Development
Weekend Possibilities | Panic Fest, Brookside Brunch, The Globetrotters
North Kansas City’s freaky film festival brings screams to the screen this weekend with Panic Fest at Screenland Armour. Spring’s social butterflies might also enjoy brunch in Brookside, First Friday in the Crossroads or a day at “The K.” Friday, April 5 Noon – 11 p.m. Panic Fest is underway at Screenland Armour, 408 Armour…
Evergy Struggles to Cut Carbon as Energy Demand Soars
Evergy is struggling to meet soaring demand for electricity in the Kansas City area. It’s complicating efforts to reduce carbon emissions amid climate change.
Kansas Farmer Brings Renewable Energy Future to Concordia
A Kansas farmer has built a renewable energy program at Cloud County Community College, embracing sustainability workforce training to confront climate change.
Jackson County Voters Reject Stadium Sales Tax to Help Fund New Royals Ballpark
Jackson County voters overwhelmingly rejected a sales tax to fund a new Kansas City Royals ballpark downtown and upgrades at Arrowhead Stadium for the Chiefs.
Better Together: Kansas Workshop Connects Agencies to Rural Communities
Local agencies have teamed up for the Kansas Rural Health and Prosperity Grants workshop, an effort to connect rural communities with government assistance.
Kansas Newspaper Raided by Marion Police Sues Officials for Attack on Free Press
The Marion County Record has sued local authorities who planned and carried out the raid last year of the Kansas newspaper’s office and the publishers’ home.
Nick’s Picks | April Fools’ Day, Stadium Tax Vote
Jackson County voters will decide Tuesday on a sales tax to help finance a new downtown Royals ballpark and upgrades for the Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium.
Nell Hill’s Founder Returns With ‘This Little Secret’ Shop
Nell Hill’s founder Mary Carol Garrity has returned to retail with a “little secret” shop in a Midtown Kansas City antique mall. Here are the details.
Kansas City Royals and Chiefs Flirt With ‘Options’
It’s not hard to find examples of big-time professional sports franchises leaving Kansas City for greener pastures. Could the Royals and Chiefs be next?
Weekend Possibilities | Easter Eggs, Making Movies and Orchids
Break out the baskets, Easter is this weekend and there are egg hunts for everyone. For family-friendly festivities, check out Easter Celebration at Chicken N Pickle or Downtown Overland Park’s Hop in the DOP. You can also say hello to spring with Orchid Delirium at Powell Gardens or Yoga in the Park. Friday, March 29…
Harvesting Change | A Perennial Future
The Land Institute is playing the long game to develop perennial grain crops that reduce farmer inputs and promote healthy soils.
Kansas City Royals Ballpark Plan Sparks Parking Debate
Here’s the essential message that the Kansas City Royals have for folks fretting about parking downtown if a new ballpark is built in the Crossroads. Relax.
WeWork Closing Corrigan Station, Once a Core Hub for Kansas City’s Startup Community
Coworking giant WeWork is closing its Corrigan Station location in Kansas City — the latest sign of an ongoing shakeup in the coworking industry.
Kansas City Chiefs and Royals say Stadium Deals Will Help the Community. Economists Disagree
The Kansas City Chiefs and Royals are calling new community benefits agreements with Jackson County historic. Community groups and economists aren’t so sure.
Kansas City Looks to Faith Leaders as First Responders
When catastrophe slams Kansas City, among the first responders are faith leaders stepping forward to offer comfort to the afflicted.