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Recently, Mars, Incorporated decided to roll out a rebrand for M&Ms in an effort to reposition the company to promote inclusion and global belonging. What most people heard, though, was that the green M&M was no longer going to wink at them in her knee-high boots. The news was suddenly filled with the M&M rebrand, […]
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While you get the kids ready for school and try to enjoy your Monday Morning Coffee, think back to your last family fun night. What made it a hit with your crew? Maybe it was an activity that you and the kids could both enjoy or it was the great food at a family-friendly price. […]
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Whether you love the human-interest stories, the thrill of the competition or the after-hours interviews with athletes, it was almost impossible not to get caught up in the ’22 Winter Olympics in Beijing. And it’s no surprise that you found yourself being reminded of marketing over and over as you watched the events unfold. Wait, […]
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It’s Valentine’s Day! And it’s sure to be filled with lots of candy and treats. While examining all of the traditional Valentine’s treats, we came across that little box of candy conversation hearts that we all know so well from our early childhood days. The words on those tiny hearts have made such an impact […]
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Do you love skating? What if you could find a store with your favorite skating accessories and also enjoy your favorite drink? Oh, and listen to some great music too? At St. Joseph’s newest combination skate store and bar, called Sk8bar, your favorite things have come together all in one place. You will find this […]
Ahh, coffee. Hot, blended, basic, fancy or otherwise – most of us can’t get enough. St. Joseph doesn’t disappoint when it comes to coffee choices, offering a growing number of coffee shops, each with its own creative spin on the humble-yet-powerful coffee bean. One newcomer to the coffee scene is Hazel’s at the American Electric […]
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As the weather turns brisk and the football games garner more importance in the playoffs, there HAS to be a go-to spot for the best game-day wings. After all, is there a better comfort food than chicken wings? Many proud Kansas Citians believe a locally owned and operated eatery in the metro already has that […]
For all you dog people that despise cats, this blog may not be for you. For all you cat people out there, stick around – this one’s for you. Welcome to Sugar Kittens Café & Cattery, the newest and coolest concept in the Northland area of Kansas City. At Sugar Kittens Café & Cattery, you […]
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Niche of Time Jewelry is a staple business in our community that is known for its fine jewelry and unique custom pieces. Their staff is dedicated to educating themselves and truly being the experts when it comes to diamonds and gemstones in St. Joseph. They have a reputation of 70 years of high-quality, Old World […]
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The coffee date is a low level of commitment for a first date. You always have an excuse in your back pocket, like a last-minute meeting or an errand that just popped up. If things don’t go well, nobody loses face and you just move on. In the marketing world, the equivalent of the coffee […]
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