Author Archives: Kelly Urich

The Chiefs had to wait until he was officially available, but today, they would like to welcome their new quarterback – Pope Benedict! ******* Someone hacked the KCPD Twitter account and posted a weight loss ad.  Police realized someone outside … Continue reading →

The latest storm projection shows that by this time tomorrow Johnson County will be even whiter. ******* Up to 16 inches of snow predicted for the Kansas City area.  Kansas City is the only place where officials encourage residents to … Continue reading →

The Top 5 signs you know it’s going to be a long winter… #5.  You have to send your Chihuahua outside wearing snorkel gear. #4.  Snow’s too deep to see the Global Warming bumper stickers in Westport. #3.  KC Mayor … Continue reading →

Happy Valentine’s Day!  The convenience store in my hood is out of chocolates, so it looks like this year I’ll make another trip to the Flying J. ******* The hunt for the ex-police officer ended with a cabin fire and … Continue reading →

A-Rod has reportedly been linked to performance-enhancing drugs as recently as last season.  Lance Armstrong was quick to say, “SEE, THEY DON’T WORK!” ******* New research shows a link between tattoos and Hepatitis C…and that link is Westport. ******* TV … Continue reading →

Soon you’ll be able to tweet a six-second video on Twitter….which means, I can start tweeting SEX! ******* Temperatures reached the mid-70s in parts of the metro today.  It made for a great excuse to go outside, get some fresh … Continue reading →

Dustin Colquitt may make his last punt in a Chiefs uniform Sunday at the Pro Bowl. His contract expires in March.  While punting for the Chiefs, Dustin set the record for busiest leg in the history of mankind. ******* Some … Continue reading →

Pastor Adam Hamilton from Leawood’s Church of the Resurrection spoke at the National Prayer Service in Washinton.  It marked the first time a Johnson County resident had prayed for Obama. ******* KC Mayor Sly James is now courting neighboring cities … Continue reading →

President Obama just signed the bill creating a national commission to mark the centennial of the First World War at the World War I Museum.  Since Spirit Fest went away, I’ve been looking for new ways to get TANKED at … Continue reading →

Kansas Governor Sam Brownback announced $10 million in funding for the mentally ill in Kansas.  I don’t know about you, but I’m tired of politicians giving themselves raises. ******* A guy with a concealed weapon permit accidentally shot his wife … Continue reading →

Tonight we’ll all bask in the Quadrantid meteor shower… The Quads,  as they are known, will start at 11:00 and peak 8 hours later.  Unfortunately much of the nation will be in daylight when they hit, so the best viewing … Continue reading →

The Top 5 Excuses for 2-14 season by Romeo Crennel: #5. It’s hard to get 53 guys to take a guy named ROMEO seriously. #4. Couldn’t concentrate after Hostess went bankrupt. #3. Fans doing the wave were setting off his … Continue reading →

I’ve spent most of my holiday vacation trying to figure out how retired people know what day of the week it is… ******* I’m not saying my company is cutting back on healthcare next year, but line one of our … Continue reading →

Newsweek gives a nod to KC Mayor Sly James on its year-end list of Top 5 “Most Innovative Mayors in the U.S.”  He lobbied to get Google Fiber (after KCK) and has helped transform KC into a “Midwestern tech mecca.”  … Continue reading →

The L.A. Galaxy won the Major League Soccer championship.  People started rioting and overturning cars, but not because of the championship, just because they live in L.A. ******* New research shows creative people are more likely to experience mental illness.  … Continue reading →

I’m trying to figure where I stand on immigration, abortion and the fiscal cliff.  Hurry Bob Costas, channel Jason Whitlock. ******* New medical research from Australia shows mistletoe may be just as effective at fighting colon cancer as chemotherapy.  Plus, … Continue reading →

The Powerball ticket sold in Dearborn, MO has turned the small town upside down.  You knew they were getting an attitude when the sign was changed to read:  $100 Million Dollar General Store. ******* Kansas City’s Secret Santa is showering … Continue reading →

The KCPD has a new high-tech helicopter.  The $8.6 million MD 500E is more advanced and allows police to patrol better in the dark. Plus, it’s another way to get to Florida during off-duty hours. ******* Chiefs coach Romeo Crennel … Continue reading →

I’m debating what to watch this weekend….Cookie Monster or Elmo Monster?! ******* David Cook was in town this week for a ceremony that named a street in his honor.  “David Cook Alumni Way” is the entrance to his childhood elementary … Continue reading →

This week I’m giving thanks I’m not a K-State fan! ******* The Chiefs are KILLING us!  Loren Lickteig of Grandview passed away Wednesday.  His obituary reads, “He died due to complications of MS, and heartbreaking disappointment caused by the Kansas … Continue reading →