Lawrence Artist Celebrates People of Color
Lawrence artist Blanca Herrada celebrates family and friends, but the real goal is featuring people of color in her works.
Kansas City Remembers How it Feels to Win the World Series
The Washington Nationals’ comeback World Series win inspired some local folks to take a quick trip down memory lane to when the Kansas City Royals were crowned.
The Block | The “Central Philosophy” of Betty Rae’s Ice Cream
Betty Rae’s Ice Cream in Kansas City wants to “make everything perfect for a minute.”
Two, 10-Story Apartment Buildings Contemplated for Berkley Riverfront
Last month, a Port KC official told the agency’s development committee there were $226 million in projects in the works near Berkley Riverfront Park, but offered no details. That development picture became a bit more focused this week with the disclosure a local developer is contemplating two, 10-story buildings on one site, and a “boutique…
Genghis Khan Occupies Union Station
A new exhibit featuring Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire will run through April at Union Station in Kansas City.
Weekend Possibilities | Day of the Dead, Free Film Fest, and Beers of the Kaw
Weekend possibilities include Day of the Dead celebrations, a free film fest at Crown Center and beers of the Kansas River.
Architect One Opens Small Crossroads Office
Topeka-based Architect One has opened a two-person office in the Crossroads Arts District that can accommodate more staff when needed to handle Kansas City area projects. The 1,200 square-foot office at 1919 Wyandotte opened last week. Architect One has 17 employees and also has an office in Manhattan. “We chose the general location due to…
Kansas City Religious Leaders Grapple With The Notion of Ghosts
Ghost stories do more than just frighten us. They also inspire more serious discussions of the soul and afterlife.
“American Graduate: Getting to Work” | Inspiring Entrepreneurship With the MECA Challenge
The MECA Challenge is a one-day innovation competition that pushes students from diverse backgrounds to collaborate on solving real-life problems.
Genghis Khan Invades Union Station
By Kevin Collison Genghis Khan, the 13th Century Mongol leader who became one of the greatest and most feared conquerors in world history, has invaded Union Station with an exhibition of his life and legacy that will run through April 26. The exhibition features 300 objects ranging from a wagon-size crossbow and catapult used to…
Tap List | Beer and Candy Pairings for Halloween
Tap List is back with Kansas City beer enthusiast Cassie Niemeyer, who offers her thoughts on local beer and candy pairings that work best this Halloween season.
USDA Agencies Landing Downtown, Second Big Office Win in a Week
Editor’s note: The USDA has confirmed its relocating its agencies to 805 Pennsylvania The Port KC board unanimously approved establishing an AIM Zone at its meeting Monday to assist the USDA relocation plan. The authority expects to receive a share totaling $6 million over the 15-year life of the AIM Zone to be used for…
Homeless in Johnson County
With cold weather setting in, and winter fast approaching, advocates for Johnson County’s homeless population are scrambling to provide overnight shelter.
Kansas City-Area Muslims and Jews Pursue Partnerships
A national effort to create partnerships between Muslims and Jews has spread to Kansas City. It’s producing not just interfaith friends but a commitment to combat hatred that threatens both groups.
Personal Reflection | The Year My Hero Died Cast a Light on Mental Health
A grandfather’s death inspires a granddaughter to reflect on his influence, and seek help to deal with her loss.