Outdoor Workers Make Adjustments to Survive Extreme Heat
Extreme heat is forcing employers and their outdoor workers to make adjustments in order to maintain health while keeping the economy running.
Dave’s Hot Chicken Bringing More Heat to Westport
Nashville-style hot chicken is coming to Westport in October by way of Los Angeles. Dave’s Hot Chicken is expecting to open its second metro KC outlet in commercial space at the southwest corner of the Westley on Broadway apartment development at Broadway and Westport Road. The fast-growing franchise, which likes to keep its menu simple,…
Stitch in Time: Sewing Nonprofits Evoke Old Garment District
Kansas City isn’t typically on the fashion radar. But an emerging network of nonprofits is developing a sewing culture that evokes the old Garment District.
Weekend Possibilities | Chiefs Preseason, Crossroads Music Fest and Birds
The dog days of summer are here. (Woof.) Beat the back-to-school blues and crazy heat with live music, bird watching and the Chiefs. Friday, Aug. 25 4 – 7 p.m. Compost Collective Kansas City is seeking volunteers for Friday’s Happy Hour Bagging Event at Urbavore Urban Farm, 5500 Bennington Ave. After filling bags with fresh,…
Latino Community Lobbies Hospitals for Cancer Care
The Latino community, led by El Centro, has launched a campaign to improve access to cancer treatment at Kansas City area hospitals.
Here’s What to Know About New Federal Policies for Repaying Student Loans
The Biden administration crafted a year-long delay in repayments for 40 million student loan borrowers. Here’s what you need to know.
Royals Unveil Ballpark Development Concepts for Downtown and North KC
By Kevin Collison When it comes to designing a new Royals ballpark district in downtown Kansas City or North Kansas City, both have two things in common, the ballpark itself would hold 38,000 fans and be oriented south-southeast. After that, there are sprawling differences in how the surrounding ballpark developments would unfold, according to the…
Royals Unveil Ballpark Designs for Kansas City, North Kansas City
The Royals have unveiled designs for potential ballparks in downtown Kansas City and North Kansas City, but offered few financial details.
Cordish Dipping Its Development Toe in Riverfront
By Kevin Collison Cordish, a major player in the heart of downtown for 20 years, is dipping its toe in the riverfront, responding to a Port KC development solicitation that calls for a 1,000-space garage and combination of residential, retail and/or office space. The Baltimore-based developer, who’s portfolio includes the Power & Light District, and…
Tap List | J. Rieger & Co. Debuts 2023 Straight Rye Whiskey
J. Rieger & Co. has released its Straight Rye Whiskey to coincide with 816 Day.