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Vday gift guide
Six & Main is our online store where we show love to local artisans from our sister markets across the nation. | Photo by 6AM City
We’re head over heels for our readers. As we enter the month of love, we want to show our love by helping you choose the sweetest gifts from our online shop, Six & Main, which showcases local artists and small businesses from around the country.

Whether you plan to spend Valentine’s Day with your significant other, friends, or family — or simply by treating yourself — these goods will have you falling in love at first sight.

Taste the love 🍫
Indulge in hand-painted chocolates in this Valentine’s Day 12 Piece Bonbon Gift Box by Marble & Steel Craft Chocolates. Don’t forget to toast to love with a colorful cocktail glass from AlanaKayART, which pairs perfectly with this strawberry lemonade mixer from Simple Times Mixers.

Read the love 💌
Write something sweet to someone special using the “You Make Me Happy” card by Joy Paper Co. If you’re feeling extra smitten, let them know they’re “Quite the Catch.”

Show the love 🎨
No brushes or paint needed for this gift of art. Gift (or keep) this peonies watercolor painting by Kelsey Nichols Art or the “Smiling Faces Beautiful Places” by Dream a little ART SC.

Smell the love 🕯️
Let the mood fill the room with this rosemary sage candle by Resolute Candles, or smell the aroma of Venice with this bellini candle by Wixology Candle Company.

Wear the love 📿
For the jewelry lovers, check out these heart necklaces from Eleven + Jane. What’s even sweeter? There are matching heart earrings to go with it. If you’d rather don on a love-inspired shirt, this flamingo button-down from Block + Ink is the perfect fit.

There’s more love to go around. Click the button below to explore the entire Valentine’s Day Gift Guide.
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Tuesday, Jan. 31
  • KC Veteran Career & Transition Fair | Tuesday, Jan. 31 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS | Free | Register to explore opportunities with 100+ companies that factor in military skills, training, and service.
  • Flood | Tuesday, Jan. 31-Sunday, Feb. 19 | Times vary | Kansas City Repertory Theatre, 4949 Cherry St., Kansas City, MO | $35-$65 | Sit back and watch this “absurdist tragic-comedy” play in its first full production.
Wednesday, Feb. 1
Thursday, Feb. 2
Friday, Feb. 3
  • The Judds: The Final Tour | Friday, Feb. 3 | 7:30 p.m. | T-Mobile Center | $25-$395 | Rock out with this Country Music Hall of Fame band on its final tour.
Sunday, Feb. 5
  • The Small Glories | Sunday, Feb. 5 | 7 p.m. | Midwest Trust Center, 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park | $25 | Thrown together purely by accident for an anniversary show at Winnipeg’s West End Cultural Centre, roots powerhouse duo The Small Glories could almost make you believe in fate.*

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

100+ MORE EVENTS

Weather
  • 27º | Mostly sunny | 1% chance of rain
Community
  • Union Station is updating its fan zone (read: photo opportunities). The previous “CHIEFS KINGDOM” lighted sign is now replaced with an “AFC CHAMPIONS” installation. Other updates include exterior lighting and banners. You can track the changes on social media. 📸
Travel
  • The Super Bowl is in Arizona, and we bet you’re not driving ~19 hours to get there. To accommodate, airlines are beefing up their service to Phoenix. Delta added four additional flights Feb. 10-11, Southwest added five flights Feb. 9-10, American added six flights Feb. 9-11, and United added three flights Feb. 10-11.
Sports
  • KC’s Super Bowl year is also... a rebuild year? The Chiefs played at least eight rookies in the AFC Championship — and they showed up big. Isiah Pacheco ran for 85 yards, Skyy Moore returned the final punt for 29 yards, George Karlaftis got a sack, and Joshua Williams got an interception. 🏈 (CBS)
  • The Royals will reportedly keep right-hand pitcher Zack Greinke for the 2023 season. The 39-year-old MLB veteran ended last year with the most starts of any active pitcher in the MLB — plus, second in wins and third in strikeouts. ⚾️
Number
  • 1,389. That’s how many receiving yards Travis Kelce surpassed to make him the tight end with the most postseason receiving yards in NFL history.
Outdoors
  • Yeehaw. There’s a new bronze sculpture at Trail Scout Park in Shawnee depicting two historic local figures. The 13-ft-tall statue shows Wild Bill Hickok — of the Free State Army of Jayhawkers — astride his legendary steed, Black Nell. He waves to the wagon train at Pioneer Crossing Park. 🐴 (KCUR)
Plan Ahead
  • City Barrel Brewery + Kitchen is celebrating its fourth anniversary with a “Week of RAD” Monday, Feb. 20-Sunday, Feb. 26. The company is planning daily beer releases, raffle prizes, and sneak peeks on upcoming brews. Follow on Instagram for updates. 🍺
Closing
  • District Pour House + Kitchen — at 7122 Wornall Rd., KCMO — is closing after nearly 10 years. Owners were unable to reach a lease deal, referring to a decrease in patrons. The Waldo restaurant’s last day will be Sunday, Feb. 19. 🍽 (Kansas City Star)
Trending
  • The internet’s most popular cup is back in stock. The Stanley Quencher is beloved for its comfortable handle, large straw, ability to fit in your car’s cup holder, and how it keeps water cold for 11 hours. Plus, the popular 40 ounce size means all day hydration. 💧*
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We are now in our final descent ✈️

New KCI terminal will open February 28, 2023
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Introducing your new departures zone. | Photo by KCtoday
The new KCI terminal will officially open Tuesday, Feb. 28 — slightly ahead of the March target — Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas announced.

“Anyone from around the world who’s flying through KCI will see not just a state-of-the-art airport, but an airport that tells the story of Kansas City,” Lucas said of the local art installations and restaurants.

Build KCI generated ~6,000 construction jobs, including 240 local firms.

The $1.5 billion terminal is the largest infrastructure project in the city’s history. The facility will open with 40 gates and the ability to expand to 50. The parking structure across from the check-in hall includes 6,200 spaces, smart technology, and solar panels.

Officials state the project remains within budget.

Take a peek at KCI’s incoming local restaurants, and stay tuned for our airport guide coming in February.
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Travis.


Editor’s pick: Shoutout to Fitti’s Espresso — 7612 NW Prairie View Rd., KCMO — for providing a space for me to finish the airport story after an announcement late in the day. News can’t wait, but Jessi was very patient with me as I worked right up to closing time. We and all our readers appreciate you.


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