Kevin Collison
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Flatland contributor Kevin Collison is the founder of CityScene KC, an online source for downtown news and issues.
Stories by Kevin Collison
Downtown Gets New Park Where Dogs Run Free
(Editor’s note: This article originally appeared April 30, 2021) By Kevin Collison Downtown’s growing canine population–and their owners–will have another place to romp free next month when the Downtown Council opens a one-half acre dog park at the southwest corner of Seventh and Walnut. The new, off-leash dog park will be the second operated by…
Pizza Shuttle Open in Crossroads
(Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared June, 3, 2021) By Kevin Collison Pizza Shuttle is planning to open later this month at 1801 Baltimore in the Crossroad and its owner believes it already has a Big (12) advantage over the competition. “You already know Pizza Shuttle if you went to Kansas State, KU and the…
Thirsty? Your Hoppy Guide to the Downtown KC Craft Beer Scene
(Editor’s note: This article was last updated March 10, 2022) Kansas City’s downtown craft beer scene traces its hoppy roots back to Nov. 17, 1989. That’s the date John McDonald, founder of Boulevard Brewing, delivered his first keg of Pale Ale to Ponak’s Mexican Kitchen just a few blocks down the road on Southwest Boulevard….
Made in KC Grows Urban Footprint
(Editor’s note: This article originally appeared Aug. 8, 2021) By Kevin Collison At a time traditional retail is struggling, Made in KC is bucking the trend with an expansion in the works at its Country Club Plaza outlet, a new downtown café and finally, a chance to serve beer and wine at its streetcar location…
Crossroads Plan Would Revive Film Row Buildings, Add Apartments, Retail
By Kevin Collison A sweeping redevelopment concept that would renovate two historic Film Row buildings and build an apartment project along 17th street south of the Kauffman Center is being pursued by philanthropist Shirley Helzberg. The proposal, which is in the preliminary stages, also would renovate a low-rise, L-shaped industrial building at the northwest corner…
Café Corazón Opens Crossroads Location
(Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared May 20, 2021, the new Crossroads location is now open.) By Kevin Collison Café Corazón is bringing its Hispanic heart to the Crossroads, planning to open a second location at 110 Southwest Boulevard within the next two months. The family-run café, which offers espresso drinks and foods with a…
‘Auschwitz’ Exhibit Shatters Attendance Record, Prompts Scalper Warning
By Kevin Collison Union Station’s ongoing Auschwitz exhibition has shattered attendance records and demand remains so strong it’s receiving the ultimate backward compliment in the event world, people are scalping tickets. The “Auschwitz, Not Long Ago, Not Far Away” exhibit has drawn more than 330,000 visitors since it’s opening last June, enough to fill Arrowhead…
‘Long Overdue’ 18th & Vine Plan Wins Strong Council Backing
By Kevin Collison A redevelopment proposal that preserves historic facades and builds apartments and retail in the 18th and Vine District was approved overwhelmingly by the City Council Thursday after being hailed by its sponsor as a “good day for Kansas City.” “We’ve come to the point where we have an agreement with an entity…
18th & Vine Plan Called ‘Long Overdue,’ Wins Strong Council Backing
A redevelopment proposal that preserves historic facades and builds apartments and retail in the 18th and Vine District was approved overwhelmingly by the Kansas City Council.
Renderings Posted of Proposed Lux Living Riverfront Apartment Project
By Kevin Collison Preliminary renderings of a riverfront apartment project proposed by Lux Living have surfaced on social media and show what’s described as a design “bending” along the Missouri River. The renderings were posted on the Lux Living Instagram account this week. The St. Louis developer has been negotiating with Port KC for what’s…