Check out the Chiefs rings from Super Bowl LVIII...and LVII, LIV + IV
With all that bling, you could see these from space. | Photo via Kansas City Chiefs
Last week, the Chiefs revealed their showstopping Super Bowl LVIII rings — which got us thinking: “How do these rings stack up against the bling from LVII, LIV + IV?”
That’s a rock if I’ve ever seen one. | Photo via Kansas City Chiefs
Back-to-back (LVIII)
Let’s start with our latest victory. And can we just say, these specs are pretty wild. The Chiefs’ newest ring features 529 diamonds and 38 rubies with 14.8 total carats (+ a very expensive typo). You’ll have to check out the official page for all of it’s hidden gems, but here’s a few of our favorites:
A miniature Arrowhead featuring “142.2,” a tribute to Chiefs Kingdom’s world record as the loudest fans
A tribute to the game-winning “Tom + Jerry” play, made in Coach Andy Reid’s handwriting
Just try to count its 600+ diamonds. | Photo via Kansas City Chiefs
Third time’s a charm (LVII)
Thought 500+ diamonds was impressive? Try 629 diamonds, 35 rubies, and a whopping 16.1 total carats. And that’s not to mention the personal touches:
The ring itself is shaped after a bird’s-eye view of GEHA Field + Arrowhead Stadium
Inside features Lamar Hunt’s famous quote: “Arrowhead Stadium is my favorite place on Earth.”
Financial Adulting 101 | Monday, June 17 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | $5 | Learn the fundamentals of money management, from budgeting to understanding credit scores, just like you wish you learned in high school.
Tuesday, June 18
Paint & Sip | Tuesday, June 18 | 6:30 p.m. | East Forty Brewing, 1201 W. Main St., Blue Springs, MO | $35 | No experience needed, only a desire to brush up on beer and art.
Mobile Music Box Concert | Tuesday, June 18 | 7:30 p.m. | National WWI Museum and Memorial, KCMO | Free | Bring a lawn chair + picnic basket, and enjoy this one-hour performance by a quartet comprised of symphony members.
Wednesday, June 19
REO Speedwagon | Wednesday, June 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Starlight Theatre, KCMO | $159.50 | Grab your cans of hair spray, get out those teaser combs — it’s time to relive the 80s with this classic rock band.
Thursday, June 20
The World’s Largest Swim Lesson | Thursday, June 20 | 9-11 a.m. | Mission Family Aquatic Center, 5930 W. 61st., Mission, KS | Free | Bring the kiddos so they can learn to splish splash in style.
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There was a lot going on in the city last weekend, so we understand if you couldn’t make it to one of the many fests. Lucky for you though, we absolutely did. Check out our highlight recap and relish all that (vicarious) fun.
Sports
KC to INDY to FRA. Four Kansas City swimmers made a splash at the US Olympic team tryouts last weekend. Kids from the Kansas City Tsunami traveled to Indianapolis for the experience of a lifetime and are waiting for the final roster. (KMBC)
Open
The famed Waldorf Astoria. Wait, we meant the Waldo Astoria. The new biz (220 W. 80th Ter.) is an event space and guest house rolled into one. Perfect for weddings, parties, reunions, retreats, and more — its owners are also hosting public events, like live music shows. (Inside Brookside (And Waldo))
Today Is
National Mascot Day. Thanks to all of the costumed heroes — K.C. Wolf, Slugger, Mac, and more — that keep this sports-centric city going. Let us know your favorite (and try to guess our first choice).
Closed
After three years, Shinju Sushi and Hibachi is closed at The Shops at Prarie Village. The Japanese restaurant offered no reason for the closure, but says it is “likely permanent.” (Johnson County Post)
Theater
Dive beneath the waves with Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” at Starlight from July 9 through July 14. Trust us: This beloved tale of a young mermaid who longs to be part of a world beyond her own will have you singing, dancing, and smiling. Bring your besties and grab tickets.*
Finance
Did you know you could finance your fixer-upper with home equity? You could get up to $50K with a HELOC — calculate your payment.*
Environment
♻️ Get your hands dirty
Get your hands dirty with KC metro compost services
Orange is the new green. | Photo via City of Roeland Park
The process is as simple as: subscribe, stop in, discard scraps + dump. Residents can purchase a $12.99 KC Can Compost subscription and either a five-gallon bucket or countertop container, which they pick up at Roeland Park City Hall. When full of acceptable scraps, the good stuff can get dumped off at a Price Chopper receptacle (4950 Roe Blvd.).
Not an RP resident? Don’t worry, there are plenty of KC-area businesses and nonprofits ready to take food + yard waste off your hands:
KCMO + Olathe offer free composting services with drop-off locations around the city.
I’ll be out for a few days on vacation to Denver next week. Camping, botanical gardens, great food... and a 20-hour round trip car ride to look forward to. Alas, if only my I-70 experience was brightened with the soon-to-be-built KCK Buc-cee’s.
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