Securing the Cornerstone of the Johnson County Land Boom
The Overland Park Historical Society is moving into arguably the most historic building in Overland Park – the 1906 depot built by railroad entrepreneur William Strang, Jr.
Age of Coronavirus: Deciding Who Lives… And Who Dies
Kansas City area health care providers are pondering the hardest question – deciding who lives and who dies during the COVID-19 pandemic.
With Building Restrooms Closed, Downtown Council Organizes Relief for Homeless
By Kevin Collison With so many downtown private and public building restrooms closed because of the Covid-19 pandemic, it’s practically impossible for homeless people to find a place to relieve themselves with dignity. That’s why the Downtown Council, along with the City Parks, Public Works and Housing Departments and the Streetcar Authority, have opened 20…
The Gene: The KC Connection
In conjunction with Ken Burns’ latest documentary, “The Gene: An Intimate History,” Kansas City PBS is exploring local connections to genetic science and some ethical questions raised by exploration of the human genome.
Artists in Residence: Jenny Hahn
Artists in Residence visits with painter and workshop facilitator Jenny Hahn about the opportunities and challenges presented by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Tap List | Many Breweries Face Closure Due to COVID-19
New Brewers Association surveys indicate that more than half of U.S. breweries face permanent closure if current conditions caused by the COVID-19 outbreak persist.
New Fundraiser Launched to Help Hard-Hit Restaurant, Bar Workers
The organizers of Curbside KC have added a new item to their menu for helping restaurant and other hospitality workers hit hard by the business restrictions forced by the Covid-19 crisis. Kansas City Runs on Hospitality is a fundraising effort that hopes to raise $100,000 to help out-of-work and/or underemployed restaurant and bar workers by…
Nick’s Picks: Staying at Home While Everything Changes
KCPT’s Nick Haines helps you navigate the coming week during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Age of Coronavirus: Here Are Answers to Your COVID-19 Questions
curiousKC FAQ: Answering Your Queries About COVID-19
Developers Leave the Light On for Downtown Hotel Projects
(Editor’s note May 15: The City Council unanimously approved revisions to the incentive package for the redevelopment of the historic KC Federal Reserve Bank building into a 301-room Embassy Suites hotel at its meeting Thursday.) By Kevin Collison Even though the local and national hospitality industry is being hammered by the Covid-19 pandemic, developers pursuing…
Art House Extra: ‘October Sky’ Can Lift Your Spirits During the Age of Coronavirus
“Art House” host John McGrath strongly recommends watching the 1999 film “October Sky” for folks looking for a little escape and inspiration during the stay-at-home order.
Age of Coronavirus: Developers Leave the Light On for Downtown Hotel Projects
Despite the economic lock down caused by the COVID-19 outbreak, developers say they are still actively pursuing hotel projects downtown.
Age of Coronavirus: Quarantine Diary
Here are some tips on getting social at a distance in the age of coronavirus.
Artists in Residence: The Royal Chief
The Royal Chief discusses his new record and the challenge of marketing new music with out shows during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Age of Coronavirus: Learn From Scars Left By the Virus Crisis
The Easter story can teach us a lesson on how to deal with the scars left in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak.