Outdoor Workers Make Adjustments to Survive Extreme Heat
Extreme heat is forcing employers and their outdoor workers to make adjustments in order to maintain health while keeping the economy running.
Dave’s Hot Chicken Bringing More Heat to Westport
Nashville-style hot chicken is coming to Westport in October by way of Los Angeles. Dave’s Hot Chicken is expecting to open its second metro KC outlet in commercial space at the southwest corner of the Westley on Broadway apartment development at Broadway and Westport Road. The fast-growing franchise, which likes to keep its menu simple,…
Stitch in Time: Sewing Nonprofits Evoke Old Garment District
Kansas City isn’t typically on the fashion radar. But an emerging network of nonprofits is developing a sewing culture that evokes the old Garment District.
Weekend Possibilities | Chiefs Preseason, Crossroads Music Fest and Birds
The dog days of summer are here. (Woof.) Beat the back-to-school blues and crazy heat with live music, bird watching and the Chiefs. Friday, Aug. 25 4 – 7 p.m. Compost Collective Kansas City is seeking volunteers for Friday’s Happy Hour Bagging Event at Urbavore Urban Farm, 5500 Bennington Ave. After filling bags with fresh,…
Latino Community Lobbies Hospitals for Cancer Care
The Latino community, led by El Centro, has launched a campaign to improve access to cancer treatment at Kansas City area hospitals.
Here’s What to Know About New Federal Policies for Repaying Student Loans
The Biden administration crafted a year-long delay in repayments for 40 million student loan borrowers. Here’s what you need to know.
Royals Unveil Ballpark Development Concepts for Downtown and North KC
By Kevin Collison When it comes to designing a new Royals ballpark district in downtown Kansas City or North Kansas City, both have two things in common, the ballpark itself would hold 38,000 fans and be oriented south-southeast. After that, there are sprawling differences in how the surrounding ballpark developments would unfold, according to the…
Royals Unveil Ballpark Designs for Kansas City, North Kansas City
The Royals have unveiled designs for potential ballparks in downtown Kansas City and North Kansas City, but offered few financial details.
Cordish Dipping Its Development Toe in Riverfront
By Kevin Collison Cordish, a major player in the heart of downtown for 20 years, is dipping its toe in the riverfront, responding to a Port KC development solicitation that calls for a 1,000-space garage and combination of residential, retail and/or office space. The Baltimore-based developer, who’s portfolio includes the Power & Light District, and…
Tap List | J. Rieger & Co. Debuts 2023 Straight Rye Whiskey
J. Rieger & Co. has released its Straight Rye Whiskey to coincide with 816 Day.
Tenants at Quality Hill Towers Formed a Union, Got Results
After months of deteriorating living conditions — including pest infestations and broken appliances — residents at Quality Hill Towers formed a tenants union.
Artist Studios, Gallery Space Planned for Historic West Bottoms Warehouse
By Kevin Collison A historic West Bottoms building at 1001 W. Eighth St. is slated to be renovated as a gallery and artist studio space by a pair of artists themselves, one with deep family ties to the area. The $700,000 project is being pursued by Geoff and Cathy Beaham Smith. Her family operated the…
Zoning Dispute Has Prairie Village Warring Over Housing
The issue of Prairie Village rezoning has left the quiet Kansas City suburb more divided than ever. Now, a group wants to kick out half of the City Council.
Nick’s Picks | ‘Life-Threatening’ Heat, Royals Stadium News
This week’s news in Kansas City will be defined by “life-threatening” heat and an update on stadium plans for the Kansas City Royals.
Historic Troost Safeway Slated to be Renovated for Small Businesses
By Kevin Collison A decrepit building on Troost that was one of the first modern Safeway supermarkets built in the 1940s would be renovated into space for small businesses under a plan being pursued by veteran urban developer Butch Rigby. Rigby, who’s experience includes renovating several buildings along East 63rd Street between Oak and Troost,…