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Don’t brush this creek aside

Check out these upcoming projects in the Brush Creek Corridor

Brush Creek plaza area KCtoday
We’re ready for the future of the Brush Creek Corridor. | Photo by @slmarcy
The Brush Creek Corridor is getting a makeover, with various projects to improve the area like the new MLK Pedestrian Bridge and Brush Creek Cultural Heritage Trail revitalization. Let’s dive into the happenings throughout the corridor.

👟 MLK Pedestrian Bridge

What: $2.8 million in federal funding is secured to build a new pedestrian bridge — connecting the community north of the creek to the 15 and the Mahomies Playground at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Park.

Where: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Woodland Avenue

Timeline: Construction is underway, completion TBD.

🌳 Brush Creek Cultural Heritage Trail Project

What: The revitalization of this trail is meant to act as a series of interconnected nodes that tell the story of the American Civil Rights Movement and the Black experience in KC through art installations. See the project elements.

Where: Paseo Boulevard Bridge as the western boundary, through to the confluence with Blue River as the eastern boundary. Emanual Cleaver II Boulevard acts as the northern boundary, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Blue Parkway the southern boundary.

Timeline: Multiple steps of this project are currently underway — see where it’s at.

🚴 Emmanuel Cleaver II Boulevard Proposal

What: If approved, this ordinance would upgrade some existing lanes and install new bike lanes through seven blocks of Emmanuel Cleaver II Boulevard.

Where: 47th Street and Emmanuel Cleaver II Boulevard

Timeline: Details from the Kansas City Council Transportation subcommittee are coming soon.

Get involved: Keep an eye out for future public meetings.
Events
Monday, May 22
  • Families Eating Smart and Moving More | Monday, May 22 | 6-7:30 p.m. | West Wyandotte Library, 1737 N. 82nd St., Kansas City, KS | Free | Learn simple solutions and skills to eat more meals at home, eat healthily when eating out, and move more.
Tuesday, May 23
  • Diversity and Inclusion Allyship Series: The Language of Allyship | Tuesday, May 23 | 9-10:30 a.m. | KC Chamber, 30 W. Pershing Rd., Kansas City, MO | Free | Learn and understand the reasons behind evolving language.
  • Designed by Nature | Tuesday, May 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Kauffman Center | $33.50-$68.50 | Listen to a presentation and Q+A with Dr. Kakani Katija, a bioengineer studying the ocean with technology inspired by the creatures who live in it.
Wednesday, May 24
  • Chats for Change KC | Wednesday, May 24 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Casual Animal Brewing Co., 1725 McGee St., Kansas City, MO | Free | Join other environmentally active citizens to spur conversations and address questions with the Missouri Coalition for the Environment — with one drink included.
  • Jammin’ on the Green: Vine Street Rumble Jazz Orchestra | Wednesday, May 24 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Shawnee Town 1929 Museum, 11501 W. 57th St., Shawnee, KS | Free | Listen to the smooth tunes of this 14-piece band.
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News Notes
Development
  • Lenexa City Council unanimously approved the final plan for a double hotel, retail, and restaurant space in the Lenexa City Center. The 88,000-sqft project will be between Elmridge Street and Penrose Lane, north of 87th Street Parkway. (Shawnee Mission Post)
Drink
  • A new pop-up bar is opening at 9th & State (1717 W. 9th St., KCMO), and it’s going to get spooky. GROOVY opens Friday, June 9 and runs through Saturday, July 15. So grab your broomstick and head to this “Cabin in the Woods” — the Bar of the Dead awaits.
Community
  • Sporting KC is encouraging fans to donate lightly used soccer balls and cleats for young players. The Recycle Your Game event is Saturday, May 27 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Central Bank Sporting Complex. The donation bin will be located at the fieldhouse offices near field 7.
Family
  • Fairy Tale Village, a new free exhibit at Crown Center, opens on Saturday, May 27. The interactive experience features classic characters like Snow White and Cinderella. The indoor exhibit runs through Monday, Sept. 4.
Environment
  • Kansas Citians can stay informed about air quality this ozone season by receiving SkyCast (issued daily at 4 p.m.). Like a weather forecast, SkyCast provides the air quality conditions expected for the next day and issues an Ozone Alert when an unhealthy amount of ground-level ozone pollution is anticipated. Sign up for alerts.*
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Meet the Monarchs

Your guide to sports teams in Kansas City

KC MOnarchs
The historic team dates back over a century — this photo coming from 1934. | Photo via Kansas City Public Library
With their 2023 season in full swing, we wanted to give some background knowledge on the Kansas City Monarchs.

The original Kansas City Monarchs were the longest-running franchise in the history of baseball’s Negro Leagues, which was ultimately disbanded in 1965.

Where they play: Legends Field
  • The facility can hold up to 20,000 people.
  • The field is in the Village West area, neighbors to Children’s Mercy Park and the Kansas Speedway.
Mascot: Monty
  • Monty’s favorite Monarchs player is Jan Hernandez.
  • Monty can be found at local appearances — find out more here.
Team colors: Navy blue, maroon, and cream
  • The team uniforms feature pinstripe home, grey away, and maroon throwback kits to modernize the original team’s look.
  • Shop for merch.
Major accomplishments:
  • The T-Bones won the American Association Championship in 2018.
  • The Monarchs won the American Association Championship in 2021.
📅 See the team’s schedule.
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
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From the editor
As the seasons change, so do my go-to cocktails. With the warmer weather, I have been straying away from my winter order — an espresso martini — and sipping on something more refreshing: Moscow mules. Where is your favorite place to drink the iconic copper mug cocktail? Let me know.
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