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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JULY 2019 SALES DIRECTOR

Frank Flores | frank.flores@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Angela Broockerd | angela.broockerd@lifestylepubs.com PHOTOGRAPHY DIRECTOR

Paul Versluis | paul.versluis@lifestylepubs.com

Letter from the Editor WITH SUMMER IN FULL SWING AND FOUR KIDS AT HOME, IT FEELS AS IF I

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Angela Broockerd, Riley Cowing, Tammy Richards CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Paul Versluis, Janie Jones, Lindsey Bishop

HAVE SPENT MOST OF MY TIME IN THE CAR CHAUFFEURING THE KIDS TO AND FROM ACTIVITIES. Baseball fields, swimming pools, summer training programs and camps have consumed our days, and as constant and busy as it is, I know that I am going to greatly miss this someday. It has been a whirlwind of activity, and summer is always the time when working from home becomes a bit more difficult to balance.

As I write from my home office, I realize that I’m feeling guilty that my kids are home and off-the-clock, probably playing video games. I tend to feel that internal struggle to set up an activity for them because too much idle time bothers me, and in reality it shouldn’t. I know in my heart (and studies are backing me up on this): Kids need downtime. It’s incredibly healthy and necessary for kids to have time to recuperate from the busy schedules they keep.

As a child, I had countless hours of downtime, and it helped me to become more creative in how I spent my time and allowed me to appreciate the fun stuff when it did occur.

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

My oldest son and I recently discussed how over-scheduled and busy his generation is

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

and how it is leading to burnout of things that they once loved. Social media feeds for both

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

teens and adults are filled with sharing just how busy we are. He had some pretty great

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

insights on how having constant activity, specialty training and entertainment creates a

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

feeling of dissatisfaction because when everything is commonplace—nothing is special.

So, my son is teaching me to slow down and to do less— to try to have a summer like I used to have of less scheduling and more fire-pits, catching fireflies, fishing in the neighborhood

EDITORIAL MANAGER Nicolette Martin AD MANAGER Chad Jensen REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

pond, riding bikes, putting on a sprinkler in the backyard for my younger ones, and yes, some laying around to do a little bit of nothing. And who knows, summer might just do what it was supposed to do—refresh us so we can take on our schedules once again.

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Johnson County Lifestyle™ is published monthly by Lifestyle Publications LLC. It is distributed via the US Postal Service to some of the Johnson County areas’ most affluent neighborhoods. Articles and advertisements do not necessarily reflect Lifestyle Publications’ opinions. No portion of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without written consent. Lifestyle Publications does not assume responsibility for statements made by advertisers or editorial contributors. Information in Johnson County Lifestyle™ is gathered from sources considered to be reliable, but the accuracy of all information cannot be guaranteed.

INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2019

FEATURES 14 Blood Orange Aperol Spritz With Cordial Craft

16 Out of Office Corporate challenge promotes healthy lifestyle at the office

20 Farm-to-Table Entertaining Al Fresco Style

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34 KC Guitar Trio Strumming into summer

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DEPARTMENTS

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Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Hops & Vine

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Healthy Lifestyle

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Realty Report

34 Back Stage 40 Giving Back 44 DIY 48 Lifestyle Calendar 50 Local’s Choice

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GOOD TIMES

Big Slick More than $2.5 Million was raised for Children's Mercy hospital at this year's Big Slick event. Celebrities gathered to play games and visit with the true heroes, the patients at Children's Mercy Hospital.

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SEARCY FINANCIAL ANNOUNCES NEW EXECUTIVES Searcy Financial Services, a financial planning and investment management firm in Overland Park, is pleased to announce the promotion of Jessica Searcy Kmetty and Ryan Brooke to Principals in the firm. They will join President Michael Searcy and Principals Marc Shaffer and John Fales in leading the nationally recognized company.

Leslie Davis. President I believe no two clients are alike and no two plans should be either. As an independent financial services

Mr. Searcy stated, “Jessica and Ryan have evidenced their commitment to our firm and our clients during their time with Searcy Financial Services. We are delighted to have them join our

advisor, I have access to hundreds of products from

Executive Team ,and I believe their new role as

the most reputable companies. I understand the

Principal will enhance our firm’s continued com-

importance of planning for the future. This ethical

mitment to our clients’ success.”

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HOPS & VINE

blood orange aperol spritz WITH CORDIAL CRAFT

REFRESH YOUR PALETTE THIS SUMMER WITH THIS SIGNATURE DRINK FROM BRANDON OF CORDIAL CRAFT. Enjoy a playful twist on an Italian classic.

Blood orange juice adds a nice touch of acidity and sweetness.

ARTICLE BRANDON BURKE | PHOTOGRAPHY PAUL VERSLUIS

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B LOO D O R A NG E A P E R O L SP R I T Z + 1oz Aperol + 1 oz fresh squeezed blood orange juice + 4oz prosecco Garnish with fresh florals and fresh fruit slices.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

OUT OF OFFICE ARTICLE RILEY COWING

KANSAS CITY BONE & JOINT IS ONE OF 240 COMPANIES

The orthopedic clinic was established in 1940, and this is their first

TO PARTICIPATE IN KANSAS CITY CORPORATE CHALLENGE

year competing in the Corporate Challenge. The KCCC began in 1980

THIS YEAR. The event provides an opportunity for co-workers,

and hosts numerous events, from flag football to tug of war, over a three-

alongside employees from other local companies, to get to know

month period. Riki Duncan, with KCBJ, describes the intention behind

each other through friendly competition.

the event as promoting wellness and providing space for employees

Typical opportunities to get to know co-workers tend to involve a monthly happy hour at a bar blocks away from the

of different, local companies to spend time together in a more casual environment. KCBJ is one of 240 companies participating this year.

office or a picnic to kick off the summer season. Both situations

Their services focus on the musculoskeletal system (involving

involve a chance to escape the office environment and chat with

bones, joint, nerves, etc.) which could come in handy if par-

colleagues without being CC’d on another email. But Kansas

ticipants themselves encountered a sports-related injury. For

City Bone & Joint Clinic has another idea that goes beyond

patient care technician Sierra Skillings, working in orthopedics

small talk and aligns with a healthy, active lifestyle—Kansas City

has increased her awareness when involved in a competitive

Corporate Challenge.

event, such as Corporate Challenge.

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“I have loved competing in Corporate Challenge,” Skillings says.

shape to play sports, rather than playing sports to get in shape.

“It breaks up the monotony of work flow and gives us a positive

Playing sports without proper training and conditioning places

thing to do as a group. For some events it has been hard finding

the participant at risk for injury.”

people to participate, but once everyone shows up we have a blast! Working in ortho, I am more conscious of what I am doing

Duncan reported the event thankfully has not resulted in any injuries—but rather a couple of gold medals.

during the activities. During intramurals in college I was much more

“Dr. Clint Walker and Kevin Mainard blew the competition out

aggressive and careless, but now I am more cautious of injuries.”

of the water by reeling in the biggest combo of bass and crap-

Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Mike Azzam enjoys the KCCC but cau-

pies, weighing in at 10.63 pounds,” she says. “Stephen Payne, a

tions those playing sports without proper training or conditioning.

nurse practitioner working under Dr. Jeffrey Salin, tied for the

“I think that KCCC fosters a collegial atmosphere among

most hits in trap shooting, but shot ahead with the longest run

coworkers and helps encourage teamwork both in and out of

on 19. Monday’s morning e-mails have been full of great pictures

work,” Azzam says. “It also promotes a healthy, active lifestyle. As

from the games, results, and highlights, not to mention bragging

an orthopedic surgeon, I would urge those participating to get in

rights echoing throughout the halls.”

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A Financial Roadmap for Life

By Michael J. Searcy, ChFC®, CFP®, AIFA®

President & CEO at Searcy Financial Services, a Fee-Only, NAPFA Registered Advisory Firm

There’s a big difference between making a good living and making a good life. Making a good life, for me, means I get to help people pull together all the pieces of their current situation, and show them how each piece impacts the others, creating an organization to the chaos to help guide them through the life they desire. I’ve met countless people who make a great living, but make no time to really live. Having a financial plan is crucial to getting the most out of life, and beyond. Following that financial plan could be the difference between “I’m so glad I planned and prioritized,” and “I shoulda, coulda, wish I woulda.”

A financial plan is often thought of like a roadmap, but it’s more like an overarching plan for your entire trip, not just meant to focus on your current and final destination. A financial plan does guide you between destinations, but it’s not static and can account for things that come up along the way. If you decide or are forced to take a detour, it can be your guide to getting back on track.

In road trip terms, your plan could include: your overall budget, where and how you’ll spend money along the way, goals you want to accomplish on your route, a plan for emergencies and detours, making sure your insurance is up-to-date in case of trouble, an “emergency cash” buffer for things that pop up, and much more.

From Folded Atlas to GPS How many people do you know that still use a folded atlas to reach their destination?

Sometimes there’s just a comfort or nostalgia in holding the printed copy of a map that’s going to lead you where you want to be. But what if you left your map at home or had it locked up somewhere and nobody else knew how to get to it? The great thing about technology these days is, if you need a backup map, you can pull up your destination on a mobile device and be on your way. It’s the same with your financial plan. Having cloud-based access to your plan keeps it safe from misplacement and natural hazards, and you can grant access to others for when you’re not around.

When You’re No Longer the Driver When you’re no longer living or are incapacitated (think dementia), what type of situation do you want to leave for your family? Do you want their grieving process to include frantic searches for your end-of-life wishes, insurance accounts, and financial statements? Do you want them facing this situation alone with no idea where to get started? Probably not.

Working with an advisory team allows you to have people that know the fine details of your plan and can help your passengers navigate when you’re no longer the driver. They can also help set someone else up to drive, which means if you leave a spouse behind, someone is there to take care of them and get them back on the road to success.

If you don’t have a plan, get one immediately. Don’t let yourself travel from Florida to California and look back wishing you’d stopped at the Grand Canyon. Remember, a financial plan can get you from point to point, but its true value is that it guides you to live and enjoy life along the way!

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REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT

JOHNSON COUNTY

NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Reinhardt Estates

$2,495,000

$2,390,000

95%

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5

6.2

Sagamore Hills

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

100%

3

4

5.1

Highlands Creek

$1,450,000

$1,249,500

86%

226

5

5.3

Hallbrook

$1,375,000

$1,249,000

90%

276

4

6.1

Indian Fields

$1,200,000

$1,198,000

99%

28

4

4.2

Mission Hills

$1,300,000

$1,185,000

91%

38

5

4.1

Hallbrook

$1,195,000

$1,084,000

90%

168

4

3.1

Mills Farm

$1,085,000

$1,048,000

95%

111

5

3.2

Mills Farm

$998,000

$989,000

99%

15

5

6.1

Bridgewood

$1,050,000

$900,000

85%

107

5

5.1

Information compiled is from Heartland Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and includes properties listed and sold in the area from multiple brokers. 2019 STATISTICS from 5/1/2019 TO 5/31/2019. * DOM=Days on Market

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Farm-to-Table Entertaining Al Fresco Style PHOTOGRAPHY PAUL VERSLUIS

SPENDING TIME OUTDOORS AND ENJOYING

We love a good home cooked menu mixed with a

FRIENDS AND FAMILY OVER GOOD FOOD AND

signature drink, so we brought in the expertise of local

DRINKS IS A GREAT WAY TO USHER IN SUMMER.

food connoisseur, Samie Laforce, to share some of her

This gorgeous farm-to-table dinner is set in the

favorite farm-to-table patio favorites and the creative

breathtaking Timber Barn space at Weston Red

beverage genius, Brandon Burke of Cordial Craft. What

Barn Farm. From the fresh flower arrangements to

are we serving? We started with an Arugula Salad with

the locally sourced produce and herbs, this earthy

Grilled Corn, Shaved Radishes with Zucchini and Goat

spread is brimming with character and flavor. The

Cheese and served with a Creamy Lemon Vinaigrette.

earthy ceramic and clay vases give the perfect vessel

Buttermilk Brined Fried Chicken was a must for this

to fill with organic cut herbs and handpicked wild

outdoor party which paired nicely with locally sourced

flowers. Amy Casin from Victoria Gardens arranged

Roasted Heirloom Carrots drizzled with Hot Honey.

a beautiful medley of queen Anne’s lace, mint, sage,

Peach Bread Pudding with Salted Vanilla Caramel

rosemary, lavender, lamb’s ear, nigella, buddleia,

Cream rounded out our meal for the perfect sweet treat.

oregano, dill, fever few, and geranium to name just a

We wanted to share a few of our favorite recipes for

few of these beautiful blooms.

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you to try at home. Enjoy!

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FARM-TO-TABLE

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Buttermilk Brined Fried Chicken INGREDIENTS DRIED SPICE MIX

+ 2 tablespoons white pepper + 1 teaspoon ground mustard + 5 teaspoons paprika + 2 teaspoons fresh black pepper + 2 tablespoons garlic powder + 2 teaspoons dried oregano + 2 teaspoons cayenne + 1 teaspoon celery salt + 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme + 4 teaspoons onion powder + Palm kosher salt BUTTERMILK BRINE

+ 4 cups buttermilk + 1 bunch fresh sage + 1/2 of spice mixture DREDGE

+ 2 cups flour + 1/2 cup cornstarch + 1 tablespoon baking powder + Whole cut up chicken or 2 bone-in breasts, 2 thighs and 2 drumsticks TO COOK

+ 4 cups shortening INSTRUCTIONS 01 Marinate chicken in brine for up to 24 hours. Place chicken in large Ziploc bag and pour marinade over top. Add fresh sage and store in fridge.

02 Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a baking rack with a sheet pan for raw chicken and one for cooked chicken.

03 Add remaining spice mixture to flour mixture. Whisk together well.

04 Heat shortening to 350 degrees. (Preference is cast iron Dutch oven) Pull chicken out of buttermilk mixture and let drip. Coat firmly in flour mixture and set on raw chicken rack. Complete each piece of chicken.

05 Heat oil to 350 degrees. Place 2 or 3 pieces of chicken in oil and cook 3-5 minutes per side. Place on cooked chicken rack. Put cooked chicken in oven to complete cooking for 15 minutes.

06 Let chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving!

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Pe ac h Br e ad Pudding INGREDIENTS + 1 loaf brioche + 5 fresh peaches + 2 tablespoons sugar + 2 tablespoons butter + 2 cups milk + 1 cup heavy cream + 5 eggs + 2 teaspoons cinnamon + 2 tablespoons brown sugar + 2 teaspoons vanilla INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut bread into 1-inch cubes. Dice peaches into medium dice. Place peaches, white sugar, and butter in saucepan. Cook until sugar is dissolved and peaches are soft. Mix all other ingredients together. Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan and add peach mixture with brioche pieces and then add milk mixture. Bake for 45 minutes. Let cool for 20 minutes before cutting.

El Ahumado by Cordial Craft “SPANISH FOR SMOKY”

INGREDIENTS + 1 1/2 ounces Reposado tequila + 1/2 ounce aperol + 3/4 ounce lime juice + 1/2 ounce agave nectar + 1/4 ounces luxardo cherry syrup + 1 spritz of Mezcal INSTRUCTIONS Lightly sweet, pleasantly bitter. The Mezcal adds just a hint of smoke to make a beautifully balanced, interesting cocktail.

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SETTING: Timber Barn in Weston www.westonredbarnfarm.com RECIPES AND FOOD PREPARED BY: Samie Laforce FLORALS AND ARRANGEMENTS: Victoria Gardens www.victoriangardens.com BEVERAGES: Cordial Craft www.cordialcraft.com

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LINDSEY BISHOP OF DISH BEAUTIFUL IS SHARING SOME OF HER FAVORITE

Dish Beautiful

EASY RECIPES TO BREAK OUT ON THOSE HOT SUMMER NIGHTS. Both colorful and flavorful, these are sure to be a hit.

Beet and Ricotta Gnocchi INGREDIENTS + 1/4 pound red beets + 1 pound ricotta1 large egg + 1 cup grated parmesan, plus more for finishing + 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1 stick unsalted butter + 8 sage leaves + 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, chopped + 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt + Freshly ground pepper PREPARATION Wrap washed beets in aluminum foil and place on baking sheet. Bake in 450-degree oven until tender for 45 minutes. Remove from oven and cool. Peel skins using a paper towel. Add beets to the food processor and purée. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the ricotta, eggs, parmesan cheese and salt and pepper. Mix well. Add 1 cup flour to ricotta mixture and stir. Set mixture aside for a minimum of 2 hours in the refrigerator.

To form the gnocchi, roll a walnut-sized piece of beet mixture into a nice oblong shape. Drop it into the bowl of flour, turning to coat all sides. Lay dumplings on a parchment lined baking sheet lightly dusted with flour. Refrigerate for one more hour to firm. Melt butter with sage in a skillet. Let butter lightly brown until the sage leaves are crispy. Set butter aside.

Slip gnocchi into a pot of boiling salted water until they float to surface of water, about 3-4 minutes.

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY LINDSEY BISHOP

Using a slotted spoon, remove and place on a serving platter and top with melted butter and sage. Finish with toasted walnuts and a dusting of parmesan cheese.

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Rose Pop s ic le s INGREDIENTS + 6 ounces strawberries, hulled + 1 2/3 cups dry rosé + 1/2 cup pink lemonade + 2 tablespoons sugar + 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries PREPARATION Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.

Divide mixture between ten popsicle molds and freeze in a flat place in freezer for one hour. Use a popsicle stick to break up any frozen chunks and push sliced strawberries into mixture. Add popsicle sticks and freeze until solid, about 6 hours.

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DISH BEAUTIFUL

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Curry Roasted Carrots INGREDIENTS For the Carrots + 1 pound medium size carrots, peeled + 1 tablespoon curry powder + 1/2 cup grapeseed oil + 4 ounces goat’s milk feta + salt and pepper For the Pickled Fresno + 3 Fresno peppers + 1/2 cup red wine vinegar + 1/2 tablespoon sugar For the Pesto + 1/2 of a Serrano chili + 2 garlic cloves + 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt + 3 tablespoons honey + 1/4 cup coconut milk + 3-4 sprigs cilantro with stems + 6 sprigs flat parsley + 1/8 teaspoon cayenne + Juice of 1 lemon + 1 cup toasted pepitas, divided PREPARATION Set oven to 450 degrees. Slice Fresnos into thin rings and add to a bowl. Sprinkle with sugar and add vinegar. Allow to pickle for at least 30 minutes or overnight. Over medium heat, toast curry powder. Add oil and heat until bubbling. Turn off heat and let steep for 15 minutes. Strain oil.

Lay carrots on a foil-lined baking sheet and massage with curry oil. Sprinkle with sea salt and pepper to taste. Roast for 10-12 minutes.

Add all pesto ingredients to a food processor and blend. Remove carrots from oven and place in bowl. Mix in pesto. Top with remaining pepitas, feta and peppers.

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Jam Burger No. 9 INGREDIENTS + 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck + salt and pepper + 1 tablespoon canola oil + 4 slices American cheese + 4 hamburger buns + 1 cup fried onion straws + Strawberry-jalapeno jam + Lettuce + Mayonnaise PREPARATION Heat oil in pan over high heat. Cook burgers until golden brown and slightly charred on first side, about 3 minutes. Flip burgers and cook 4 minutes for medium rare or until cooked to desired degree of doneness.

Add cheese to the tops of burgers and let melt. Place on toasted buns and finish with toppings.

Baked Cod Escabeche INGREDIENTS + 2 ½ pounds cod filets + 7 tablespoons olive oil, divided + ½ bunch chives + ¼ red onion, thinly sliced + 1 habanero or red Fresno chile, thinly sliced into rings + 4 garlic cloves, minced + ¼ cup fresh lime juice + 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar + salt and pepper PREPARATION Set oven to 400 degrees. Combine chile, garlic, onion, chives, lime juice, vinegar, and 6 tablespoons oil in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.

Set marinade aside.On a foil-lined baking sheet, brush cod with oil, salt and pepper. Bake for 15 minutes. Plate the fish and pour marinade over the top.

Finish with chives, salt and pepper to taste.

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Wednesday, July 24 • 2 – 3:30 p.m.

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KC Guitar Trio ARTICLE ADRIANE TAYLOR | PHOTOGRAPHY JANIE JONES

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What we are listening to right now: Tennessee Whiskey Chris Stapleton FOR MANY, MUSIC IS A PART OF THEIR

Upon his 2004 graduation from K-State he

IDENTITY. It illustrates who they are, adds

chose to pursue music full-time, playing

Shakedown Street

meaning to what they do, and personifies

in various bands and eventually adding

Grateful Dead

everyday monotony. Music is the whimsy of

vocalist to his musical repertoire. In 2008,

the piccolo, the urgency of the trumpet, and

he released his first album, “Clean Sheets,”

Let Me Get By

the serenity of the violin. For Lucas Bingham,

on Pandora and Spotify.

Tedeschi Trucks Band

the versatility of the guitar is as central a part

Bingham had no grandiose plans for fame and stardom—he simply wanted to share

Champagne Supernova

In talking about the beginning of his musi-

his love of music. He began teaching five

Oasis

cal journey, Lucas Bingham chuckles as he

days a week at Music House and continued

credits his lack of enthusiasm for fourth

to gig at night. He transitioned to manager

Helplessly Hoping

grade study hall. When given the option

of the school, then director, and also wrote

Crosby, Stills, & Nash

of participating in strings, he saw it as an

curriculum. He had discovered a new love

easy trade-off, and although there were not

for music in teaching the next generation,

Sample In A Jar

a lot of musicians in his family, he studied

and his admiration for Led Zeppelin and Jimi

Phish

violin through high school. It was not until

Hendrix fueled his desire to create a pro-

Bingham was introduced to the acoustic

gram with a “School of Rock” vibe.

of his life as instruments are to music.

Beg Steal or Borrow Ray LaMontagne

guitar at age 13 while attending Boy Scout

As much as Bingham is dedicated to

camp that he found his true musical pas-

music, the same is true for his family. After

sion. He left camp full of guitar curiosity

marrying and expanding his family, he

Don’t Owe You A Thing

and decided to save his own money to buy

decided to put his engineering degree to use

Gary Clark Jr.

his own. He studied obsessively, practiced

and entered the business world. However,

incessantly, secured a musical mentor, and

this did not stop him from continuing to fol-

I’ve Got This Song

started to play gigs in high school.

low his euphonious aspirations.

Blackberry Smoke

While studying mechanical engineering

Although he continued to play solo once

in college, a major he deemed practical, he

a month, he wanted to get back to playing

It Gets Funkier

continued to play and also joined a band.

in a group. Along Bingham’s journey he had

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met many musicians, and one evening he invited guitarists James Lake and Andy Launder to join him. They played four songs together and formed an instant connection. KC Guitar Trio was birthed—a group Bingham describes as an acoustic rock experience. They use a lot of effects: distortion pedals, wah pedals, octave pedals, harmonicas, and mandolins, and they innovatively arrange everything by dividing up the parts of rhythm, bassline, and melody. This ensures they create a well-developed song with a lot depth to it.

In true workaholic fashion Bingham continues to teach and has also started teaching online, writing his own curriculum, and uploading lessons to YouTube. What makes his online classes unique is that he uses karate style colored bracelets that students can earn through practicing, performing, and connecting with other people. His hope is that a tangible motivator will encourage students not to flame out because they will be able to see their progression. To date, Bingham has impacted more than 1,000 students by purely doing what he loves: playing guitar.

“ M y 1 0 -y e a r p l a n i s to m a k e m u s i c m y f u l l -t i m e j o b — p e r f o r m i n g , t e ac h i n g , a n d d e v e l o p i n g c u r r i c u l u m — i n a way t h at ca n s u p p o rt m y fa m i ly,” B i n g h a m says. “ M y g oa l a n d m y d e s i r e i s to d i s r u pt w h at i s o u t t h e r e , to r e vo l u t i o n i z e a n d t u r n m u s i c e d u cat i o n i n to something bigger.

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Due to needing to be medically evacuated from the area, his deployment was cut short. He underwent two surgeries in Iraq, before being taken to Germany where a third surgery was performed by a specialist. Justin was awarded a Purple Heart for the injuries he sustained.

Today, Justin is still contributing greatly to his community and country through his work as executive director of operations for The Battle Within, a non-profit organization founded in November 2018 by more than 100 veterans, first responders, community leaders and supporters.

They are devoted to helping military personnel and first responders deal with the psychological challenges of their professions.

“Adam Mager is the founder of this movement in Kansas City,” Hoover says. “He was an Army combat medic who returned home and suffered greatly.

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