Option one: North Kansas City

• Short seven minute walk to the Iron District
• 90-acre total development
• Located near the possible NorthRail Streetcar extension

Option two: East Village

• Blocks away from the Power & Light District
• A 27-acre development in total
• Would include a pedestrian bridge from Paseo Boulevard to the stadium

• Night Flight Tower Tour | Thursday, Aug. 24 | 9 p.m. | ZIP KC, 12829 Loring Rd., Bonner Springs, KS | $109.99 | Fly from tower to tower in the dark with laser lights and five zip lines, including a 1/4 mile behemoth and the heart-racing zero gravity zip.
• Saint Javelin: Art, Faith and Mobilization | Thursday, Aug. 24 | 4-6 p.m. | National WWI Museum and Memorial | $30 | Hear about the contemporary parallels between WWI and the present-day conflict through a discussion on art, faith, and mobilization amid catastrophe.

• Truman Farm Home Tours | Friday, Aug. 25, Saturday, Aug. 26, Friday, Sept. 1 | 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | 12301 Blue Ridge Ext., Grandview, MO | Free | Walk the historic halls where President Harry Truman learned to farm.
• Fourth Fridays Art Walk | Friday, Aug. 25 | 5-8 p.m. | Downtown Lee’s Summit | $0+ | Check out artist pop-ups and showcases inside local businesses.

• Back to School Bash | Saturday, Aug. 26 | 9-11 a.m. | Multiple locations, Grandview, MO | Free | Celebrate the back-to-school season while getting to know your local park at this kid-friendly celebration.
• VolleyPaws: A National Dog Day Sand Volleyball Tournament | Saturday, Aug. 26 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Centerline Volleyball Complex, 1910 SE US 40 Hwy., Blue Springs, MO | $300 | Participate in this volleyball tournament with proceeds going towards Great Plains SPCA.

• Goo Goo Dolls | Sunday, Aug. 27 | 7 p.m. | Starlight Theatre | $29.50-$169.50 | Listen to hits like “Iris” and “Slide.”

• Soccer + KC = the perfect pair. KCMO landed the No. 5 spot on Wallethub’s “2023’s Best Cities for Soccer Fans.” The ranking comes from 52 key metrics, including number of championship wins, performance level, and fan engagement.

• Overland Park City Council officially approved its 2024 budget. The total adds up to $430.7 million — 15% higher than the 2023 budget. This does not affect the property tax rate for residents. See where the money will go.

• The KC Current and Messenger Coffee officially launched a new co-branded coffee blend. The blend is coined “Samba no Pé” — Portuguese for “samba in the feet.” This honors a traditional Brazilian dance and the country where these beans are grown.

• Representing the KC region. The University of Kansas Health System made its way to the No. 1 spot on Forbes’ “Best Employers by State.” The decision was based on factors like working conditions, diversity, compensation packages, and potential for development.

• The Metcalf 108 project in Overland Park is being put on hold. City Council made changes to the major redevelopment plan, extending the deadline for completion to 2026. This multi-faceted project is set to include an apartment complex + retail space. (Shawnee Mission Post)

• The Kansas City Power & Light District announced its continued partnership with Kansas City Public Schools (KCPS) to give away a two-year apartment lease at Three Light to one local teacher. KCPS teachers can nominate themselves beginning Friday, Sept. 1.

• Sprained ankle? Skip the emergency room, and head to the University of Kansas Health System Orthopedics walk-in clinic, which offers treatment for any acute orthopedic injury, including sports-related injuries. See clinic hours.*