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Historic UMKC mansion will see new life as boutique hotel
For more than a decade, the Epperson House — a 24,000-sqft castle-like estate — has sat empty on university grounds.
January 15, 2025 06:00 AM
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Madison McMillen
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Government
Jackson County must earmark $70 million quickly or lose it all
The county has decided how to spend its remaining COVID-19 relief funds just in time, saving $70 million from returning to the federal wallet.
January 2, 2025
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Latest renderings and updates for the South Loop Project
Kansas City is working towards a greener downtown with the South Loop Project. Check out renderings of the project + its 2026 completion goal.
December 9, 2024
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Bella Rainey
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City
Farewell to OP market pavilion ahead of $34 million renovation
A fresh new look is coming for the city’s award-winning farmers market.
December 4, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Development
Everything you need to know on the KC Star pavillion AI data center
One of Kansas City’s most recognizable buildings has found itself at the center of controversy and national conversation once again.
November 20, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Development
Power & Light will undergo $10 million upgrades, adding canopy
KC Live! Block will stay open while construction brings new features to the entertainment district, ahead of expected spring 2025 completion.
November 15, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Development
Midtown Station transforming KCK’s former Indian Springs Mall
The proposed project promises ~1,500 apartments, 280,000 sqft of retail, a 168-room hotel, convention center, grocery store, and 30-acre solar grid.
November 11, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Development
Everything you need to know about the Hunt’s dual development coming to Olathe Gateway
An ultra-accesible amusement park and a sports complex will be built just a few miles from south OP’s BluHawk development.
October 17, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Development
Museum of BBQ is cooking up in KC
Get a taste of the craft’s key elements + the US’ major barbecue regions all in one spot.
October 17, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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You’re invited to the grand opening of AdventHealth Sports Park at Bluhawk
Find friendly, experienced staff, knowledgeable coaches, entertainment opportunities, and more — all nestled in a state-of-the-art sports park like no other.
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Development
Southwest Boulevard’s $4 million makeover: Here’s what’s changing
The iconic boulevard will be all but recognizable soon.
October 7, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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