‘From the Earth’ Marijuana Dispensary Sprouts Near T-Mobile Center
(Editor’s note: This article originally appeared on May 6, 2021) By Kevin Collison Downtown’s first medical marijuana dispensary, From the Earth, is scheduled to open at the beginning of June at 1222 McGee, near the T-Mobile Center and Power & Light District. Tyler Diltz, a From the Earth employee, said the new downtown dispensary is…
Weekend Possibilities | Wettest Block Party, Beer and BBQ Festivals and Mother’s Day
There are many weekend possibilities. But remember, it’s really all about mom.
Letting Lawns Grow Wild, Saving Bees During ‘No Mow May’
The plight of pollinators has inspired No Mow May, a grassroots movement started by Bee City USA, which encourages folks to let their lawns briefly go untamed in order to support the bees, butterflies and moths vital to pollination.
5 Ways to Observe La Batalla De Puebla, aka Cinco de Mayo, in KC
The meaning of May 5th for Mexicans in the U.S. is oft-misunderstood. Learn the history and how to honor The Battle of Puebla (known as Cinco de Mayo) in Kansas City.
Going Green Pays Off at Second + Delaware, Fully Leased After One Year
(Editor’s note: This article originally appeared Sept. 20, 2021) By Kevin Collison The pioneering Second + Delaware development has cashed in by going green, leasing all 276 apartments while still getting premium rents a year after opening in the River Market. The $71 million “passive house” project upended the traditional stick-built approach to residential construction,…
Inflation, Energy Prices Complicate Consumer Calculus Regarding Renewables
The decision to embrace renewable energy amid a changing climate has become more complex in recent months, complicated by rampant inflation, soaring energy prices and a volatile economy.
Roe v. Wade Decision Will Mean Kansas Abortion Rights Hinge on a State Vote in August
The U.S. Supreme Court appears poised to strike down abortion protections, making an upcoming Kansas vote on abortion rights even more important.
Hi Tides Roll in at East Crossroads
(Editor’s note: This article originally appeared March 1, 2021) By Kevin Collison Hi Tides arrived in time to deliver some tropical relief to the East Crossroads during the bitter cold snap a couple weeks ago, serving treats including Black Lava Seat Salt Mocca and Strawberry Hibiscus donuts to warm its guests. The new combination café…
Tap List | KC Oktoberfest Returns to Crown Center
KC Bier Co. has officially announced the KC Oktoberfest celebration will be back again at Crown Center on Oct. 7-8.
If More Kansas Citians Rode the Bus by Choice, it Could Shift the Whole City’s Mindset
Despite long wait times between buses, confusing route changes and other inconveniences, these Kansas Citians use public transit not because they have to, but because they want to. Here’s why that matters.
curiousKC | Your Input Needed for Our Next Episode on Guns
Send your questions about gun safety and it could be answered in the next Flatland Show episode.
State Street Downsizing from Quality Hill Building to WeWork Space
By Kevin Collison State Street, one of downtown’s larger employers, is downsizing from its Quality Hill home of 25 years to occupy co-working space run by WeWork in the lightwell building at 11th and Main. At one time, State Street occupied most of a 312,000 square-foot, two-building office campus that occupied the entire block between…
State Street Downsizing from Quality Hill Building to WeWork Space
State Street, one of downtown’s larger employers, is downsizing from its Quality Hill home of 25 years to occupy co-working space run by WeWork in the Lightwell building at 11th and Main streets.
Nick’s Picks | Kansas Places a Big Bet on Sports
After years of debate, Kansas is about to become the 34th state in the nation to legalize sports betting. The bill could be used to help attract the Kansas City Chiefs to the state.
Filmmakers Reckon With Pandemic and Marginalization at Kansas City FilmFest International
In the wake of a pandemic that wreaked havoc on the exhibition industry, filmmakers were eager to share their work at the Kansas City FilmFest International.