News & Issues
Stories from around the Kansas City Metro area on a variety of topics.
Older Adults Embrace Vitality Through Dance
Vitality in Motion specializes in adaptive dance and adaptive yoga specifically designed for seniors.
Latina Speakeasy, Bar Bringing Drinks and Tapas to West Bottoms
By Kevin Collison A mother-daughter team who relish their Latina heritage and look forward to serving cocktails, wine and tapas in a vibrant atmosphere are opening a new place in the West Bottoms this month. “We wanted something that showed that culture,” said Kandi Kerns. “It’s all about the shared experience, sitting with friends and…
Kansas Struggles with Shortage of Alzheimer’s Care Workers
The Alzheimer’s Association recently released a study that found Kansas is one of the states that can be considered a “desert” for dementia care.
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…
Risks and Rewards of Playing High School Football
Kansas City football history is littered with players killed and maimed playing the sport. It was so violent high school football once was banned for 13 years.
Devoured Pizza Opening Permanent Spot in Martini Corner
By Kevin Collison Devoured Pizza, which began during the Covid pandemic as a backyard operation for friends and family, plans to open a permanent space in Martini Corner within the next six months. Devoured plans to open a 20-seat place in the same building that houses Made in KC and Ludo’s at 325 E. 31st…
Supporters of Reparations Effort in Kansas City Seek Funds
A commission established by Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas to study Black reparations is seeking funding to support its work.
Poor Regulatory Safeguards Leave Farmworkers Suffocating in the Face of Increasing Heat Waves
A fifth of reported heat-related deaths are agricultural workers. Advocates are calling attention to the impact of climate change on this group from heat waves.
Affordable Apartments in Way of Potential East Village Ballpark
By Kevin Collison In a twist on the story line the East Village sorely needs investment, the only project built there since it was designated a redevelopment zone in 2005 would need to be demolished if the Royals choose it for their ballpark. And Community Builders of Kansas City wants to leverage that affordable apartment…