Plus, the final four of the coffee shop bracket.
 
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70º | 1% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:34 a.m. | Sunset 7:21 p.m.

 
⚽ The ball’s in our court
Teal Rising Sign at KC Current Groundbreaking
Teal is definitely our color. | Photo by KCtoday
In case you haven’t noticed a bright blue Bond Bridge, Union Station’s new kit, the latest streetcar wrap, or even KC Joe’s not-so-subtle nod — teal has taken over the city.

KC Current’s home opener against the Portland Thorns on Saturday, March 16 at 12 p.m. is set to be a historic match.

Want the tea on the teal tide rolling in this weekend? We’ve got all the tips you need from parking and partying to merch and concessions.

Parking + transit

The first-ever stadium built for women’s professional sports has all the bells and whistles... but not a lotta parking. Those who snagged (sold out) season tickets got first dibs on season-long parking passes — everyone else can purchase single-game passes, which go for $50 a pop.

Have a pass and want to party? Sorry to break the news, but there’s absolutely no tailgating allowed. (Keep reading for our workaround)

No pass, no problem:
  • Take the streetcar — The Berkley Riverfront extension is under works, but KC Current will “cover the last stretch” if you ride to the Rivermarket.
  • Off-site parking — Drop your car off in one of downtown’s pay-to-park garages, surface lots, or street parking to cut your travel in half.
  • Walk — Here’s your chance, party people. Join the Downtown Neighborhood Association’s walking tailgate across the Town of Kansas Bridge. More stationary fans can join the KC Blue Crew for their Block 15 Tealgate.
  • Bike — Cyclists can rest easy knowing CPKC has free bike valet.
  • Rideshare — Dedicated rideshare lanes make game-day travel an easy lyft.
 
Events
 
Monday, March 11
  • Journey to Oz | Monday, March 11-Sunday, May 5 | Times vary | Crown Center, KCMO | Free | Families can follow Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion down the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City.
Tuesday, March 12
  • American Red Cross - Adult and Pediatric First Aid CPR / AED | Tuesday, March 12 | 1-3:15 p.m. | Kansas City Public Library, 14 W. 10th St., KCMO | $85 | Learn how to help people stay alive, with or without the Bee Gees.
  • JEGNAFEST 2024 | Tuesday, March 12 | 4-9 p.m. | Washington High School, 7340 Leavenworth Rd., KCK | $35 | The events making up Jegna Fest provide real-world ongoing service learning or work-based learning projects that align with its mission of “Building Youth For The Future.”
Wednesday, March 13
  • Family Night | Wednesday, March 13 | 5-8 p.m. | Lenexa Public Market, 8750 Penrose Ln., Lenexa, KS | Free | Eat your way through special Family Night deals and connect with your kiddos over free indoor activities like balloon artists, yard games, and coloring.
Thursday, March 14
  • Magic with Jack Reid | Thursday, March 14 | 7 p.m. | Kansas City Bier Company, 310 W. 79th St., KCMO | Free | Be astonished with a personal tableside magic show from this award-winning magician.
Friday, March 15
  • Whiskey Dynamite | Friday, March 15 | 8:30 p.m. | The Grand Theater, 2450 Grand Blvd., Ste. 301, KCMO | $60 | Ride into the town of Whiskey Dynamite for a sexy show of spectacular acrobatics, state-of-the-art visuals, and live music.
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Top drawer looking sad? Time for a spring refresh.
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Bombas’ top spring products include the Lightweight No Show Sock + Garden Party Ankle Sock. | Photo by Bombas
It’s time to spring clean your top drawer — and Bombas’ comfy, invisible socks will gladly replace your old, mismatched pairs.

Their no-show styles vanish under shoes, while blister tabs keep your heels happy. Plus, one pair purchased equals one pair donated to those in need.

Select top picks for spring are currently 5-15% off. (We love the Lightweight No-Show Sock 4-Pack + Garden Party Ankle Sock 4-Pack.) Plus, orders $50+ ship free.

Bonus: New customers can use code 6AM20 for an extra 20% off.
 
News Notes
 
Civic
  • The Jackson County Legislature is holding a public hearing on the proposed Royals ballpark today at 3 p.m. at the Jackson County Courthouse. Hall of Famer George Brett has already offered his two cents — if they tear down the K, he just wants a urinal. (Kansas City Business Journal)
Biz
  • Major metro advertiser Barkley is merging with smaller Chicago agency OKRP to create, drumroll please... BarkleyOKRP. The change is adding 150 employees and transforming the shop into a “big indie” agency. (Kansas City Businesss Journal)
Holiday
  • Need St. Patrick’s Day plans? Restless Spirits Distilling Company is offering a Snake Saturday celebration on Saturday, March 16. The festivities feature a traditional Irish breakfast, live music, prizes, an Irish dance demo, spirit samples, and a drawing for a life-size statue of pirate Anne Bonny.
Plan Ahead
  • Don’t get enough athletic brilliance here in KC? (Who are you?) Go for the gold with Olympian gymnast Simone Biles as she brings her “Gold Over America” Tour to the metro on Wednesday, Oct. 16. Tickets are available now.
Holiday
Active
  • Get rewarded for working out? Count us in. Simply head to your local HOTWORX, become a member, and join the HOTWORX Burn Off Challenge. Learn more about the challenge — and get sweating, Kansas City.*
Shop
  • This cozy men’s sweatshirt has been climbing the sales ranks and we can see why — the brushed fleece makes this everyday essential super comfortable.*
 
 
Asked
 
Vote in KCtoday’s coffee shop bracket
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What’s your favorite coffee in Kansas City? | Graphic by 6AM City
Welcome back to our KCtoday coffee shop bracket, where we’re asking you to determine the best coffee shop in Kansas City.

After our initial round of votes, we’re down to four “teams” left:
  • Black Dog Coffeehouse and Messenger on Grand | These beans belong to the same family, but the vibes are entirely different. Settle in for a cozy cup at Black Dog’s homey digs or take in the cityscape skyline at Messenger’s three-story Grand Avenue spot.
  • Café Corazón and Oddly Correct | Café Corazón is a Latino + Indigenous family-owned business known for local roasts and yerba mate, while Oddly Correct’s out-of-the-box coffee creations are known to stir up otherwise normal mornings.
Ready to decide who moves on to the final two in our bracket? Cast your vote below.
 
The Buy
 
Flower pots, solar lights, or lemon trees in QVC’s garden deals. “Love your garden” items are on sale until Thursday, March 28, meaning it’s the perfect time to start dreaming up this year’s outdoor spaces.
 
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The Wrap
 
Madison-McMillen.png Today’s edition by:
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From the editor
There are perks that come with being the tiny face at the bottom of a newsletter. One of those perks? Getting to stop by the broadcasters booth at my first KC Comets game, thanks to reader (and color commentator) Erik B.

City Editor Maddie and KCtoday reader Erik B. standing together in front of the KC Comets field.

Editor Maddie got a behind the scenes look at broadcasters booth thanks to reader Erik B.

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