News & Issues
Stories from around the Kansas City Metro area on a variety of topics.
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…
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.