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    Hope stays afloat for Truman yacht repairs

    The former president’s yacht, the USS Williamsburg, has had one tow line in the grave for 20 years, about as long as it has been deteriorating at a shipyard in northern Italy. But hope remains among those who would like to see the 243-foot vessel returned to glory. The price, however, is high, and rust is merciless.

    Politics

    Report card shows states have a lot of infrastructure work to do

    Bridges in Kansas: D-plus. Dams in Missouri: D-minus. Overall infrastructure across both states: Does C-minus earn anyone a star? Civil engineers are tough graders. A few gathered in Kansas City on Wednesday to deliver a report card that pretty much stank.

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    Fitting end to a dismal trip: Royals and Shields lose 3-1 to Astros

    The Royals sent their ace, James Shields, to the mound in Wednesday’s finale and, as usually happens when he pitches, their attack turtled and resulted in a 3-1 loss to the Houston Astros.

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    Here’s an eye-opener: Data show the K is a hitter’s park

    Belying its reputation as a pitcher’s park, the math shows a trend toward the hitters at Kauffman Stadium. That ought to be good news for the home team, which has labored at the plate for much of this season.

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    YRC’s Welch is done talking about Arkansas Best bid

    At an industry conference, Welch said enough has been said about YRCWorldwide’s recent surprise offer to buy the rival trucking company. He also said YRC’s long-haul subsidiary will stay focused on improving its profits.

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    Bernanke signals Fed to maintain stimulus efforts

    Chairman Ben Bernanke told Congress Wednesday that the U.S. job market remains weak and that it is too soon for the Federal Reserve to slow its extraordinary stimulus programs.

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    Summer dining: Savor the season’s fresh flavors

    Restaurant patios around the city are abuzz with al fresco diners eager to sip and sup under the stars. Festivals are in full swing, serving up barbecue, cotton candy and street food. Farmers markets on both sides of the state line supply shoppers with local produce for bountiful dinners on the grill.

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    Hmmm. Why does that guy look familiar? And why do all the paparazzi seem so interested in him? You could score a $25 gift card if you write the winning caption.

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    Summer events: A day-by-day list of activities

    OK, so you have relatives coming in from out of town this summer. You want to show them what a neat place Kansas City is, but there are so many things to do, and you’re not sure how to pick and choose. Save this list, and you’ll have a perfect itinerary no matter when or how long the interlopers stay.

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    Flex your summer traditions with yoga in Roanoke Park

    We officially declare the opening of summer on this Memorial Day weekend, which means it’s time go outside and soak up some sun.There’s no end to the things we can do outdoors around here, But here’s one activity you might have missed: outdoor yoga.

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    Editorial

    Missouri is failing to protect at-risk children

    Watching over at-risk children has to be a state’s top priority. It must be done transparently. Darkness and secrecy are exactly the conditions that allow child abuse to thrive.

    Yael T. Abouhalkah

    How to wisely use KC’s taxes: We’ve heard this before

    Led by Mayor Sly James, Kansas City’s elected officials work well together in setting priorities for using city funds. But don’t get carried away: History shows politicians, city managers and staff members routinely talk a good game about setting priorities and wisely spending public funds.

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Auto Racing - Wire
May 21

Christian singer Patty to deliver Indy 500 anthem

Christian music singer Sandi Patty will perform the national anthem at Sunday's Indianapolis 500 for a record sixth time.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 20

Dixon ready to chase 2nd Indianapolis 500 win

Count Scott Dixon as a fan of starting an IndyCar Series race three wide.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 20

Castroneves, Franchitti chase 4th Indy 500 win

Helio Castroneves figures plenty of today's fans have never seen a driver win the Indianapolis 500 for a record-tying fourth time.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 20

Power likes pavement at Detroit Grand Prix track

Will Power looked to his right and saw a buckled-up reporter holding his iPhone, pen and notebook.

Open Wheel - Wire
May 20

The Inside Line: Allmendinger's dream come true

What a turnaround it has been for A.J. Allmendinger during the past 10 months.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 20

KV Racing adds sponsor N.O.-Xplode to Kanaan's car

KV Racing Technology-SH has added another sponsor to Tony Kanaan's car for the Indianapolis 500.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 20

AJ Allmendinger taking life 1 day at a time

AJ Allmendinger's parents attended their first Indianapolis 500 in 1979, when they camped in a grassy lot and watched Rick Mears win his first 500.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 19

Johnson wins again and shrugs off the haters

It's only fitting that Jimmie Johnson's latest romp through the record books was shrouded in post-race controversy.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 19

Young Americans waste no time qualifying for Indy

Bump Day at Indianapolis followed the script.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 18

Jimmie Johnson races to record 4th All-Star win

Cross another milestone off of Jimmie Johnson's list. He stands alone in All-Star history.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 19

Daly has better luck on Indy's Bump Day

Conor Daly had better luck on Bump Day than he did most of this week.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 19

Michel Jourdain Jr. fails to make Indy 500 field

Michel Jourdain Jr. was the only driver who failed to make the Indianapolis 500 field during Bump Day qualifying Sunday.

Nextel - Wire
May 18

Johnson claims record fourth win in all-star race

Jimmie Johnson became the first driver to win the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race four times on Saturday night at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 19

Johnny Gray races to 3rd victory of the season

Johnny Gray raced to his third victory of the season Sunday at the NHRA Kansas Nationals to regain the Funny Car points lead.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 19

Ken Schrader oldest ARCA winner

Longtime NASCAR driver Ken Schrader became the oldest winner in ARCA Racing Series history Sunday, dominating the Menards 200 at Toledo Speedway.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 19

Indianapolis 500 fills 33-car starting grid

British driver Katherine Legge has become the 33rd driver to qualify for next week's Indianapolis 500, assuring race organizers of a full field.

Open Wheel - Wire
May 19

Full 33-car starting field set for Indy 500

The nine starting positions that remained for the May 26 Indianapolis 500 were determined during Sunday's "Bump Day" at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 18

Ed Carpenter earns Indy 500 pole

Ed Carpenter knew he was capable of another fast run, and it earned him the pole for the Indianapolis 500.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 18

Ganassi foursome endures trying day at Indy

Once again, Chip Ganassi Racing will start the Indianapolis 500 packed close together.

Auto Racing - Wire
May 18

McMurray and Stenhouse race into All-Star Race

Jamie McMurray has won the Sprint Showdown to transfer into the $1 million All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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