News & Issues
Sauced Opens for Outdoor Lunch in Crossroads
By Kevin Collison A new lunch stand called Sauced has opened in the reclaimed alley next to Corrigan Station in the Crossroads, offering burgers, chicken sandwiches and wings to hungry open-air diners. The operation was opened by Steven Blakley, owner of Uhungry?, at the beginning of October and is a continuation of Fry, his food…
Nick’s Picks | Pandemic, Politics, Police and Pot
This week features a surge in COVID-19 cases, the last presidential debate, protests over police violence and medical marijuana sales in Missouri.
Crossroads Newest Boutique Hotel Part of City Club Blend
By Kevin Collison City Club Apartments formally opened in the Crossroads this week and during a visit to the project, the top executive of its Detroit-based development firm touted its attributes, particularly its unique hospitality feature. Jonathan Holtzman, CEO of City Club, noted the 283-unit development at 20th and Main not only has traditional rental…
Plaza Building Morphing from Angry Graffiti to Hopeful Murals
By Kevin Collison A Plaza-area building tagged with graffiti during the George Floyd protests in late May is being transformed from what was a lingering eyesore to a five-story canvas for street art celebrating unity. “I wanted to take those messages left in anger, which I understand, and put it in a positive light,” said…
Developers Pursuing Affordable Housing Projects on Riverfront
Two developers are proposing separate projects that would add 166 affordable apartments along the riverfront and are seeking state low income housing tax credits to help finance their plans, according to a Port KC report released Tuesday. The developers, who were not identified, plan to submit their low income housing tax credit applications to the…