Arts & Culture
Landon Laird: Remembering Kansas City’s First Film Critic
Landon Laird served as the Kansas City Star’s film critic for decades, offering a unique local connection to Hollywood.
Thank You Walt Disney Project Secures $2M in Federal Funds
A decades-long effort to redevelop Walt Disney’s original Laugh-O-Gram animation studios will receive $2 million in federal funding.
What’s in a Name? KC Film Documents ‘Black Joy,’ Premieres at Sundance Film Festival
A locally produced film, “Parker,” explores a Black family’s decision to reclaim their name. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
The Best Places in the World to Retire Now
Soaring U.S. inflation and a moderating pandemic in much of the world are leading more Americans to pull up stakes and retire abroad.
New Arts Program Coordinator Steps into the Cockpit at KCI
Meet Mark Spencer, who was hired in September by the city’s aviation department to serve as arts program coordinator at Kansas City International Airport.
Nelson-Atkins Fees for Docent-Led Adult Tours Reflect Shifting Financial Landscape
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, responding to economic tremors that have shaken the art world, is now charging for docent-led adult tours.
The (R)evolution of the ‘Soft Black Girl’
Many Black women are ditching the expectations of the “strong Black woman” stereotype and tapping into the “soft Black girl” lifestyle focusing on luxury.
Ken Burns on ‘Our America: A Photographic History’
Documentarian Ken Burns’ new book of photography, 15 years in the making, tells the story of the U.S. and us.
Veterans Who Write: Sharing Their Stories, Seeking Peace
Many Kansas City area veterans have chosen to write – often several decades after the fact – stories about their military experiences. Here are their stories.
New Edition of a Classic Story: Made in KC Founders Lead Group Buying Rainy Day Books
The longtime owners of Rainy Day Books have sold the popular business to a group determined to uphold the customer experience and grow the business.