Economic Opportunity
Another Big Apartment Plan in Works for West Plaza
By Kevin Collison A 10-story apartment project is being proposed at 4627 Madison near the Country Club Plaza by Block Real Estate Services, just across the street from another residential tower being pursued by the firm. Plans filed with the city indicate the proposed development would include 218 apartments on top of a four-level, 477-space…
Another Big Apartment Plan in Works near Country Club Plaza
A 10-story apartment project is being proposed near the Country Club Plaza by Block Real Estate Services, the latest housing plan near the shopping district.
Escape Game Opens at Plaza, Latest Entertainment Venue
The Escape Game, a Nashville-based chain that features five, different themed escape rooms, has opened at the Country Club Plaza, the second active recreational venue to open there in as many weeks. The Escape Game is located at 320 Ward Parkway in a formal bridal shop. The two-level, 5,540 square-foot venue features five themed escape…
Weekend Possibilities | Plaza Art Fair, Guns N’ Roses and Fall Fun
This weekend is stuffed with festivals celebrating seasons changing, a few day trip options, plus live music both local and legendary. Friday, Sept. 22 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. It’s that time of the year. Oktoberfest at Riverwood Winery, 22200 State Route 45 N, starts Friday. The Rushville, Missouri, winery is shifting gears and serving…
Puttery Starts Putt-Putt Play on Plaza
By Kevin Collison The Puttery, an upscale miniature golf concept out of Dallas, is opening Thursday (Sept. 14) in the Country Club Plaza, adding an adult-only entertainment destination to the mix of tenants. “The Plaza is well known for its retail and dining, but we’ve found that Millennials prefer experiences over purchasing items,” said JW…
Country Club Plaza Backers See Silver Lining in Loan Default
A loan default by the owners of the Country Club Plaza has lifted the hopes of Plaza advocates about the future of the venerable shopping district.
Local Plaza Backers See Silver Lining in Ownership Default
By Kevin Collison The owners of the Country Club Plaza’s default on their loan has raised the possibility of new management and lifted hopes of Plaza advocates about the future of the venerable shopping district. “For now, I am choosing to be optimistic that a new owner will bring new energy and abundant resources to…
Mayor Backs Group Pushing for a ‘Pedestrianized Plaza’
By Kevin Collison A new group with the mayor’s ear is pushing to convert some Country Club Plaza streets to pedestrian use, the latest expression of public concern over the direction of the venerable civic landmark. The loose-knit group of civic-minded, mostly younger adults call themselves Urban Lab KC. A conceptual rendering it posted on…
Mayor Backs Push for a ‘Pedestrianized’ Country Club Plaza
A new group is pushing to covert some Country Club Plaza streets to pedestrian use, the latest expression of concern over the venerable civic landmark.
Port KC Supports Billion-Dollar Project List From River to Waldo
By Kevin Collison Port KC growing influence as an economic development agency was on full display Monday with the board either approving or reviewing incentives for more than $1 billion in projects from the riverfront to Waldo. Top of the list was unanimous approval to issue $800 million in revenue bonds along with accompanying incentives…