Lynnie Holl, Author at The Kansas City Defender

Lynnie Holl

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Lynnie Holl is an emerging freelance writer based in Kansas City, Missouri. They recently completed the Kansas City Defender’s inaugural fellowship program for young writers, which concluded in December 2023. As a fellow, Lynnie wrote articles that showcased the stories and voices of the Kansas City community and also touched on national headlines that explored local leadership’s connection to the occupation of Palestine.

Lynnie is currently a Breaking News Reporter for The Defender.

In their free time, Lynnie focuses on creative writing, including poetry and short stories. As a freelance writer, they honed their writing skills at coffee shops and cafes. Currently, Lynnie is working on completing and publishing two short stories. The first is titled “My Blind, Blue Eye,” a reflective tale of a young child who must discover self-confidence after a medical circumstance takes away her shine. The second is “Pork Skinned Trench Lighter,” a story about a young boy and his uncle embarking on a journey of self-discovery.

KCATA and KCPD are Forcing Discomfort over Dignity for Community Bus Riders

By Lynnie Holl ● Kansas City ● December 24, 2024

KCATA and KCPD come under scrutiny for removing public benches at bus stops, sparking criticism for undermining community efforts.

Scorching, Extreme Temperatures & Flooding: Tenants at Quality Hill Apartments Face Dangerous Conditions As Rent Strike & Crisis Continues

By Lynnie Holl ● Housing ● November 14, 2024

Amid the longest rent strike in Kansas City’s history, tenants at Quality Hill Apartments are confronting life-threatening, extreme conditions. Residents report suffocating indoor heat in some units—soaring past 85°F—and no heat in others as temperatures drop.

Fight Back Against Wage Slavery! The Fast-Food Industry’s Exploitation of Black & Low-Wage Workers

By Lynnie Holl ● Politics ● October 25, 2024

The fast-food industry thrives on the exploitation of Black people and low-wage workers. Fran Marion & Stand Up KC are fighting back with the Healthy Families and Fair Wages campaign — demanding an end to wage slavery and challenging the greedy executives that keep them underpaid, overworked, and subjected to dangerous, inhumane conditions.

Community Resilience and Renewed Spirit: Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council Triumphs Over Turmoil, Restores Joy and Purpose

By Lynnie Holl ● Kansas City ● October 18, 2024

The story of the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council captures a community’s journey from adversity to triumph, highlighting the resilience and collective power of its residents. Through empowerment and unity, they navigate challenges, seek accountability, and pave the way for a brighter future together.

KC Tenants Makes Monumental Statement with First-Ever Rent Strike

By Lynnie Holl ● Housing ● October 1, 2024

KC Tenants initiates a groundbreaking rent strike in protest of deplorable living conditions and demanding national rent caps.

The Diverging Paths of Cori Bush and Wesley Bell: Following the Money Trail to Missouri’s 1st Congressional District Race

By Lynnie Holl ● 2024 Elections ● July 26, 2024

The impending primary election in Missouri’s 1st Congressional District offers the voters of St. Louis a choice between a vocal advocate for the people and a prosecutor beholden to paid interests.

Special action honoring Palestinian American Medical Association withdrawn from Kansas City Council amid anti-Palestinian bias

By Lynnie Holl ● Politics ● May 30, 2024

Following “unexpected contention” regarding the recognition of the Palestinian American Medical Association (PAMA) for their work in Palestine, PAMA has asked the Kansas City Council to withdraw the planned vote on the Special Action resolution.

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KCATA and KCPD are Forcing Discomfort over Dignity for Community Bus Riders

Scorching, Extreme Temperatures & Flooding: Tenants at Quality Hill Apartments Face Dangerous Conditions As Rent Strike & Crisis Continues

Fight Back Against Wage Slavery! The Fast-Food Industry’s Exploitation of Black & Low-Wage Workers

Community Resilience and Renewed Spirit: Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council Triumphs Over Turmoil, Restores Joy and Purpose

KC Tenants Makes Monumental Statement with First-Ever Rent Strike

The Diverging Paths of Cori Bush and Wesley Bell: Following the Money Trail to Missouri’s 1st Congressional District Race

Special action honoring Palestinian American Medical Association withdrawn from Kansas City Council amid anti-Palestinian bias

Kansas City Public Schools to Hold Community Workshop Aimed at Improving School Facilities

Kansas City Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker Spews Bigoted Rhetoric Under The Guise of His Catholic Faith

After a Year of Routine Bus Route Cancellations, KCPS Ditches STA and Announces Zum as New Transportation Provider

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