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Proposal Uses Existing Garage at Ninth and Wyandotte as Foundation for New Development
By Kevin Collison A redevelopment proposal that would allow construction of a five-story apartment or hotel project above an existing garage at Ninth and Wyandotte has been filed with the city as part of a plan to sell the property. Rick Powell wants to sell the former John’s Garage at 913 Wyandotte and adjoining vacant…
New Year’s Eve Reflection: First Six Months of CityScene KC
By Kevin Collison It’s been six months since I launched CityScene KC and I hope you’ve enjoyed it so far. The plan has been to produce a regular, reliable news source for downtown residents, employees and everyone interested in our city’s heart, a small-town newspaper for a unique, growing urban community. My greatest satisfaction so…
New Made in Kansas City Cafe Serves Culture and Collaboration with Coffee
By Kevin Collison If the founders of the new Made in Kansas City Cafe at 1114 Baltimore achieve their goals, it will brew some revolutionary ideas and fresh culture along with its coffee. “It’s important to think of the function of coffee shops throughout history in the Western world,” said Ozzie Mendoza Diaz, beverage director….
World War I Museum Celebrates 1914 Christmas Truce with Soccer Tournament, Watch Party
The National World War I Museum and Memorial is hosting its fifth annual commemoration of the moment in 1914 when soldiers from both sides paused from their killing to celebrate Christmas together this Tuesday, Dec. 26. Activities include a free English Premier League Watch Party with optional all-you-can-eat and drink beer and bloody marys buffet…
Papa Keno’s New Crossroads Pizzeria Savors Backdoor Success
By Kevin Collison The Crossroads newest pizzeria is a new spin on a 20 year-old franchise that started in old Overland Park. Papa Keno’s opened in October in the former Snow & Co. space at 1815 Wyandotte, and aside from causing nearby Pizzabella some billboard indigestion, it’s been great fun so far for its owner,…