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You know by now Kansas City is a Midwest sports mecca, but little did you know that one of our best-kept secrets takes place at an indoor ice hockey arena and offers a wealth of unique crowd experiences inclusive for the whole family! Meet the Mavericks and their incredibly talented team on and off the ice.

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Believe it or not, the Mavericks have been a nationally competing team for 15 years, but it wasn’t until four or so years ago that many of us began hearing more about this hidden gem of a professional sports experience. And there’s good reason for that: For Lamar Hunt Jr, sports is a family business, so when the opportunity arose for him to purchase and spearhead our city’s professional hockey team, the timing could not have aligned better with Kansas City’s exceptional sports mania developing. Kansas City is getting thrust into the spotlight thanks to the Chiefs’ Superbowl wins, Travis Kelce, the NFL Draft, the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the first women’s professional soccer stadium set to open in the spring. We are graced with a lot of sports teams for our market size. Lamar and his team of professionals, including son-in-law and Chief Operating Officer James Arkell, insert their family into everything they do. They are solely focused on bringing the best experience you can have with your family for a very reasonable price. But here’s the best part about adding the Mavericks into your family sports sphere; you don’t actually have to be a hockey fan to enjoy what you’re doing at the arena, because more than anything, it’s about the fan interaction that is incomparable. Everything that comes with a game day experience adds up quickly, including free and adjacent parking at Cable Dahmer Arena in Independence, the ticket prices are extremely reasonable, the food and craft beer scene is on point, the team store is plentiful, Mac, the mascot, is a total crowd pleaser, and the environment is clean and appropriate for kids of all

They are solely focused on bringing the best experience you can have with your family for a very reasonable price. ages. Plus, there are multiple opportunities for you to be involved as part of a game day experience. From Chucka-Puck competitions to on-ice ‘pickle’ races, people also get pulled from the crowd to participate in the fun amidst the energizing soundtrack of overhead songs. CONTINUED >

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The players love autographed signings for their fans. Many don’t realize the impressive profiles of our hockey players with many coming from Ivy League backgrounds and are heavily involved in connecting with schools and charitable organizations. They are an intentionally accessible team, which is huge in the eyes of their much younger fans. What also makes the hockey game experience unique is its intimate environment of 6000 seats, which means there’s a good seat no matter where you are. The enclosed ice rink offers a kind of chill in the air that hits differently than a fierce outdoor winter fandom experience. Coming from one of the most famous sports families in the world, Lamar Hunt Jr.’s passions lie not only in professional sports entrepreneurship but in the ability to create a place heavily focused on family entertainment and giving back to the community. In every Mavericks hockey game, you’ll find a charitable component. Once a month there is a featured charitable partner, including January as military appreciation month and February spotlighting first responders. With it comes a specialty hockey jersey created for purchase with the proceeds going back to that charity.

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Cancún is known around the world as one of Mexico’s finest tourist destinations. Steeped in the rich history of the Mexican Caribbean, Cancún offers visitors the best that the Yucatán Peninsula has to offer. Whether you are coming for the all-inclusive resort experience or are looking to enjoy the seemingly never-ending gorgeous beaches, Cancún has it all. Unbelievably fresh and delicious seasonal cuisine, great weather, a rich cultural history, exquisitely clear turquoise blue Caribbean waters, and vibrant coral reefs are all waiting for you to explore when you arrive.

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Nature lovers, environmentalists, thrill seekers, and luxury destination travel enthusiasts all have a place to call home in Cancún. Boulevard Kukulkan, more commonly known as the Hotel Zone, is home to Cancún’s most luxurious all-inclusive hotels and boasts some of the city’s finest restaurants, nightclubs, and shopping centers. This fifteen-mile-long sand bar separates the Caribbean Sea from the Laguna Inchoate. The brackish waters of the lagoon’s nature reserve and Mangrove ecosystem offer an exciting, ecologically friendly look into the rich natural history of Cancún. On the other side of the boulevard, crystal-clear waters and perfectly white sandy beaches await to recharge the spirits of all weary travelers. The JW Marriott Resort and Spa is the place to stay while in Cancún. You'll be met by the most gracious of staff and a high level of service is standard across the property. This impeccably designed resort features multiple pools, an incredible spa, countless delicious restaurants, and a delightful lobby bar featuring more than 150 signature margaritas. Caring for the mind and body should be an essential part of everyone’s travel. A little physical exercise is a necessary element of any vacation for me. Puerto Maya Cancún combines a look into the historical Mayan culture of the Yucatán followed by an amazing speedboat tour of both the lagoon and the sea. And, just when you think it can’t get any better, it’s time to jump in and swim around. Snorkeling on the vibrant coral reefs and visiting MUSA, the Cancun Underwater Museum of Art, absolutely recharges the mind, body, and soul. It is an incredible workout! If you care to go a little further out of the city, Cenotes Zapote Eco-Tour awaits. Cenotes are natural sinkholes that expose cool, refreshing, groundwater that is both invigorating and spiritually refreshing at the same time. There are more than 6000 cenotes on the Yucatán; each one is unique and otherworldly. Floating or frolicking in the cool waters inside the earth is the ultimate spa experience. There are zip lines or diving platforms at most, and they are well worth experiencing. While it is nice to explore the ‘Hotel Zone’, you don't have to leave the hotel to experience fine international dining at its best! Sacbé Beach Shack, located in the adjoining Marriott property was beyond belief. Situated directly on the sandy beaches beneath the hotel, the ‘beach shack’ is a whimsically designed bar and dining room offering a perfect oceanside culinary experience. The freshest local ingredients were artfully combined to create a scrumptious offering that highlights regional Mexican cuisines. The mezcal lab experience with famed Master Mezcalier, Chef Benjamín Nava Vargas, was an unexpected treat and opened a door to a delicious understanding and appreciation of small-batch mezcals.

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And, when it feels like it’s time to leave the hotel again, check out Chambao Cancún. Just think of it as an interactive curated dinner theatre experience with pop-up music, dance, fashion, and acrobatic activations staged throughout the evening. Cancún should be at the top of everyone’s travel list in 2024. Trust me, you can thank me later. JW-Marriott.marriott.com PuertoMayaCancun.com CenotesZapote.com ChambaoRestaurant.com

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Low Lunge (Parsva Anjaneyasana) Stand taller and open your side body in this low lunge variation.

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Most people think a plant-based diet is strictly for those vegan and vegetarian types, but there is no debating the overwhelming evidence showing the benefits of improved health for those who make that diet choice. Plant-based eating is more of a lifestyle than a diet. You are simply eating more foods that are closer to their harvested state with minimal processing.

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Meatless diets have been shown to improve health outcomes by lowering the risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, inflammation, and some cancers. It also improves gut health because of added fiber to your diet. A plant-based diet still allows to you consume the carbohydrates, protein, fats, minerals and vitamins that are necessary for good health, with the added benefits of being higher in fiber and phytonutrients. You do not have to give up meat entirely and there are labels to identify where you fall in your plant eating journey. Do what is comfortable for you so you will stick with it. You can choose to be a flexitarian which mean you occasionally eat meat but you choose plants as the primary foods you eat. You have some flexibility with your diet. If you choose to be a vegetarian, then you do not eat meats but you still eat eggs and dairy products as opposed to being a vegan who eats no animal products. There is also another reason to add more fruits and vegetables to your daily food intake; It is better for the environment. The industries that produce our dairy and meats is said to account for a third of the world’s water usage in addition to producing greenhouse gas emissions. Eat your greens and save the planet!

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S O L D P RIC E

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DO M

B DRM S

B AT H S 1.1

Village Fair

$220,000

$225,000

102.27%

Fairfield Green

$375,000

$374,500

99.87%

Fountains at Raintree

$415,000

$410,000

98.80%

Meadows of Winterset

$445,000

$450,000

101.12%

4.1

Lake Lotawana

$475,000

$478,000

100.63%

Eagle Creek

$485,000

$502,500

103.61%

4.1

Winterset Park

$534,900

100.00%

3.2

Oaks Ridge Meadows

$539,000

$565,000

104.82%

3.1

New Longview

$579,000

100.00%

3.1

Legacy Wood

$595,000

$590,000

99.16%

3.1

Highland Meadows

$599,900

100.00%

Lake Winnebago

$575,000

$600,000

104.35%

Seawood Addition

$635,000

100.00%

3 2.2

Monticello

$649,500

$650,000

100.08%

Estates at Chapman Farm

$725,000

$710,000

97.93%

105

4.1

Whippoorwill Place

$729,000

$720,000

98.77%

4.1

Winterset Park

$699,000

$721,000

103.15%

3.1

Suburan Estates

$760,000

100.00%

3.1

Arbores

$835,000

$775,000

92.81%

4.2

Belmont Farms

$775,000

$796,700

102.80%

3.1

Lakewood

$850,000

$800,000

94.12%

275

3.1

Summitview Farms

$798,805

$806,000

100.90%

3.1

Lake Winnebago

$897,000

$815,000

90.86%

3.1

Belmont Farms

$875,000

100.00%

3.2

Greenwood

$850,000

$875,000

102.94%

3.1

This data is a sampling of sold properties from November 2023. Source: IRES MLS system.

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ARTICLE BY ANGELA BROOCKERD PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES Start your day with a nutritious and vitamin-packed breakfast. Smoothie bowls are a great way to add a variety of fruits and vegetables. Top with chia or flax seeds for an extra omega-3 boost, nuts or seeds for added protein, or sliced fruit for additional vitamins and fiber. Including a hint of turmeric or ginger can aid in digestion and has anti-inflammatory properties. Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables can aid in cellular repair and gut health, and smoothie bowls are a delicious way to incorporate more into your day. Try some of these simple recipes, or create your own combinations to give your health a boost.

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