News & Issues
Stories from around the Kansas City Metro area on a variety of topics.
Missouri Counties Want to Freeze Seniors’ Property Tax Assessments, But Aren’t Sure They Can
Many Missouri counties are confused by a new state law designed to give seniors relief from soaring property tax assessments.
Grain Belt Express Wins Final Approval in Missouri
Regulators have given final approval to the owners of the Grain Belt Express transmission line to drop off thousands of megawatts of clean energy in Missouri.
Developer Rescues Historic Seiden’s Fur Building; What’s Next?
(Editor’s note: This article originally was published June 15) By Kevin Collison Developer Chris Sally has swooped in to save a long-neglected, historic building in the heart of downtown that had been slated to be demolished this week. The big question now is, what is he going to do with it? “We called the owner…
West Bottoms Revival Continues with Two More Historic Rehabs
(Editor’s note: This article originally was published May 22) By Kevin Collison The West Bottoms redevelopment surge continued last week with tax incentives approved for the renovation of two historic buildings, one a 77-unit apartment project, the other a small office plan. The MCM Company of Cleveland continued onto the next phase of its West…
Making Connections for the Future of Farming
Farmer to farmer connections are vital for young producers seeking a future in agriculture. LandLink programs and farming networks help.
New Program Offers Hope for Reducing Violent Crime in KC
Results from the first year of the KC 360 program are showing progress in reducing violent crime in Kansas City’s historic Santa Fe neighborhood.
Plaza Restaurant Project Served Big Day, Expects Summer 2026 Opening
(Editor’s note: This article was published originally May 25) By Kevin Collison The Cocina47 restaurant project at the Plaza had a big day Wednesday, winning support from City Hall and Port KC, and converting a former staunch critic into an ally and indirect partner. The plan for a three-story building at 47th and Pennsylvania at…
Experts Question Property Tax Reform Idea Pending in Kansas
Experts are questioning a proposed amendment to the Kansas Constitution that would cap annual increases in property taxes.
Inclusive Crossroads Bar to Focus on Agave and Sugar Cane Spirits
(Editor’s note: This article was published originally May 30) By Kevin Collison For those who recall the “fern bar” trend of the Seventies and Eighties with their brass, backgammon and greenery, the new iteration that Bryan Arri is opening this Fall in the Crossroads will be both similar and very different. Whereas the original fern…
Nick’s Picks | Holiday, House Fight and War in Israel
This week’s news includes a federal holiday, a debate over who should be Speaker of the House and a war in Israel.