Nick’s Picks

Nick Haines shares the upcoming week’s biggest news stories, before they unfold.

Nick’s Picks | COVID-19 Fights Shadow Busy September Social Calendar

By Nick Haines | September 13, 2021

Court fights over COVID-19 vaccines and masks continue even as many gather for popular September cultural events in Kansas City.

Nick’s Picks | Working for the (Labor Day) Weekend

By Nick Haines | August 30, 2021

Nick Haines sets the Kansas City news agenda for the week ahead of Labor Day.

Nick’s Picks | Here’s the Latest on COVID-19 Mask and Vaccine Requirements in KC

By Nick Haines | August 23, 2021

Nick Haines offers a roundup of Kansas City area COVID-19 news, as well the evolving rules for masks and vaccinations, as students return to schools and campuses.

Nick’s Picks | Mask On, Mask Off Debate in Days Ahead of Garth Brooks Concert

By Nick Haines | August 2, 2021

Kansas City’s new mask mandate takes effect today. Garth Brooks concert at Arrowhead Stadium will be the event of the week.

Nick’s Picks | Mask Debate Heats Up Again With COVID Spike

By Nick Haines | July 26, 2021

The latest spike in COVID-19 cases has revived the debate over mask mandates.

Nick’s Picks | COVID-19 Delta Spike Sparks Mask Advisory in Kansas City

By Nick Haines | July 19, 2021

Ten Kansas City area health departments have issued a joint public advisory recommending that unvaccinated residents wear face coverings. The move comes amid growing concerns about the spread of the Delta variant of COVID-19 in Kansas City.

Nick’s Picks | Putting Missouri’s COVID-19 Surge in Context

By Nick Haines | July 12, 2021

Missouri is earning a reputation as the nation’s COVID epicenter. But is it really the worst in the entire country? What’s happening in Missouri isn’t pretty. But context is in order here and the overall statistics present a different picture.