidmastio.bsky.social
of the Kansas City Star tackling news with differing perspectives and respectful debate. Read more at:
www.kansascity.com/opinion/arti...
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What Biden’s prostate cancer reveals about Trumpworld | Opinion
Double Take: Melinda Henneberger and David Mastio discuss Joe Biden’s health and the cover-up. | Opinion
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/article306903536.html#storylink=cpy
12 months ago
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@torianoporter.bsky.social
went home to St. Louis, where tornadoes devastated neighborhoods:
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Top Missouri Republicans to Trump: Send federal relief to St. Louis. Will he act? | Opinion
Gov. Kehoe, Sens. Schmitt, Hawley implore Donald Trump to send federal aid to Missouri. From Toriano Porter:
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/toriano-porter/article306768921.html
12 months ago
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Big thanks to @_FeedSpot for recently adding Positively Joy to their list of the Top 100 Podcasts for Christian Women in 2025
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100 Best Podcasts for Christian Women in 2025
Best Podcasts for Christian Women to Listen to ⋅ 1. The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast ⋅ 2. Praying Christian Women ⋅ 3. Preach it Sis
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12 months ago
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Let the voters have what they voted for. My new column.
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When 52% is a minority — and other upside down Jeff City thinking | Opinion
Lawmakers in Jefferson City want to roll back what the majority of Missourians want. It’s the not the first time, and probably won’t be the last. | Opinion
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article306494921.html
12 months ago
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Plans are laid as KC looks ahead to next summer's World Cup. Our new editorial.
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KC 2026 World Cup organizers say ‘we’ve got some work to do’ | Opinion
The nonprofit coordinating World Cup games in Kansas City looks at logistics, public safety and transportation. | Opinion
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/editorials/article306234566.html
12 months ago
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Missouri ranks low in protecting women. How about your state?
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Missouri ranks poorly in report on women: Can the state help us help ourselves? | Opinion
Women’s safety issues include a high rate of domestic and sexual violence, homicide, trafficking and financial woes. From Yvette Walker:
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article305355381.html
12 months ago
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Not pleased with this reversal that can harm journalists.
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Free press at risk: Attorney General Pam Bondi targets journalists in leaks | Opinion
She’s reversed a Biden policy, allowing authorities to use subpoenas and force testimony from journalists in leak investigations. From Yvette Walker:
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article305176231.html
about 1 year ago
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'Nuff said.
about 1 year ago
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about 1 year ago
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about 1 year ago
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From
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: Today is International Fact-Checking Day — a day to recognize fact-checking journalists and everyone working to uphold accuracy and truth in our information ecosystem.
about 1 year ago
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Yvette Walker: books, biography, latest update
Follow Yvette Walker and explore their bibliography from Amazon's Yvette Walker Author Page.
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about 1 year ago
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My crime novel, “Sixty,” is FREE today with 150 others. It’s Stuff Your Kindle Day: Crime Edition!!! Go to
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for all the books!
about 1 year ago
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This story is developing. More to come!
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KC mayor right to suspend city manager who betrayed public by suggesting lying to media | Opinion
Our concern is for the public trust, which has been violated by an official serving at the highest levels in city government. | Opinion
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/editorials/article301598599.html
about 1 year ago
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Here's how to get your cultural and religious entries back on Google Calendar.
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Is your favorite cultural or religious holiday erased from Google Calendar? Mine were | Opinion
Google removed certain religious and cultural holidays from its calendar app. Can you get them back? From Yvette Walker:
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article301403489.html
about 1 year ago
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As a journalist, I often get messages from friends asking if I am OK. I am. Last year, I wrote about this movie. Despite what's happening these days, I'm beginning to think we aren't divided as we used to be. Everyone is hurting. I'm talking regular folks.
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Is the new ‘Civil War’ movie a preview of our real divided American future? | Opinion
The film depicts a president who violates the Constitution to take a third term, and caters only to his supporters. From Yvette Walker:
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article287733815.html#storylink=cpy
about 1 year ago
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Hospice is hard on families. Why make it harder with budget cuts?
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My sister was in hospice. Could funding cuts have affected access to her final care? | Opinion
Families making end-of-life decisions might face challenges with Medicaid funding after Trump administration cuts. From Yvette Walker:
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article301034104.html
about 1 year ago
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These amazing women are being honored this week at the 10th annual Starr Women's Hall of Fame at UMKC. Read their stories, IN THEIR OWN WORDS.
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10th Women’s Hall of Fame honors Kansas City women for accomplishments and influence | Opinion
The University of Missouri-Kansas City archives materials of its inductees, making them accessible to researchers worldwide. From Yvette Walker:
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article300368639.html
about 1 year ago
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I'm left-handed and I can write and read in cursive. Should our kids?
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Learning cursive is an important skill, but should it be mandatory in today’s tech age? | Opinion
Missouri legislators push for mandatory cursive writing instruction in public schools. From Yvette Walker:
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yvette-walker/article300075724.html
about 1 year ago
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KC got hit with more snow. What do parents do with endless winter storm days?
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about 1 year ago
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12 writers - six from KC and six from Philly - face off in an Opinion Super Bowl showdown: which team's town is best?
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Kansas City or Philly? 12 writers debate which city wins the Super Bowl of culture | Opinion
A dozen writers from The Kansas City Star and The Philadelphia Inquirer go head-to-head in a Super Bowl showdown of words and ideas.
https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/editorials/article299801904.html
about 1 year ago
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LAST DAY: Free and sale prices on a great selection of novels. Multiple genres and female lead characters!
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over 1 year ago
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