April 30, 2024

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82º | 19% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:20 a.m. | Sunset 8:10 p.m.

It’s not cheating, it’s a life hack

Photo of downtown Kansas City with party cloudy skies

Welcome to the school of (not so) hard knocks. | Photo by @kansascityinphotos

According to the internet, there’s an art to living in Kansas City. This unspoken wealth of knowledge is what keeps the average local from falling into life’s proverbial (and literal) potholes. Think: it’s PLAH-zuh, not PLAW-zuh.

Consider yourself a pro at metro living? Test your knowledge against these 12 Kansas City life hacks, shared on Reddit — and be sure to drop your own. If you’re a transplant, you might want to save this newsletter for future reference.

IYKYK — KC Edition

“Go grocery shopping during Chiefs games. The store will be empty.” — @Novaova

“You can order wings at the Peanut cooked ‘extra crispy,’ ‘charred’ or ‘double dipped.’ It only took 20 years to learn that.” — @bonsreeb

“Public transit can take you to/from the airport. There’s a route that starts at 10th and Main that gets to KCI decently fast. $1.50 each way is a great deal.” — @chimesplayer

“If you to tell the lady at Gates you need a minute to look at the menu she won’t keep yelling at you. 😂" — @Future_Constant6520

“Don’t drive around the Plaza during the holidays unless you have amazing patience.” — @c792j770

“If you’re having trouble finding your flight gate coming home, look for people with KC gear. 10/10 someone on the flight will have something on!” — @__seeLearn

“If you ever get lost, remember these simple rules: The Uptown Theater is in Midtown, but the Midland is in downtown. North Kansas City is south of Kansas City North. [...] And I-70 somehow runs parallel to itself downtown.” — @ActivityImpossible70

“Tour de Taco 🌮 (the KC Taco Trail) bike ride to burn calories. Eat tacos to replace calories. It’s like a perfect infinite loop of energy and fitness.” — @Fearless-Bet780

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Events

Tuesday, April 30

Hot Mulligan | Tuesday, April 30 | 7 p.m. | Uptown Theater, 3700 Broadway Rd., KCMO | $33-$60 | It’s not a phase — it’s the Midwest emo group coming to KC on their “Chose Your Fightour.”
Gentle Yoga | Tuesday, April 30 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | BioFit, 9201 W. 133rd St., Overland Park, KS | Free | Restore the body + mind with a free first class of slow-paced, beginner yoga.

Wednesday, May 1

How Do I Become a Biologist? | Wednesday, May 1 | 1-2 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Students thinking about a career in biology have the opportunity to hear academic + career advice from a pro.

Thursday, May 2

ArtPop | Thursday, May 2 | 6-9 p.m. | Kansas City Art Institute, 4415 Warwick Blvd., KCMO | $50-$75 | KCAI’s biggest party of the year features outdoor art installations, student performers, music, and food + drinks.

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News Notes

Development

At a press conference following the NFL Draft, Clark Hunt announced the Chiefs + Royals are no longer working as a team regarding stadium plans. The two organizations are now looking at new options independently, including a possible domed Chiefs stadium. (Kansas City Business Journal)

Biz

KC-based UMB Financial Corp. is undergoing its biggest deal ever — a $2 billion acquisition of Heartland Financial USA, Inc. It is the largest US bank deal announced since 2022, according to S&P Global. (Kansas City Business Journal)

Ranked

Speaking of business... Kansas City ranked No. 9 in Forbes Advisor’s list of the least risky cities for small businesses in the US. Maybe Midwestern nice translates to financial friendliness?

Edu

Seven JoCo schools earned top 10 spots in Kansas’ ”Best High School Rankings” by U.S. News & World Report. All Blue Valley high schools, Shawnee Mission East, and De Soto were graded on factors like college readiness, graduation rate + underserved student performance. (Johnson County Post)

Sports

The NFL Draft is over, but the season is just beginning for some. Lee’s Summit West and K-State alum Phillip Brooks is the newest undrafted free agent for the Chiefs. His first chance to play with his hometown team will be at the Chiefs Rookie minicamp next month. (FOX4)

Arts

Three Overland Park subdivisions are coming together for an annual tradition, and this heartland celebration is all about the art. Check out local talent at Shannon Valley’s Art in the Park event on Saturday, May 4 at 11100 Grant Dr. (Johnson County Post)

Closed

BurgerFi closed its only metro location this past weekend at 11635 Ash St. in Leawood — in its place, Mother Clucker plans to open by the end of summer. The local hot chicken chain has locations in Shawnee and the Crossroads’ Parlor KC food hall. (Johnson County Post)

Fun Fact

Ever wonder who decides what businesses appear on those highway exit signs? Businesses apply online to pay Missouri Logos, a private company contracted by MODOT, for sign space. Prices vary based on how many cars pass daily — the rest is decided by a long list of eligibility criteria. (Kansas City Star)

Arts

🎶 Sounding off for International Jazz Day

Listen to a little of what gave KC its big start. | Photo via Pexels

There’s music in the air... more so than usual. That’s because it’s International Jazz Day (Tuesday, April 30), and as the US’s only UNESCO City of Music, it’s a pretty big deal here in KC.

Start tapping your toes with:

Center for Recorded Music | 12-6 p.m. | UMKC Student Union, 5100 Cherry St., KCMO | Free | Listen to classic records, live music, and special guests.
Latin Jazz Institute | 5:30-7 p.m. | 1617 Baltimore Ave., KCMO | Free with RSVP | Learn about jazz heritage and the KC-Chile Jazz Exchange.
KC Jazz Alive | 7 p.m. | 3400 Main St., KCMO | $0-$20 | This panel discussion focuses on the past, present + future impact of the Kansas City sound.

Want a way to keep the music going? Tune in anytime to local jazz radio station KOJH-LP 100.5 FM, a partner of Mutual Musicians Foundation. The American Jazz Museum is another local treasure — stop by for historic exhibits and live performances at the Blue Room.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

Your answers to last week’s pick-up game poll surprised me: 90% preferred a to play in a public park or their own backyard. Looks like our gym guide might need to move aside, the sports section of our park guide is here to shine.

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