Famous 250-year-old Kansas City tree ‘Frank’ officially being removed today

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A beloved 250-year-old tree in Kansas City is set to be removed today after succumbing to root fungus, marking the end of an era for a community landmark that had provided shade and shelter for centuries.

Famous 250-year-old Kansas City tree ‘Frank’ officially being removed today

The massive burr oak tree, affectionately known as “Frank” by locals, had been battling a root fungus. Fungus like that weakens trees and makes them structurally unsafe…

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