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What the World is Saying - 2008

Quotable quotes from the U.S. media and beyond.

Money Magazine [Fall 08]

BEST PLACES TO LIVE

Four Kansas City area communities landed in the top 100 of Money Magazine's 2008 "Best Places to Live." Overland Park, Kansas (9), Olathe, Kansas (11), Shawnee, Kansas (39) and Lee's Summit, Missouri (79) were all recognized for their community's growth and lifestyle amenities. Read the full story

Associated Press [08.08]

Real Estate Close-Up: Kansas City

“First came H&R Block Inc. Then the downtown Kansas City, Mo.'s resurrection followed…” Read the full story

Business Facilities [08.08]

Kansas Makes the Top 10

“This state (Kansas) has made it clear it intends to be a major player in biotechnology.” Read the full story

Fast Company [06.08]

Best cities for innovation

“This Missouri city also anchors a new animal-health corridor -- a bovine Silicon Valley -- that's home to more than 120 bioscience firms. The hope is that this old cow town's new spin will boost job growth and keep young people from seeking greener pastures.” Read the full story

MyMidwest [07.08/08.08]

Scene stealer

“There’s too much inspiration for me,” Balderson says. “I see the beauty here. I see something special that people might miss when they’re flying over.’ And if Balderson has his way, you might just see K.C. up close and personal in a theater near you very soon.” Read the full story

Spirit [04.08]

Meet KANSAS CITy

“Today, visitors and residents prize Kansas City as a place that acknowledges its pioneer roots while embracing a cosmopolitan vibe.” Read the full story

ESPN Sports Travel [2008]

KANSAS CITY

“The one-time trading post of Kansas City has emerged as a major metropolitan center in the Midwest.” Read the full story

Outsourced Logistics [01.08]

Kansas city From the Ground Up

“With all of its careful attention to growth and development as a logistics hub, it is clear Kansas City is positioning for the long term.” Outsourced Logistics, January 2008 Read the full story