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Truman Sports Complex

Economic Opportunity

Kansas v. Missouri Stadium Battle Shows How States are Reigniting Border Wars

Kansas may spend billions of dollars to lure pro sports teams from Missouri, just a few miles away.

by Multiple Reporters

News & Issues

Kansas Lawmakers Mount Drive to Lure Chiefs, Royals

'Jackson County Dropped the Ball'

by Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector

News & Issues

After Blowout Loss, How Can Stadium Issue Be Revisited?

History Shows You Win Some, You Lose Some When it Comes to Stadium Proposals

by Brian Burnes

News & Issues

When it Comes to Stadiums in Kansas City, History Repeats

Crossroads Stadium Location Considered in the 1960s

by Brian Burnes

News & Issues

Taxes Often Used to Make Stadiums More Lavish

Economists suggest that when the public pays for a stadium, that money is used for expensive upgrades. What does that mean for the downtown Kansas City Royals stadium?

by Josh Merchant, The Beacon

News & Issues

Kansas City Chiefs Share Arrowhead Stadium Wish List

Jackson County Voters Decide on Chiefs and Royals Stadium Tax April 2

by Kevin Collison

News & Issues

Kansas City Royals Downtown Ballpark Targets Crossroads

Project Includes Six Blocks Near Power & Light District, T-Mobile Center

by Kevin Collison

News & Issues

Jackson County Set Royals Stadium Tax Vote. Now, Labor Gears Up for Tough Talks

Workers say a community benefits agreement could provide higher-paying union jobs to thousands of residents.

by Mili Mansaray, The Beacon

News & Issues

Concern Chiefs May Bolt to Kansas Prompts County Town Hall

Ballot Deadline Looms

by Kevin Collison

Arts & Culture

A Love Story: Football, the NFL, the Chiefs and Kansas City

Chiefs Founder Lamar Hunt Would Be 'Over the Moon' About the NFL Draft

by Brian Burnes

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Jo Anna Dale

Herbert & Bonnie Buchbinder

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