Support Us Button Widget
City

How the KC metro is dominating rankings across the US

Our region is getting recognized. From the food to the culture to new developments — here’s the highlights of our most recent national awards.

July 19, 2023 • 
Charmaine Merriweather
kansas city downtown

I see skies of blue.

Photo by KCtoday

The KC metro makes headlines everywhere you look. Let’s review our 2023 trophy wall, shall we?

Kicking it off with KCI — our brand new airport was named the “Best Airport in the US” by TravelAwaits. If you’ve seen it, you know why. Its speciality rooms are the first of its kind in US airports and it has multiple local art pieces on display.

Unshocking, Kansas City also topped barbecue rankings. KCMO was named the “Best Barbecue City” in the country by Lawnstarter. KCK came in at No. 3, Olathe No. 17, and Overland Park at No. 22.

Overland Park and Olathe both made the “Best Place to Live” list by Livability, ranking No. 6 and No. 14. respectively.

OP was also crowned the best place to rent by WalletHub.

What else in Kansas City should get a No. 1 ranking? Let us know and you could be featured in a future newsletter.

More from KCtoday
KCtoday_Night Skyline
Events
Plan Ahead: August 2024
Don’t let the last weeks of summer slip away from you. Keep your calendar hot with these August events.
July 26, 2024
 · 
Madison McMillen
KCtoday_Paris Olympics
Sports
Who’s representing Kansas City in the Olympics
KC is well represented on the world stage at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics — these are some locals to watch.
July 24, 2024
 · 
Madison McMillen
Southwest Boulevard Beer Boulevard Brewing Company
Culture
Local libations: A round of KC-centric craft beers
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable KC nod there — these craft beers found around Kansas City take local pride seriously.
July 23, 2024
 · 
Monica Garske
Humanette sneak peek
Small Business
Midtown’s first play cafe opens next month
Hümanette will open on Friday, August 9 in Brookside
July 23, 2024
 · 
Charmaine Merriweather
KCtoday_Horsefeather
Food
Savor Kansas City’s signature cocktail: the Horsefeather
It’s a classic for whiskey-sipping locals, but little known outside of the Midwest. Read on to explore the drink’s origins + how to make your own.
July 22, 2024
 · 
Madison McMillen
KC_ FARINA The Oaxacan Clover Club
Food
Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Kansas City.
July 19, 2024
 · 
Monica Garske
Photo of Nelson-Atkins in spring
City
4 free activities that are worth a try in Kansas City
Whether you’re spending a day or a lifetime in Kansas City, these are among the best free activities the city has to offer.
July 17, 2024
 · 
Mitch Hooper
Kansas City skyline with a search bar reading "Kansas City 1999"
Culture
Kansas City’s 1999 time capsule
What was Kansas City like at the turn of the millennium? We took a look back at the final year of the 20th century to see what life was like pre-Y2K.
July 17, 2024
 · 
Michael Beausoleil
KCtoday_Tail Waggin
Small Business
Step inside Tail Waggin’, the Crossroad’s pet store paradise
With more people than ever opting to be paw-rents rather than parents, this downtown pet store is celebrating a decade of community support.
July 16, 2024
 · 
Madison McMillen
239776301_1223001828136945_6451888185473381399_n
Live
Farmers markets in Kansas City
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up seven farmers markets around Kansas City.
July 16, 2024
 · 
Bella Rainey