News & Issues
Stories from around the Kansas City Metro area on a variety of topics.
Late Summer Opening Anticipated for Strang Food Hall at Plaza
(Editor’s note: This article originally was published March 20, 2023) By Kevin Collison The new Strang Chef Collective food hall planned for the Cascade Hotel being just north of the Country Club Plaza is considered by its operator a “bullish” vote of confidence in the venerable shopping district. “We’ve always targeted the Plaza as an…
Drag Queens Persevere in Face of anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation in Kansas and Missouri
The Kansas City and Lawrence drag community is persevering in the face of a wave of anti-LGBTQ legislation in Kansas and Missouri. Here’s how.
Missouri Plan for Peak Power Pricing Prompts Pushback
A Missouri regulatory plan to adopt time-of-use pricing for electrical power is running into resistance from some politicians and utilities such as Evergy.
Chef Brings 40-Years of Restaurant Seasoning to Union On The Hill
(Editor’s note: This article originally was published March 16, 2023) By Kevin Collison George Atsangbe has been corporate chef at some of the better known names in the local restaurant world including Houlihan’s and Bread and Butter Concepts for 40 years. So the native of Nigeria knew exactly what he wanted to do when he…
Nick’s Picks | Epic Storm Leaves Thousands Without Power
Evergy says about 12,000 customers remain without power after an epic storm swept through Kansas City Friday. Power may not be fully restored until Tuesday.
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…
Financial Tips for Teens (That Everyone Can Use)
You don’t have to look far for news about how much financial trouble people are in these days. Financial planner Jamie Bosse is here with five tips for teens.
Rural Rebirth: The Art of Being Atchison
Atchison has enough historical attractions that put it — and keep it — on the map. But the people of this rustic river town want more for their community.
Wellness Center Planned for Former Wendell Phillips School Near 18th & Vine
(Editor’s note: This article originally was published March 13, 2023) By Kevin Collison The former Wendell Phillips school near the 18th & Vine District is slated to become a community wellness center serving the neighborhood and a new affordable housing project planned across the street. Urban Catalyst Inc. has acquired the school at 24th and…
Troubled Waters: KC’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial Restored
The Kansas City Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fountain has been repaired after a long delay. But local veterans seek more upgrades.