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Bella Rainey

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KCtoday gains 50,000 Instagram followers: Our most loved posts
In just a little over two years we’ve gained 50,000+ followers on Instagram. Let’s review what posts you all enjoyed the most.
August 24, 2023
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Charmaine Merriweather
JoCo Library Makerspace
Culture
Get your creativity flowing with local makerspaces in Kansas City
If you consider yourself a content creator, innovator, or maker — we know the spots for you. Check out these local makers’ spaces + content studios to help foster your creative mind.
August 23, 2023
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Bella Rainey
KC Royals New location KCtoday
Sports
Check out the two possible options for the Kansas City Royals’ future home
On Tuesday, Aug. 22, the Royals officially released renderings of two future stadium location options. Let’s see what both have to offer.
August 23, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Pickleball KCtoday
Sports
An all-inclusive pickleball experience is making its way to Kansas City in 2024
PickleCon is an all-inclusive, all-encompassing pickleball experience — designed to intrigue amateur players as well as tournament-focused competitors.
August 21, 2023
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Bella Rainey
KCtoday 6 and Main
Be prepared for the Kansas City Chiefs 2024 season with Six and Main
From tailgating supplies to red and gold merch, our friends at Six and Main have the best local options for this upcoming Chiefs season.
August 21, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Cascade Hotel Kansas City KCtoday
Travel and Outdoors
Meet the Cascade Hotel: Inside Kansas City’s newest getaway destination
The Country Club Plaza is getting a new tenant, the Cascade Hotel. The vacation destination will open on Friday, Sept. 8, so let’s take a look inside to prepare for the grand opening.
August 17, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Berkley Beer Garden KCtoday
Real Estate
Here’s everything you need to know about the Berkley Riverfront development
The Berkley Riverfront is undergoing its largest transformation in history, including the Kansas City Current’s new stadium. Let’s dive into the multiple projects underway along the river and what to expect.
August 17, 2023
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Bella Rainey
KC Compost KCtoday
City
Dig into composting in Kansas City, Missouri
The City of Kansas City, MO is ready to help you get your hands dirty with composting. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned pro, let’s dig into the details on how to compost in KCMO.
August 15, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Katz on Main KCtoday
Real Estate
Breaking down Lux Living’s 5 development projects in Kansas City
Lux Living is hard at work with multiple apartment complex projects under construction in the Kansas City region. Let’s dive into these project details and learn more about what you can expect from the developer in the coming months.
August 15, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Cycling Studio KCtoday
Wellness
Ride over to these cycling studios in Kansas City
Whether it’s your first time on a stationary bike or you’re a seasoned cycling pro — Kansas City has various studios to help you get your spin on.
August 11, 2023
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Bella Rainey
UMKC Streetcar Stop KCtoday
Travel and Outdoors
Take a ride along the KC Streetcar Main Street Extension Project’s progress
The KC Streetcar is bringing its services all the way to the University of Missouri - Kansas City by 2025. Let’s check in with the project and see what the next 18 months will entail.
August 11, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Fountain pic KCtoday
City
Celebrating KCtoday’s birthday with reader’s reasons to love the newsletter
Join us in celebrating two years of KCtoday and read what our audience has to say about why they love the newsletter.
August 9, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Kansas City skyline by @mcrleonel on Instagram
City
Celebrate KCtoday’s second birthday and see our top stories
It’s been two trips around the sun. Let’s review our best feats so far as we enter our terribly terrific twos.
August 8, 2023
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Charmaine Merriweather
Cafe Caphe KCtoday
Business
Drink Up: Take a look at the best moments from KCtoday’s 2023 Drink Up Month
We laughed, we sipped, we had a grand time. Take a look at July with us as we cap off a month of bev industry celebrations, meet-and-greets, and delicious drinks in Kansas City.
August 1, 2023
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Bella Rainey
EV Charging KCtoday
City
Everything you need to know about electric vehicle charging in Kansas City
Kansas City is becoming a hub for all things electric vehicle (EV). From the Panasonic plant, all the way to electric vehicle charging accessibility — the metro is embodying EV. Let’s dive into the charging stations popping up around the 816 and what that means for EV owners.
July 28, 2023
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Bella Rainey
KC Streetcar P& L
City
Take a drink tour around Kansas City along the KC Streetcar route
What’s better than a fun bar hop? We got it — one you can go on via free public transportation. Join us for a KC Streetcar drink tour from the River Market all the way to Union Station.
July 28, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Messenger Coffee
Business
Drink Up: Learn the process for sourcing ingredients at Messenger Coffee
If you like coffee and live in Kansas City, you probably heard of Messenger Coffee. What you likely don’t know is how they source beans + other ingredients to make each delicious cup of joe.
July 26, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Winstead's Sign KCtoday
Business
The history of Winstead’s in Kansas City
There’s more to Winstead’s than burger and milkshakes — there’s stories to be told, too. Dive into the history of this diner franchise and see where it stands in our city today.
July 26, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Fountain City Winery KCtoday
Business
Drink Up Month: Sip on local wine with Fountain City Winery in Kansas City
Not only does Fountain City Winery embrace the wine culture in Kansas City — it embraces its roots, too. With the City of Fountains reference in its title, plus the home base in the West Bottoms, this spot has KC written all over it.
July 24, 2023
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Bella Rainey
BLVD Rec Dec
Business
Drink Up: Try something new at Boulevard Brewing Co.'s Rec Deck
Head to Boulevard Brewing Co.'s Rec Deck for an expansive, laid-back hall at the top of the Tours & Rec Center. Visitors can play games, enjoy the skyline, and of course — drink beer. Editor Bella sat down with Kaleigh Rangel to learn more about the space.
July 20, 2023
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Bella Rainey
KC Skyline as Pink Barbie Theme
City
We asked AI what a Barbie Dreamhouse would look like in Kansas City
In celebration of the “Barbie” movie hitting the big screen on Friday, July 21, we decided to ask AI what a Barbie Dreamhouse would look like if it were built in Kansas City.
July 20, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Cafe Caphe Drink KCtoday
Business
Drink Up: Uncovering the life of a barista with the Café Cà Phê team
Café Cà Phê is Kansas City’s first Vietnamese-owned coffee shop — and it has two brick and mortar locations. The shop team has grown in the last two years, so we decided to sit down with three baristas and chat about life behind the counter, their favorite drinks, and their side hustles.
July 18, 2023
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Bella Rainey
KCtoday with Cindy
Business
Drink Up Month: Sip on local wine with Somerset Ridge Vineyard and Winery
Somerset Ridge Vineyard and Winery creates wine here in Kansas soil. We sat down with owner Cindy Reynolds to chat more about what the vineyard means to KC + how the grape crumbles.
July 18, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Builders Gin - Restless Spirits KCtoday
Food
Drink Up Month: Celebrate Drink Up with the Builders Margarita from Restless Spirits
We’re settling right in with Drink Up Month, and the best way to do so is with a drink in hand. Let’s dive into how to make this Builders Margarita from the comfort of your home, thanks to Restless Spirits.
July 14, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Starlight KCtoday
Culture
Take a look backstage at Kansas City’s Starlight Theater
Kansas City is home to various venues for performing arts, with Starlight Theater being a changemaker in the way Kansas Citians enjoy live entertainment. Let’s dive into the outdoor theater’s history + view behind the scenes.
July 14, 2023
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Bella Rainey
A girl sitting beside Lake Mirror looking at the lake and moon at night
City
The zodiac signs as Lakeland neighborhoods
It’s written in the stars... and the skyline.
July 13, 2023
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Bella Rainey
KC Chiefs Practice Facility KCtoday
Sports
Patrick Mahomes stars in “Quarterback” docuseries on Netflix
Patrick Mahomes is a star on and off the field. The QB’s 2022 season is documented from week one through the Super Bowl LVII win, showing behind the scenes footage of post-game, sideline, and at home perspectives.
July 12, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Kansas City Skyline Liberty Tower View KCtoday
Play
Your ultimate guide to tours of Kansas City
Explore the City of Fountains through its history, food, drink, and art on these tour experiences.
July 12, 2023
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Bella Rainey
PH Coffee KCtoday
Business
Drink Up Month: Dive into the coffee industry with Holly Bastin from PH Coffee
Holly Bastin has seen the coffee industry grow and evolve over the last decade in Kansas City. Now, she is teaching classes at PH Coffee and is a World Champion barista coach.
July 10, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Digital graphic of a wood table with "Drink Up" written in white letters.
Food
Get ready for LOUtoday’s Drink Up Month this July
Buckle up for Drink Up Month, where we’re celebrating all of your favorite Derby City beverages.
July 6, 2023
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Bella Rainey
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