Students, Librarians and Bookstore Owners Push Back on Book Bans
In Missouri, a new law has librarians bracing for impact and bookstores providing an outlet to learn about banned books.
Big Waldo Apartment Project Proposed, Revives Streetcar Extension Idea
By Kevin Collison A 300-unit apartment project that would transform the scale and nature of the Waldo entertainment area received preliminary support from a transit-oriented development agency Wednesday. EPC Real Estate Group is cooperating with the Lewellen family, the owner of The Well at 7421 Broadway, on the $90 million plan called Waldo74Broadway. The proposal…
Weekend Possibilities | Tour de Bier, Halloween Haunt at Worlds of Fun and a ‘Hocus Pocus’ Pop-Up
Halloween Haunt at Worlds of Fun and the Sanderson Sisters and Spirits Pop-Up kick off the spooky season. Less terrifying options include Fiesta Hispana and Tour de Bier, among others.
Developer Goes to The Well for Big Waldo Apartment Project
A 300-unit apartment project that would replace The Well restaurant and transform the scale and nature of the Waldo entertainment area received preliminary support from a transit-oriented development agency Wednesday.
Missouri Ponders the Power of the People
Missourians are able to directly effect change on the state by the ballot initiative process.
Missouri Ballot Initiative
What’s the best way to participate in our democracy? The Flatland team explores one of the unique ways Missouri citizens are able to make direct changes to the state constitution known as the ballot initiative. We take a look at the pros and cons of the process that’s intended to get the public’s concerns on…
Manila Bay Sails Into Former Pirate’s Bone Crossroads Space
By Kevin Collison Manila Bay Express, a Filipino restaurant, is opening in the Crossroads space previously occupied by Pirate’s Bone, replacing its former tenant’s all veggie menu with such delicacies as pata, crunchy pork skin enclosing tender meat. Co-owner Brandon Boyd said this will be the second Manila Bay in the metro, the other is…
Just Outside Kansas City, a Giant Solar Farm Project is Pitting Neighbor Against Neighbor
Johnson and Douglas County approved regulations allowing the construction of what would be the largest utility-scale solar farm in Kansas. But while residents say they support green energy, there’s a vocal contingent pushing back against building 2,000 acres of panels so close to their communities.
Delays Grow City Harvest Apartment Tower Cost to $95.6M
By Kevin Collison A 13-story apartment project planned next to the City Market has become significantly more expensive because of inflation after several months of delays caused in part by a hassle with the FAA over its proposed height. The new cost estimate for what’s called City Harvest is $95.6 million, 27.5 percent more than…
Tap List | East Crossroads Field Day Set for Sunday
The East Crossroads will be staging the first East Crossroads Field Day beginning at noon on Sunday, Sept. 18.
Kansas Artist Stan Herd Returns to Brazil to Fulfill Grand Vision
Kansas artist Stan Herd is taking part in a massive project that is attempting to create the world’s largest food garden.
Kansas Sports Betting Reveals Appeal of Online Apps — Even Among Missourians
Mobile platforms for legal sports gambling in Kansas proved so enticing that more than 16,000 people in Missouri tried to place wagers during the first weekend of live betting.
Milhaus Plans $58M Apartment Project in North KC
An Indianapolis apartment developer with a deep portfolio in greater downtown Kansas City is planning its first project across the river in North Kansas City. Milhaus is planning a $58 million development in the One North Redevelopment area southeast of Armour Road and Interstate 29/35. The 58-acre former industrial site was once occupied by grain…
Nick’s Picks | Mourning the Queen, Celebrating the Chiefs
Mourning Queen Elizabeth II and celebrating the Kansas City Chiefs home opener will dominate headlines this week in Kansas City.
LuxLiving Scraps Riverfront Incentive Request, More Tax Revs, No Affordable Housing
By Kevin Collison LuxLiving has dropped its request for tax incentives to help build a proposed riverfront apartment project, a move that could yield about $18 million in fresh tax revenues, but set back efforts to providing affordable housing in the booming area. Port KC President and CEO Jon Stephens said the St. Louis-based developer…