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Fashion's Night Out
MBKC Hosts a Fashion Show at The Raphael Hotel
by Kristopher Nielsen
Mercedes-Benz of Kansas City was proud to be a part of Fashion’s Night Out, the premiere night of fashion shows and parties on the Country Club Plaza. Last Thursday night, venues from downtown to the plaza hosted events showcasing the newest in fashion trends.
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Vehicle Profile: 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sedan
Have your compact sedan and a Mercedes-Benz, too
Mercedes-Benz transforms the idea of the compact sedan with the C250. The C-Class sedan was thoroughly redesigned for the 2012 model year, an effort that included more than 2,000 new parts––like bumpers, headlamps, an aluminum hood and LED taillights––and hefty interior design work. For 2013, the C-Class features another round of changes.
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Vehicle Profile: 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
Advanced performance and a sweet retractable hardtop
Here's a recipe for a blissful day. Take two adults, add a Mercedes-Benz convertible, and stir in an undulating, twisty road. It'll feel like a million bucks worth of enjoyment, but it's easily within reach. With a taut, wind-cheating body, the SLK-Class appears ready to leap whenever you say the word. When the weather turns angry, the power-operated hardtop deploys in 20 seconds, taking the SLK-Class from an alfresco friend to a tightly-sealed, all-seasons two-door with an air of high refinement.
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Understanding Stress
Get your worries under control
Maybe you’ve had headaches or stomach pain. Or you’ve found yourself snapping at family members and tossing and turning at night, unable to fall asleep.
The cause of all these different symptoms could be the same problem — stress. Not only can stress result in a number of short-term issues like the ones above, if left unchecked, it can also do long-term damage to your health.
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Movies Based on an Actual True Story
From con men to survivalists and rock stars, the best stories of the cinema are true tales
We all know of big blockbuster films based on true stories, such as Titanic or Schindler’s List. There are many other movies based on real life stories that may be less well-known but are no less compelling. The following are just a few examples.
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Plaza Art Fair
Join us this week for art, music, and fun on the Plaza!
by Kristopher Nielsen
Each autumn, the streets of the Country Club Plaza are transformed into a beautiful outdoor art gallery. Artists from across the country will come together to display their fabulous artwork and attract countless art enthusiasts. A nationally-recognized event, the Plaza Art Fair features:
- 240 Artists
- 27 Plaza Restaurants
- Three Live Music Stages
- Kids Art Workshop
- Kemper Street Museum
- Experience ArtsKC
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Car Care: Fuel System
Your fuel system is complex, so trust the experts
At the heart of any vehicle is the engine, but without fuel to burn, an engine is just a useless lump of metal, plastic and rubber. The fuel system is responsible for feeding the engine and primarily consists of the tank, fuel lines, fuel filter and a pump that pushes the fuel from the tank to either an injection system or, in older vehicles, a carburetor.
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Mercedes-Benz Introduces the Beltbag
Advanced new safety belt revolutionizes rear-seat safety
Mercedes-Benz continues to be a leader in automotive technology, especially when it comes to safety. Drivers and passengers alike benefit from advanced available safety features such as adaptive braking technology, smart airbags, Active Blind Spot Assist and ultra-high-strength steel throughout the vehicle’s body structure, just to name a few. The brand recently announced that it will be adding a new safety feature to one of its luxury-class models in the near future: the Beltbag inflatable seatbelt strap.
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Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Roadster Inspires “On the Road” Menu
The brand works with James Beard Award-winning chef to create this season’s picnic menu
Mercedes-Benz and the James Beard Foundation have frequently collaborated to recognize some of the world’s most up-and-coming chefs and restaurants. Recently, Mercedes-Benz joined James Beard Award-winning Chef Daniel Humm to create this season’s “On the Road” picnic menu, inspired by the 2013 SL-Class Roadster.
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Fun Facts about Columbus Day
Christopher Columbus and his accidental discovery
Christopher Columbus became an icon in American history essentially for miscalculating. He accidentally bumped into a new world while trying to find another.
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