07.18.2023

Today’s Forecast

88º Cloudy | 12% chance of rain | Sunrise 6:07 a.m. | Sunset 8:41 p.m.

🍩 All aboard the donut express

Donutology is the new driver of the River Market Trolley café

Oh the places you’ll go. Made in KC is going away, but Donutlogy is here to stay. | Photo by Made in KC

Next stop: donuts. Made in KC passed the keys to Donutology for its River Market Trolley café. The donut shop will open the trolley location in August 2023.

Keith Bradley, Made in KC co-owner, said this change comes as they work to recenter their business.

“What we’ve been kind of focused on [...] is really getting back to the core of our business which is local goods retail,” Keith said.

It was important for the biz to find an operator who would serve coffee and appreciate the hard work it took to turn the trolley into a café.

“A lot of people don’t realize this but [...] back in 2018 [...] it was a trolley and it was a little sign out there. There wasn’t a deck. It was kind of more like a statue or monument,” Keith said. He saw Donutology as the obvious replacement.

“They know how to celebrate Kansas City. We thought it would be a great addition to have in that neighborhood,” Keith told us.

donutology sign with donuts in front and coffee — We’ll take three donuts, please.
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Photo by Donutology

Donutology opened in October 2016. Its owner, Andrew Cameron, said he has always “really, really, really loved donuts” and got the idea for the shop during his college years.

“I had never cooked a donut in my life. Throughout college I was working at a summer camp and [...] I’d bring back donuts every morning after my bank runs,” Andrew said. “I kind of got known as the donut guy. And I thought it would be kind of fun to open my own donut shop.”

The new trolley location will carry Donutology’s standard donuts along with an added bonus: alcohol.

“We’re in the process of transferring the liquor license [...] so we’ll have an opportunity to introduce some signature drinks as well as pairings for our donuts,” Andrew told us.

Events

Tuesday, July 18

Business Breakfast Series | Tuesday, July 18 | 7-9 a.m. | Capitol Federal Conference Center, 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS | Free | Learn ways to engage and empower employees to increase productivity.

Wednesday, July 19

A.M. Connect | Wednesday, July 19 | 8-9 a.m. | Brookdale Shawnee, 11400 W. 65th St., Shawnee, KS | Free | Make connections with fellow Kansas Citians.
Balanced | Wednesday, July 19 | 8:30 a.m. | Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa, 777 NW Argosy Casino Pkwy., Riverside, MO | $25-$125 | Learn how to boost your productivity and efficiency while reducing stress and burnout from holistic professionals.

Thursday, July 20

Moonlight Market | Thursday, July 20 | 4-8 p.m. | City Hall, 11110 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS | Free entry | Shop dozens of local vendors, swing by the beer garden, and jam out to live music.
Third Thursday Concert: Brass & Boujee | Thursday, July 20 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | Jay McShann Pavilion, 1616 E. 18th St., Kansas City, MO | Free | Celebrate Jazz history in the Historic 18th and Vine District.

Friday, July 21

Drake White | Friday, July 21 | 6 p.m. | PBR Big Sky, 111 E. 13th St., Kansas City, MO | $20 | Listen to heartstring-puller Drake White and his soulful roots.

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News Notes

Announced

As a response to the severe storms last weekend, the City of KCMO is offering expanded services for leaf and brush clean up. Check for your nearest drop site or schedule a pickup. Collection appointments can be made through Sunday, July 23 by calling 311 or using the myKCMO app.

Civic

Johnson County residents also have expanded services for storm debris pickup and dropoff. Residents should check this list of available options, grouped by city. (Shawnee Mission Post)

Coming Soon

Let’s taco ‘bout it. Tiki Taco is opening its first location in Johnson County — at 7514 W. 80th St., Overland Park, KS. The Cal-Mex style restaurant is taking over a vacant plumbing + electrical biz, featuring patio dining and a bar. It anticipates a November opening. (Shawnee Mission Post)

Cause

From the Earth dispensaries partnered with Jackson county’s CASA for a school supply drive. Now through Monday, July 31, those who drop off a backpack’s worth of brand new K-12 school supplies at any From the Earth locations will receive free product. (Street Insider)

Wellness

Johnson County Community College is expanding its mental health services. JCCC received a federal grant for ~$75,000 and will utilize it for mental health training for staff, faculty, student ambassadors, and student athletes. Plus, it will also form a community advisory board. (Shawnee Mission Post)

Try This

Two baby sharks + one daddy shark arrived at SEA LIFE Kansas City last week — doo-doo doo-doo doo-doo. The Bonnethead sharks will be available for viewing through Thursday, Aug. 31. You can cast your vote and name the trio after Chiefs, Royals, or Sporting KC icons. (Ozark’s First)

Kids

The Kansas City Zoo’s Homeschool Days fall registration is now open. Kids in Pre-K through 12th grade will learn about animals + science from an expert. Discount home school rates for the fall are available on Wednesday, Aug. 16 and Tuesday, Oct. 10. Tickets start at $10.

Kansas Citian

Let’s do “Epic Comeback” for $15,000. Justin White, personnel director for the Kansas City Symphony, won Jeopardy after a sudden turnaround. His score dipped into the negatives but he pulled ahead during the Double Jeopardy round. Justin won with a score of $15,000. (Fox 4)

Active

Cancel this weekend’s couch plans and try something new: BRKthrough, a first-of-its-kind game room experience with 22,000 sqft of challenges to beat. See details.*

The Buy

Our new must-have for concerts and baseball games this summer: this clear, stadium-approved backpack. Psst — It’s also great for football games in the fall.*

Biz

✨ It’s all about the look

Check out these five KC metro barbershops that are aesthetic

Your new ‘do will look as good as this shop. | Photo by Hudson / Hawk

Get a haircut, but make it a vibe. Stop in these barbershops across the KC metro if you want more than just a shape up.

Whiskey Beard Barber Shop & Cigar Lounge, 1600 Cherry St., KCMO | Have a drink + cigar with your cut. 18+ only.

Crows Nest Barbershop & Shave Parlor, 1003 W. 43rd St., KCMO | Picture old French dressers paired with vibrant red chairs at each station.

The Director’s Cut Take 2, A Terminal, Kansas City International Airport | This spa + salon movie-themed experience pays homage to KC’s Jazz district.

Hudson / Hawk, various locations | Its three KC metro locations all feature stark black + white color palettes and clean lines.

The Barberette, W. 5th St., Suite 2, KCMO | This woman-owned barbershop caters to both men + women. The shop has an industrial vibe with dark floors, open ceilings, and exposed brick walls.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Charmaine

From the editor

This week I’m looking forward to the slightly cooler weather. I know it’s still going to be in the 80s but I’ll take that over the 90s.

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