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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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    Poll: What is your level of anger with the Royals' recent struggles?

    There is a lot of apocalyptic talk from fans, and it all comes from an honest place. The Royals have taken their fans down this path many times before, a free-fall that either turns hope into hopelessness or twists the knife of suck a little bit more. Are you mad? Tell us how mad in our poll.

    Royals

    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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    Business

    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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    IRS operations in KC, nationwide to close Friday because of federal budget constraints

    All IRS operations will also be closed and workers will be furloughed on June 14, July 5, July 22 and Aug. 30. The agency said it may possibly announce one or two additional closing dates later this year. The closures also include staffing all IRS toll-free hotlines, the nearly 400 taxpayer assistance centers nationwide and the taxpayer advocate service.

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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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    Focus on writing a winning entry

    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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Kansas City Wizards - Wire

Recap: D.C. vs. Sporting Kansas City

D.C. United's winless run in league play reached nine consecutive matches on Sunday after the club battled to a 1-1 draw with Sporting Kansas City at RFK Stadium.

Kansas City Wizards - Wire

MLS Preview from The Sports Network (ET)

After snapping the Houston Dynamo's record home unbeaten streak last weekend, Sporting Kansas City hopes to continue the losing streak of struggling D.C. United on Sunday.

Kansas City Wizards - Wire

Toronto acquires Convey from Sporting

Toronto FC announced Thursday that the club has acquired midfielder Bobby Convey from Sporting Kansas City in exchange for a first-round pick in the 2014 MLS Supplemental Draft.

Kansas City Wizards - Wire

Recap: Houston vs. Sporting Kansas City

Sporting Kansas City accomplished on Sunday what other teams failed to do 36 consecutive times: defeat the Houston Dynamo on home soil.

Kansas City Wizards - Wire

MLS Preview from The Sports Network (ET)

The Houston Dynamo made history the last time they stepped onto the pitch at BBVA Compass Stadium. When they return to their home field to face Sporting Kansas City on Sunday, they will be hopeful of building upon their unprecedented legacy.

Kansas City Wizards - Wire

Recap: Sporting Kansas City vs. Seattle

It certainly wasn't the most aesthetically pleasing performance of the season, but Djimi Traore's goal on the final kick of the game handed Seattle Sounders FC a 1-0 win over Sporting Kansas City at Sporting Park on Wednesday.

Kansas City Wizards - Wire

MLS Preview from The Sports Network (ET)

Two clubs at opposite ends of the Eastern Conference standings clash on Wednesday as D.C. United hosts the Houston Dynamo at RFK Stadium.

Kansas City Wizards - Wire

MLS Preview from The Sports Network (ET)

Sporting Kansas City and Seattle Sounders FC will continue their dense fixture list on Wednesday when the two sides meet at Sporting Park.

Kansas City Wizards - Wire

SKC's Zusi earns MLS Player of the Week honor

Sporting Kansas City midfielder Graham Zusi was named the Player of the Week on Monday for week 10 of the 2013 regular season.

Kansas City Wizards - Wire

Recap: Sporting Kansas City vs. Chivas USA

Sporting Kansas City put a stop to a two- game losing streak in style on Sunday, cruising to a 4-0 thrashing of Chivas USA behind a Claudio Bieler brace at Sporting Park.

Kansas City Wizards - Wire

MLS Preview from The Sports Network (ET)

Sporting Kansas City will be eager for the arrival of Chivas USA at Sporting Park on Sunday as the club attempts to bring a halt to its two-game slide.

Kansas City Wizards - Wire

Recap: Sporting Kansas City vs. Portland

The Portland Timbers continued their impressive form on Saturday after Rodney Wallace tallied the decisive goal in the 58th minute of a 3-2 Timbers victory at Sporting Kansas City.

Kansas City Wizards - Wire

MLS Preview from The Sports Network (ET)

Sporting Kansas City will attempt to start another long unbeaten run on Saturday when the club welcomes the Portland Timbers to Sporting Park.

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