08.04.2023

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40º | Rain/snow mix | 98% chance of rain |
Sunrise: 7:37 a.m. | Sunset: 5:12 p.m.

🌄 Take an accessible hike

Take an accessible hike on one of these trails in Kansas City

Picture of ASB Bridge and ice on the Missouri River. | Photo by @kcescapades

The outdoors are for everybody — and there are plenty of hikes in our area that are friendly to wheelchairs, strollers, and other mobility aids. Get some fresh air on three of our favorite accessible trails.

Line Creek Trail, 2699 NW 60th St., Kansas City, MO
This paved eight-mile trail winds through woods and crosses smooth bridges over water. The trail averages 6 ft wide and is generally flat. But be aware: around the four-mile mark, the trail becomes steep (at an 8% grade) so expect a workout or recruit some help.

Missouri Riverfront Heritage Trail
Explore some of the most historic areas in the bi-state along this 15-mile paved trail. Enjoy riverside views and learn more about Kansas City. If you need a rest, there are many benches and picnic areas to take in the sights.

Line Creek Trail: Meadows Park
For something a little more remote, take this 11.7-mile out-and-back trail with shady trees and views of the creek. The path’s width averages at ~8 ft and it remains relatively flat throughout (at a 5% grade).

What’s your go-to wheelchair-accessible trail? Let us know where we should explore next.

If you’re hunting for more hikes, we’ve got you. Check out our full guide to local hiking.

Events

Friday, Aug. 4

All Quiet on the Western Front | Friday, Aug. 4 | 5:30 p.m. | National WWI Museum and Memorial | Free | After a happy hour, catch the 2022 Academy Award-winning war film in the memorial auditorium.
Barbecue, Bulls & Live Music | Friday, Aug. 4-Saturday, Aug. 5 | T-Mobile Center | Free | Join the Kansas City Outlaws for a three-day street festival with bulls, barbecue, beer, and live music.

Saturday, Aug. 5

Run for Raptors | Saturday, Aug. 5 | 6 a.m.-2 p.m. | Lakeside Nature Center, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO | $40-$50 | Hit the trails at the 7th annual benefit for the Friends of Lakeside Nature Center
Storytime in the Garden | Saturday, Aug. 5 | 10-11 a.m. | Loose Park Garden Center, 5200 Pennsylvania Ave., Kansas City, MO | Free | Local children’s book author Tony Temple and his daughter Stori will present an interactive read-aloud of “Animal Movements.”
2023 Heart of America Hot Dog Festival | Saturday, Aug. 5 | 3-11 p.m. | Historic 18th and Vine District, Paseo Blvd., Kansas City, MO | $35-$125 | Celebrates the historical connection between our national pastime and baseball fan’s favorite ballpark food: the hotdog. Proceeds benefit the NLBM.

Sunday, Aug. 6

Pod Meets World Live | Sunday, Aug. 6 | 6:30 p.m. | Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland, 1228 Main St, Kansas City, MO | $35-$75 | Three stars of “Boy Meets World” rewatch and react to the show, now 30 years later.

Monday, Aug. 7

Agave Spirits & Cocktail Class | Sunday, Aug. 6 | 6-8 p.m. | Flying Horse Taproom, 600 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, MO | $25 | Expand your knowledge and palate of agave spirits — smoked jalapeno and dragonfruit margaritas, for example.

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News Notes

Award

Wine Enthusiast named Antler Room among the country’s 50 best restaurants, shouting out the restaurant’s wine list, “hospitable environment,” and co-owner Nick Goellner’s triple James Beard nominations.

Festival

Think you have what it takes to be the next (honorary) mayor of Waldo? Nominate yourself or someone you know — the winner will be announced at the Waldo Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 16.

Open

Of Course Kitchen is now open in Overland Park’s Bluehawk shopping center. The fine dining restaurant fuses South Indian influences and American ingredients into dishes like lamb samosa croquettes and masala duck ravioli. (Kansas City Magazine)

Ranked

Nine KC restaurants made Yelp’s “Top 100 Places to Eat in the Midwest.” Old favorites like Joe’s and Grünauer made the list, along with newer favorites like Baba’s Pantry and Hummus and Pita. (Kansas City Business Journal)

Closing

Commerce Bank’s downtown Shawnee branch will close its doors on Friday, Aug. 18, relocating its services to the branch at Pflumm Road and Shawnee Mission Parkway. It’s unclear whether the closure is permanent, but accounts won’t be affected. (Shawnee Mission Post)

Coming Soon

Thrive Restaurant Group will open its first Modern Market Eatery in Prairie Village later this year. The tech-enabled “fast” food restaurant offers healthy meals with low ticket times. (Kansas City Business Journal)

Cause

Community Service League is matching donations on backpacks stuffed with school supplies for underserved students in Independence. Get involved, and check out the nonprofit’s upcoming back-to-school fairs. (KCTV)

Civic

Since Lenexa Cemetery passed into the city’s hands this year, officials are considering upgrades + alternative burial options. For example, “tree pod burial,” which involves interment beneath a newly planted tree, was mentioned as a more ecological option. (Shawnee Mission Post)

History

Leawood officials will commemorate the city’s 75th anniversary with a book detailing local history. “Leawood; The Journey Continues” hits shelves this fall — around the same time as the Saturday, Oct. 7-Sunday, Oct. 8 festival. (Shawnee Mission Post)

Fact or Fiction

If you or someone you know experiences intense abdominal pain after eating a fatty meal, you might need your gallbladder removed. See the answer.*

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I just recently learned that KCK native Janelle Monáe is featured on Fun’s “We Are Young.” The song was huge when I was growing up, but I guess I wasn’t paying attention. I definitely am now — get tickets for their September show at the Midland while you still can.

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