Business
Lightwell Lands Two Tech Tenants
The lightwell office tower, formerly City Center Square, has landed two tech-oriented tenants: the Kansas City Tech Council and PayIt, a digital payment platform founded locally in 2013. PayIt is relocating from 1812 Broadway and plans to lease 23,000 square feet this June in the 30-story building currently being renovated at 12th and Main. The…
Crossroads Landing DGX, Dollar General’s Urban Concept Store
By Kevin Collison DGX, Dollar General’s new urban store concept, is coming to the Crossroads as part of the City Club Apartment development at 20th and Main. A 4,800 square-foot store that will offer a variety of products including grab-and-go foods, home cleaning supplies, home decor, electronics, pet supplies, paper products, coffee and fresh fruits…
No More Daily Nada
By Kevin Collison Our Daily Nada, the River Market bookstore and café inspired by a Hemingway short story, has closed its doors after operating less than two years. The commercial creation of a pair of attorneys, Andrea Back and Amy Covitz, sparked a lot of enthusiasm, but failed to generate enough business to make the…
New Loews Offers Spectacular Downtown Views, Luxury Accommodations
(Editor’s note: Updated May 14: Loews has announced June 1 as the new opening date for its KC Convention Center Hotel. The following is a statement from Loews: “Loews Hotels & Co is thrilled to announce that they will officially open the new Loews Kansas City Hotel on June 1, 2020. “Becoming an integral part…
‘Hypebeast’ Boutique Opening at Crown Center
Initial, a streetwear boutique that describes itself as specializing in “hypebeast fashion,” is opening a shop on the second floor of the Crown Center shopping center. The shop founded by Ivan Quiu, will feature high-end brands aimed toward the hypebeast fashion scene including Gucci, Nike, Comme des Garcons, Louis Vuitton, Vape Apparel and others, according…