National WWI Museum and Memorial Curator’s Career in 10 Objects
After close to 33 years as curator at the National WWI Museum and Memorial, some artifacts remain proven conversation pieces for Doran Cart.
Activists Challenge Unified Government/BPU Policies, Fearing Utility Cutoffs
Activists in Wyandotte County are protesting utility bills packed with extra taxes and fees.
Broadband Expansion is About to Boom, But Citizens Need to Speak Up
A flood of federal dollars is in the pipeline for broadband development, but people need to speak up to identify where it’s needed most.
South Plaza Condo Project Proposed Near Future UMKC Streetcar Stop
By Kevin Collison A 23-unit residential condominium project is being proposed for the South Plaza area near 50th and Walnut, about two blocks from the planned terminus of the Main Street streetcar extension at UMKC. Developer Doug Price wants to build the three-story “49 Walnut” project on a narrow lot that stretches between Walnut and…
Tap List | One Brewery Closes While Another Plans to Open
Tap List reports on plans for one new brewery opening while another announces plans to close.
Another Symptom of Missouri Teacher Shortage: 4-day School Weeks
Independence School District became the largest in the state last week to switch to an abbreviated school week in an attempt to improve teacher retention.
Former Inmate Serves as ‘Voice on the Outside’ for Women Prisoners
Mary Taylor’s life took unexpected turns on the path that would lead her to be founder of the nonprofit 3 Quarters of the Way Done.
East Crossroads Welcomes Another ‘Artisanal Beverage,’ Hard Cider
By Kevin Collison Russ John of Brick River Cider Co. has a modest goal for his new place in the East Crossroads. “My mission is to support the fruit industry in the Midwest,” he said. And considering it takes about five apples to make a pint of hard cider, he’s going to need a lot…
Nick’s Picks | Bitter Cold and Bitter Politics in the Forecast
An otherwise festive holiday week features bitter cold weather and the prospect of a chilling final report from the January 6 Committee.
City Agrees on Framework of $400M West Bottoms Redevelopment Plan
By Kevin Collison Plans for an estimated $400 million, phased redevelopment plan in the West Bottoms that would ultimately add 1,250 apartments has taken another step forward with the approval of a predevelopment agreement by the City Council. The agreement calls for a partnership where the city rebuilds the crumbling streets, sidewalks, sewers and other…
Art House | Meet the Winner of the Teri Rogers Filmmakers Grant
Meet Brydie O’Connor, the first recipient of the Teri Rogers Filmmakers Grant, awarded by ArtsKC and the Kansas City Film Office.
City Agrees on Framework of $400M West Bottoms Redevelopment Plan
The City Council has approved plans for an estimated $400 million redevelopment plan in the West Bottoms that would ultimately add 1,250 apartments.
Oracle Pulls Former Cerner Health Conference from KC, Big Convention Loss
By Kevin Collison Oracle is moving the former Cerner Health Conference from Kansas City to Las Vegas next year, a more than $18 million blow to the local convention and hotel industry. In an internal notice to employees obtained by CityScene KC, Oracle said the event would be held at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas…
2022 Year in Review
This special episode of Flatland invites our reporting team to the table to provide updates to some of the stories our series has covered over the last year including recreational marijuana, homelessness, healthcare workers and reproductive rights.
Weekend Possibilities | ‘Elf,’ Adult Night at LEGOLAND and Martina McBride
Make like Santa and check this list twice. There’s plenty of holiday fun coming to town, from Martina McBride’s Christmas tour to a Hanukkah Glow Party at “The J.”