08.31.2023

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Sunrise: 7:37 a.m. | Sunset: 5:12 p.m.

🧳 Pro Tip: Get pre-check before your vacay

Enroll in TSA PreCheck ahead of spring travel

Don’t let the lines limit you. | Photo by KCtoday

If you’re like us, you’re already planning your holiday vacays. As you plan, don’t forget to add TSA PreCheck enrollment to your pre-vacay to-do list.

The government program provides an expedited security lane at 200+ airports for travelers that pass a security screening — which includes a short application and a 10-minute in-person enrollment appointment — and are given a Known Traveler Number.

Bonus: The screening is good for five years and costs $78.

The main benefit of enrolling? You will save time when traveling. Recent data found that 96% of TSA PreCheck passengers spent less than five minutes at airport security checkpoints.

To apply:
1. Find out if you are eligible.
2. Fill out an application.
3. Schedule an appointment at a nearby enrollment center.

Most people will know if their application has been approved within three to five days.

Psst — don’t forget to read our airport guide before heading to KCI, and grab these airport essentials:

Events

Thursday, Aug. 31

Beginner Hula Hooping | Thursday, Aug. 31 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Village Presbyterian Church, 6641 Mission Rd., Prairie Village, KS | $10 | Learn to hula hoop as a way to get a full-body exercise.

Friday, Sept. 1

Kurt Travis | Friday, Sept. 1 | 6:30 p.m. | recordBar, 1520 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO | $23.50 | Check out this hardcore-metal vocalist, known for his pipes in bands like Royal Coda and Push Over.
Kansas City Current vs Angel City FC | Friday, Sept. 1 | 7 p.m. | Children’s Mercy Park | $17-$108 | Watch the Current take on the Angels in this regular season match.

Saturday, Sept. 2

St. James Winery Wine Tasting | Saturday, Sept. 2 | 12-1 p.m. | Public Parking Lot, 156-268 E. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO | $5 | Come taste wine during SantaCaliGon with the Rotary Club of Independence and the largest winery in the state of Missouri.
First Sunday Concert | Sunday, Sept. 3 | 1-4 p.m. | Theis Park, 4801 Oak St., Kansas City, MO | Free | Check out three local bands at this free concert.

Sunday, Sept. 3

Let’s Get Trivial | Sunday, Sept. 3-Sunday, Nov. 26 | 1 p.m. | Kansas City Bier Company, 310 W 79th St., Kansas City, MO | $15 | Get your thinking cap on for this afternoon of trivia

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Development

After nearly 10 years since initial proposal, Overland Park’s $2 billion Brookridge Golf and Fitness redevelopment project officially broke ground. The ~200 acre project plans to complete phase 1 by 2025, adding 300+ apartments and ~13,000 sqft of retail space. (Shawnee Mission Post)

Announced

Christmas came early. For the first time ever, Legends Field will be transformed into Enchantment Christmas, a massive maze and Christmas village. The attraction will be open Friday, Nov. 24 through Sunday, Dec. 31. Tickets start at $25 and are on sale now. (KCTV5)

Sports

The Chiefs officially announced the 53-man roster for this upcoming season after a summer full of training camp and practices with 91 players. The cuts are due to NFL requirements, but released players could be signed to the practice squad.

Eat

Tacos Valentina found its permanent home — at 1708 Campbell St., KCMO. The almost two-year-old pop-up shop will operate within Torn Label Brewing Co.'s previous kitchen starting Friday, Sept. 1, and will feature homemade masa-based eats alongside its tacos. (Kansas City Magazine)

Closing

Butterfield’s Bakery & Market is closing its Lenexa Public Market Space on Sunday, Sept. 10. The breakfast, lunch, and desserts biz plans to still offer its treats in the market and return as a pop-up shop + cooking class. (Shawnee Mission Post)

Travel

Who are you calling a fly over city? Kansas City was recognized as one of the top domestic rising locations for Labor Day weekend destinations, according to data from Chase Travel. The results show that more Americans are seeing KC as a vacation spot.

Giveaway

In case you missed it, we’ve partnered with Corinth Square to give one lucky family a $200 shopping spree. Enter to win on Instagram now through Wednesday, Sept. 6 at midnight.*

Development

Real Estate

Say hello to a new KC landmark. | Renderings via Pixel Foundry

Let’s go for a ride. The Pennway Point entertainment district is adding a new jewel to our city’s skyline.

KC Wheel, a 36-gondola + climate-controlled Ferris wheel, is officially set to start spinning this fall. Construction on the 150-ft-tall structure is underway, alongside other neighboring developments including a 16-hole mini-golf course and a snack bar called Wheel House.

The KC Wheel will showcase one of our favorite views: 360 degrees of downtown Kansas City’s skyline. It will also outfit LED lights that can produce millions of different color patterns and combinations. The attraction will operate 365 days a year, rain or shine.

The Pennway Point project is led by ICON Experiences, and is located northwest of Pennway Street and 25th Street between Interstate 35 and the IRS Processing Center. Other elements of the development are expected to open by spring of 2024.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Charmaine

From the editor

Have you solidified your Labor Day weekend plans yet? I am definitely going to go check out the new Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium. I can’t wait to greet all the fish.

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