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The Star Turns Lights Out after More Than a Century at 1729 Grand
By Kevin Collison More than a century of newspaper history ends today when The Kansas City Star staff moves from its historic quarters at 1729 Grand into new space in the Press Pavilion across McGee Street. The Star’s local management, as has been the case since the real estate transaction was first publicized in March 2017,…
Bird Arrives Downtown, ‘Lil Lectric’ Scooters Not Without Controversy
By Kevin Collison The Bird quietly scooted into downtown Kansas City Wednesday, a new smartphone-based personal transportation method that like its predecessors Lyft and Uber, is not without controversy elsewhere. The dock-free electric scooters, which are rented using a smartphone app, are billed as an ideal way for people to roll that last few blocks…
Savoy Bar and Restaurant Reopens Blending Old and New
By Kevin Collison One of downtown Kansas City’s best-known landmarks, the Savoy Grill, reopened last week with the historic furnishings of the original bar intact and a contemporary makeover to the adjoining dining room. “It was a design challenge, taking a beloved space and updating it for contemporary use,” said Molly Swyers, chief brand officer…
Folk Alliance Relocating to Crossroads Arts District
By Kevin Collison The Folk Alliance International is relocating its offices from the River Market to the new Crossroads Westside apartment development and opening a small performance space there as well. The nonprofit, which moved its headquarters here from Memphis in 2013, was offered space in Crossroads Westside in a special deal to fulfill a pledge…
Sponsored Post: Financial Success Secrets for New Grads
The following article was produced and paid for by Commerce Bank: College is done. The diploma is on your wall. And you’re looking forward to all the fresh opportunities ahead. But along with that heady sense of freedom comes new financial responsibilities. Keeping up with an increased number of monthly expenses, trying to balance spending…