By Charity Ohlund “Think outside the branch.” That’s a slogan our little company has been using for awhile now. It’s a small phrase that represents something pretty big for our
Updates from Johnson County Community College: 2019 Johnson Countian of the Year
At Johnson County Community College, we’re student-focused and community-minded. And we celebrate those who share our passion for making Johnson County a great place learn, work and live. Johnson Countian
Your community: Join the club
Book clubs aren’t just for adults. Kids and teens can join one of Johnson County Library’s clubs this summer to read, have fun (and snacks!) and learn. American Girl Book
Your Home: Sellers, don’t get greedy
By Chad Taylor Greed is one of the seven deadly sins, and it can ruin a seller’s chance of working with the best buyers the market has to offer. Can
Get outside and get fit! 2020 Fitness partners with JCPRD, Prairie Village for Endurance at Harmon Park program
A perfect stretch of summer weather has finally arrived — and we’re using it as motivation to get outdoors and get our community moving! 2020 Fitness has teamed up with
Your Health: Keeping summer safe
School is out, and summer is here. Now is a great time to get outside with your kids and furry friends—just be sure to keep them safe. Can you identify
Your Mortgage: Should you consider being a real estate investor?
By Mike Miles For some, investing in real estate seems like a great idea. For others, it scares the living (blank) out of them. Depending on who you speak with
Updates from Johnson County Community College: Renewables Direct partnership
Johnson County Community College’s ongoing commitment to environmental, social and economic responsibility is paying off. On May 28, JCCC announced an agreement with Kansas City Power & Light (KCP&L) that
Your Community: Party while wearing pajamas
You’re on the guest list for Johnson County Library’s benefit event, and to attend, you won’t even have to leave the house! Today — Saturday June 8—is the annual Stay
Your Home: Add on or buy new?
By Chad Taylor As new build jobs (also known as tear downs) continue to pop up in existing and established neighborhoods, more and more homeowners are calling to ask, “Should
2020 Fitness: Practicing stress
When was the last time you went through a day and everything went perfectly according to plan? When you had all the time you needed to do everything you needed
Your Health: Exercising while pregnant
Pregnancy changes a lot about your body, but does it have to change your exercise routine? In the majority of cases, exercise during pregnancy is safe and can even be
Your Mortgage: How low can you go?
By Michael Baker, Senior Loan Officer at Fountain Mortgage I am not sure where the rumor started that you HAVE to have 20% down payment to buy a house
Updates from Johnson County Community College: Debate
Persuasiveness. Professionalism. Precision. Our debate team members embodied these qualities and then some as they competed in two national tournaments during spring semester. In addition to earning multiple awards, they
Your Community: Passport to creativity
This summer, the Makers at Johnson County Library will again offer the popular MakerSpace Passport Program. This is a great way to learn about Maker ideas, tools and skills at