Economy

A rendering of a potential Kansas City Chiefs domed stadium in Kansas.

Kansas Bill Offers Bonding to Cover 75% of Cost to Build Chiefs, Royals Stadiums

Kansas lawmakers will gather Monday to consider legislation that could finance up to 75% of the cost of new stadiums for the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals.

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Rows of solar energy panels atop a white, flat roof of a small building.

Energy Efficiency Program Helps Rural Businesses Keep the Lights On 

The Rural Energy for America Program is providing crucial funding for rural development projects looking to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability.

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An aerial view of the Florida Power & Light Echo River Solar Energy Center in Wellborn, Florida.

Evergy to Lead Group Building Massive KCI Solar Farm

Kansas City has struck a deal with a consortium led by Evergy to develop a massive solar farm at Kansas City International Airport.

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The Country Club Plaza remains one of Kansas City's most endearing landmarks.

Country Club Plaza Backers See Silver Lining in Loan Default

A loan default by the owners of the Country Club Plaza has lifted the hopes of Plaza advocates about the future of the venerable shopping district. 

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Two black cows stick their heads under a fence to eat out of a trough.

Who Regulates the Food We Eat? 

There’s a fight brewing over who will regulate U.S. food — and who picks up the tab. Here’s what Kansas and Missouri producers think about the EATS Act.

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