Cannabis
Waterbird Coffee Pours in Heart of Government District
(Editor’s note: This article originally was published March 14, 2023) By Kevin Collison A new coffee shop has found a nest in the middle of the government district at 12th and McGee, providing a caffeine jolt to help boost public employees–and other customers– through their day. Waterbird Coffee set up shop in a long vacant…
Home Baker Creates Epic Custom Cannabis Cakes
Melissa Lewis has gained a following baking creative cannabis-infused cakes in her modest ranch house in Independence. She brings an artistic eye to her cakes.
Black Drivers in Missouri More Likely to be Ticketed, Arrested
Black drivers stopped by Missouri law enforcement are much more likely to end up with a citation or in a jail cell than whites, according to a new report.
Nick’s Picks | NFL Draft Cleanup, Busy Week Ahead in KC
The NFL Draft is over. But there’s a lot going on in Kansas City this first week of May.
Happy 4/20 in Kansas City
KC Cannafest occupied the Crossroads last week as attendees prepared to celebrate the first 4/20 day since Missouri voters approved recreational marijuana.
Nick’s Picks | Global Outrage Over Shooting of Black Teenager in KC
Kansas City has become the focus of national outrage over the shooting of a Black teenager.
Weekend Possibilities | Percheron, Cannafest and Art Course
It’s officially patio season in Kansas City, but that’s not the only form of outdoor fun in the works this weekend. Pick from KC Cannafest, Bar K Beer Fest or Art Course 2023 if you are in need of some positive vibes and sunshine. Friday, April 14 Noon – 5 p.m. Friday marks the Grand Opening…
Sports Wagering Bill Remains Mired in Missouri Senate Split Over Gambling Expansion
The odds that the Missouri General Assembly will pass sports gambling legislation during this year’s session area dwindling.
Nick’s Picks | NFL Draft Prep Disruptions Begin
The NFL Draft is still more than two weeks away, but prep work on the huge event will start causing traffic headaches this week.
New Taxes on Recreational Marijuana, Airbnbs Win Voter Approval Across Kansas City
Customers purchasing recreational marijuana in Kansas City and neighboring municipalities will pay a 3% local tax on those retail sales, on top of the 6% state tax, following Tuesday’s election. New taxes and fees on short-term rentals also received Kansas City voter approval.