News & Issues
Fountain City Winery Opening Soon in West Bottoms
By Kevin Collison The West Bottoms is about to welcome another winery to the eclectic blend of businesses that have found a home in the old industrial district of downtown. Jay and Melissa Pietkiewicz hope to open Fountain City Winery by Christmas at 1409 W. 11th St. The couple met while working in the wine industry…
Nick’s Picks | First COVID-19 Vaccines Expected in Kansas City This Week
The Kansas City area could begin seeing the first shipments of COVID-19 vaccine as soon as this week.
More Living in River Market, 76-Unit Building Planned
By Kevin Collison A $20 million apartment project is planned for Fourth and Broadway near the foot of the Buck O’Neil Bridge in the River Market, the latest addition in what’s become a popular area for downtown living. Developers George Birt and Taylor McKee intend to begin construction in late spring on the eight-story, 76-unit…
Missouri’s Struggling Live Venues Beseech Gov. Mike Parson: ‘We’re looking for a lifeline here’
This week, Missouri Gov. Mike Parson received a letter from the Missouri Entertainment Alliance asking for funds to save the state’s live-entertainment industry.
Shivered Timbers: Cold Season Brings Surging Demand for Firewood and Real Christmas Trees
Christmas tree and firewood demand is up, as the pandemic forces people to celebrate the season from their own homes.