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Join the Derrick Thomas and Neil Smith Third & Long Foundation for An Evening with Greats, a special night celebrating Kansas City leaders, legends and community impact.2026 Honorees:
Buck Buchanan, honored posthumously
Danan Hughes
Kathy Nelson
Ollie Gates
Mitch Holthus
We will also honor the life and legacy of former board member Shirley Welch.
📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026
📍 John Knox Pavilion
🥂 Red Carpet and Cocktail Hour: 5:30 PM
🎟 Main Event: 6:30 PM
Hosted by The Red Hour’s Sean Tyler and Great Day KC and The W Show’s Toni Talley.
Red Carpet and Digital Social Media Hosts: Kina Gunnels and Sha’Ron Turner of The Polished Playbook.
Proceeds support the Third & Long Foundation’s mission to Sack Illiteracy.
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Event venue
The Pavilion at John Knox Village, 520 NW Murray Rd, Lee's Summit, MO 64081-1403, United States, Lees Summit
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