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The KC Streetcar with a holiday wrap on it.

Weekend Possibilities | Distillery Divided, Tina Turner and Streetcar Jams 

Crafts, a holiday classic and a big-time college basketball clash set the scene for a spirited December weekend.  Friday, Dec. 8  6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Black Being, a multimedia exhibition and in-studio performance piece on display at Charlotte Street Gallery, 3333 Wyoming St., through Jan. 6 explores the beauty and normalcy of Black existence. Friday…

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A line of red-brick buildings down 7th Street from the Unified Government City Hall and Wyandotte County Courthouse.

No, Wyandotte County is Not Going Bankrupt

United Government Mayor Tyrone Garner has warned the government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, faces “financial ruin.” Bond markets disagree.

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The parking garage at the Kansas City Public Library in downtown Kansas City features the spines of classic books.

Tap List | Vine Street Brewing Celebrates KC Public Library

Vine Street Brewing Co. has created a collaboration beer to mark the 150th anniversary of the Kansas City Public Library.

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Cinder Block's Black Squirrel in glasses.

Tap List | Dark Beers Reign Supreme on Black Friday

For breweries, Black Friday has become synonymous with releasing highly sought-after big stouts. Here’s a rundown of this week’s events and releases.

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Streetcar, More Housing, May Offer Better Future for Country Club Plaza

By Kevin Collison More people coming to the Country Club Plaza, whether arriving on the new streetcar extension or walking from big apartment projects in the works, are considered critical to the district’s success moving forward. “We think we’ll be driving thousands of people to that district on a daily basis and someday maybe tens…

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Historic high-rise apartments along the south side of Brush Creek next to the Country Club Plaza.

Streetcar, More Housing May Help the Country Club Plaza

The KC Streetcar extension and development of more high-rise housing are widely seen as keys for supporting the Country Club Plaza.

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A lone security guard, part of The Country Club Plaza's private crew, can often be seen walking in the area. The neon portion of the guard's uniform alerts shoppers.

Fearful of Crime on the Country Club Plaza? Check Your Car

Conversations about the Country Club Plaza often turn to perceptions of personal safety and crime. Those perceptions aren’t always accurate.

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KC Bier Co. sign among colorful fall leaves.

Tap List | KC Bier Co. Has Big Expansion Planned

Waldo-based KC Bier Co. is making plans to expand operations with a second location in Lenexa that will include a restaurant, performing space and a brewery.

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The entrance to Rye on the Country Club Plaza.

Country Club Plaza Diners Seek More Local Flavors

The prospect of new owners for the Country Club Plaza has sparked hope the iconic shopping district may soon offer more local flavor in its mix of restaurants.

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The Country Club Plaza with the fountain at Mill Creek Park in the foreground.

Nichols’ Folly: A Century of the Country Club Plaza

The Country Club Plaza, as it marks its centennial, is at a crossroads. J.C. Nichols’ iconic district is seen both as private property and public trust.

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