Desiree Hines, Conservatory student and community musician, succumbed to her battle with cancer in January.  Many have reflected on Hines’ contribution to the musical, LGBT and UMKC communities with smiles and positivity. “She was like momma,” said Kalaa Wilkerson, Pride Alliance Vice President. “Everyone loved her. She said would do any and everything for us. I loved spending time with her, and she will be forever missed.” Hines was diagnosed with a rare form of neuroendocrine cancer. In a previous interview with U-News, Hines was handling her diagnosis positively. “Young people can get cancer too,” she said. A native of Jackson, Miss., Hines had family scattered across the U.S. and had lived in many states herself, making friends and leaving a lasting impression wherever she went. Hines’ Facebook wall is covered with posts from friends … Read entire article »