Category Archive: July 2011

A 21-Drum Salute for LMS Retiree

What do you get when you line the perimeter of a middle school gymnasium with 21 drum sets, add three grade level middle school bands complete with folding chairs and music stands and fill in the remaining space with dozens of band alumnae? You have the final song in the May band concert at Leawood …

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Brobecks: Great Barbecue, Great Service and a Great Value

Doug Brobeck, who previously owned the popular Stillwell Smokehouse, opened Brobecks Barbeque along the Leawood-Overland Park boundary in 2007. The minute I stepped out of the car, the smoky aroma had my mouth watering. I arrived for a late lunch with my sister and her son. Upon entering, we were promptly greeted and told to …

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An Eye for Good Customer Service

Jack Mackey knows exactly what he wants when he walks into a store or restaurant-and it isn’t the house special or the trendiest products. Jack is looking for the ultimate customer experience. If Jack likes what he sees, then he’s likely to patronize the business again…and again. As Vice President of Sales for SMG, a …

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