Livable Communities

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Missouri is battling a persistent gap between its high-speed internet haves and have-nots. State officials are seeking input on how to spend a windfall from Washington—of up to $1 billion—to expand broadband access.
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Colorful new space will bring smiles to the faces of transit customers
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Grants awarded as part of its nationwide program to make communities more livable
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As part of its Livable Communities initiative, AARP Missouri is helping to update a Metro Link light rail stations in the region—adding seasonal plantings, shade canopies and other improvements. Additional livability projects include an exercise park and a push for expanded high-speed internet.
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Applications are currently being accepted through March 22, 2022, 5:00 p.m. ET.
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Four groups in Missouri received 2021 Community Challenge grants from AARP for projects to make their areas more livable. 
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AARP Awards Community Grants to Four Missouri Organizations as part of Another Record-breaking Year for Nationwide Program
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Over the past year, AARP Kansas City partnered with the Westside Housing Organization and Emerging Builders to combat the affordable housing issue in the city and remodel a home in the Lykins neighborhood.
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Find out how to make your home a safer and more comfortable place to live as you age. 
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These organizations will provide immediate improvements to their communities and jumpstart long-term change.
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