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JANUARY 16, 2023

From Our Interim CEO: An Update on Our Impact

An Update from Mark Hulet, Interim President and CEO Dear Friends, I am honored to serve as the interim president...
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JANUARY 3, 2023

Pick Your Battle Pickleball and Cornhole Tournament to Benefit the YMCA of Greater Kansas City

March 5, 2023 Chicken N Pickle – Overland Park 5901 W 135th Street Overland Park, KS 66223 Time: 3-8 p.m....
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DECEMBER 21, 2022

Watch Your Step: Preventing Falls

Anyone can fall down–especially in winter weather. What a Falls Specialist Wants You to Know Kathy Armitage, active lifestyles director...
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DECEMBER 9, 2022

Fast Twitch Fitness: Speed and Agility Class for Youth Athletes

A program for youth athletes who want to improve their speed and agility is coming back to Platte County Community...
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DECEMBER 6, 2022

Staying Healthy – Mentally and Physically – This Holiday Season

The holiday season can bring fun celebrations and traditions, but it can also bring higher stress levels while keeping up...
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NOVEMBER 3, 2022

President and CEO Accepts New Role with YMCA of Middle Tennessee

John Mikos, president and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Kansas City, has accepted the position of president and CEO...
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JULY 15, 2022

Sports Physicals Available at University Health Community Care – Linwood

Be ahead of the game by getting your child’s annual sports physical done before school starts. University Health Community Care –...
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JUNE 28, 2022

3 Healthy Lunch Box Ideas and More Tips

Want to pack a school lunch for your child that you both can agree on? The Y is here to...
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