Crown Center Adds Two Retail Tenants, Close to Full Occupancy
The Crown Center shopping center is close to full occupancy after adding two new businesses, Empanada Madness and The Electronics Store. “We are very happy with how full our center is,” said Anne Deuschle, integrated marketing manager. “We came out of the pandemic with tenants who are thriving.” With families visiting for Spring Break, the…
Inside the Legal Standoff Over Kansas City Police Funding
Kansas City’s police board is trying to use the courts to increase police funding. Advocates are worried it could bankrupt the city.
Waterbird Coffee Pours in Heart of Government District
By Kevin Collison A new coffee shop has found a nest in the middle of the government district at 12th and McGee, providing a caffeine jolt to help boost public employees–and other customers– through their day. Waterbird Coffee set up shop in a long vacant corner space at 1200 McGee and has found solid business…
Tap List | St. Patrick’s Day Party Guide for KC Beer Lovers
There are plenty of local craft beer breweries doing their version of a St. Patrick’s Day celebration. Here’s the rundown in the Kansas City area.
After One Month, Missouri Becomes a Top Cannabis Sales State
In its first month of legalized recreational Marijuana sales, Missouri has emerged as one of the top cannabis states in the country.
Kansas City Election Guide: What Voters Should Know About the April 2023 Ballot
Kansas City voters are narrowing the field for mayor and city council seats in redrawn council districts. Plus, residents will decide whether to approve taxes on recreational marijuana and Airbnbs.
Wellness Center Planned for Former Wendell Phillips School Near 18th & Vine
By Kevin Collison The former Wendell Phillips school near the 18th & Vine District is slated to become a community wellness center serving the neighborhood and a new affordable housing project planned across the street. Urban Catalyst Inc. has acquired the school at 24th and Vine from the Kansas City Public Schools and is planning…
Nick’s Picks | March Madness and St. Patrick’s Day
March Madness and St. Patrick’s Day top the news forecast for this week in Kansas City.
Crossroads Food Stop Offers World Cuisine–To Go
By Kevin Collison There’s an international food festival occurring in a quiet corner of the East Crossroads several blocks removed from the microbrewery scene and if it’s hard to find, don’t worry, it’s already well known to Door Dash and Uber Eats drivers. The Crossroads Food Stop, a virtual food hall at 1600 Campbell, has…
Black Appalachian Artists Showcased in Kansas City
“Holler If You See Me: Black Appalachia” is on display at Kansas City Kansas Community College until March 31. Artists explored motifs such as identity, displacement, loss and empowerment.