Vaccines for kids!

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Vaccines for kids!

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Nov 5, 2021

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Kansas City children can start getting COVID-19 shots as soon as this weekend — and many kids already have big plans for once they're vaccinated. Plus, public schools are serving a lot more meals, but virtually everything in the school cafeteria is in short supply.

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Nov 5, 2021

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Kansas City Today is a daily news podcast from KCUR Studios bringing you all things Kansas City, wrapped up in 15 minutes or less. Whether you’re an early bird or a night owl, it’ll be waiting in your feed every weekday. Hosted by Nomin Ujiyediin.

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