Plus, new Mediterranean bar + lounge in the Crossroads.
 
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89º | 24% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:06 a.m. | Sunset 8:42 p.m.

 
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Prime Day deals for every room in the house
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Deals this good mean it’s time for a home upgrade.  |  Graphic by 6AM City
It’s Amazon Prime Day. Lean in to some of the year’s best markdowns and grab the latest smart tech + essentials for your home.

Living Room

Ring indoor cam, $59.99 $29.99 | Get 50% off the latest generation Ring camera.

Shark AI robot vacuum, $599.00 $299.99 | A powerful, self-emptying robot vacuum.

Samsung The Frame TV, $1,645.98 $997.99 | A TV disguised as a picture frame.

Fleece blanket, $15.99 $12.79 | Get cozy in soft fleece.

Kitchen

Nugget ice maker, $214.99 $169.99 | Make up to 33 lbs of nugget ice a day.

Ninja Barista system, $249.99 $189.99 | Make coffee, espresso, and steamed milk with one machine.

SodaStream sparkling water maker, $223.28 $149.99 | The ultimate carbonated water maker.

Pyrex glass food storage containers, $41.24 $39.99 | A set of 24 dishwasher + microwave safe glass containers.

Bedroom

Conway Airmega air purifier, $229.99 $149.95 | A highly-rated air filter that traps pollen and odors.

Mushroom lamp, $34.99 $27.54 | Choose your favorite color of this bedside glass lamp.

Bathroom

Filtered shower head, $39.99 $23.99 | The best shower head for filtering out hard water.

5-pack inside shower shelves, $69.99 $19.98 | Create instant storage in your shower.

Home Office

Smart power strip, $79.99 $39.99 | Set schedules, monitor energy, and power down electronics remotely.

Two-pack USB C iPhone chargers, $49.99 $8.99 | Charge Apple devices three times faster.

Portable air conditioner, $329.99 $315.00 | Spoil yourself with cool air.

Garage

Blink outdoor camera 3-pack, $259.99 $99.99 | Get 62% off wireless smart security cameras.

Car vacuum cleaner, $129.99 $25.99 | This No. 1 bestseller in vacuums is perfect for cars.

Note: Deals are subject to change.
 
 
Events
 
Tuesday, July 16
  • Kansas City Monarchs vs. Lincoln Saltdogs | Tuesday, July 16 | 11:05 a.m. | Legends Field, 1800 Village West Pkwy., KCK | $15-$65 | Catch a daytime game + round out the afternoon with a victory lap at the Legends.
  • Tie Dye Tuesday | Tuesday, July 16 | 6:30 p.m. | Kansas City Bier Company, 310 W. 79th St., KCMO | $30-$42 | Tie dye your own KC Bier Co. shirt or hoodie and enjoy one half-liter bier + food discounts.
  • Strawberry Hill & Downtown KCK Urban Hike | Tuesday, July 16-Thursday, Aug. 1 | Splitlog Coffee Co., 548 Central Ave., KCK | $40 | Trek through KCK history on-foot to visit local vantage points, murals + landmarks like the Wyandot Burial Ground.
Wednesday, July 17
  • KCYP Summer Social | Wednesday, July 17 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Vine Street Brewing Co., 2010 Vine St., KCMO | $5-$10 | Learn about the different musical stylings in the 18th and Vine District while celebrating the one-year anniversary of Vine Street Brewing.
  • Train | Wednesday, July 17 | 7 p.m. | Starlight Theatre, KCMO | $24-$149 | Take a soul vacation to see Train’s “Summer Road Trip” tour, featuring a four ticket package for $80 flat.
Thursday, July 18
  • Christmas Expo | Thursday, July 18-Saturday, July 20 | 12-5 p.m. | Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS | $10 | If you’re serious about being the brightest house on the block, check out the expo’s exclusive stores, pro decorators + workshops.
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Wellness
 

Can’t get out of bed?

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If the idea of a walk with your dog in the park (local coffee in-hand) no longer sparks joy, keep reading. | Photo via Pexels
If the thought of grabbing a treat from Revocup or taking a stroll in Loose Park still can’t get you out of bed, you might need some support.

While Kansas City has many excellent, local mental health counselors, therapists, and resources, if you’re looking for a therapy option completely online — available in as little as 24 hours, and at a 25% off discount — BetterHelp can, well, help.

Get custom-matched with one of their 30,000+ licensed therapists.
 
News Notes
 
Coming Soon
  • From the minds behind Tannin Wine Bar comes Mineral Lounge. Located at 17th and Broadway, it will offer a laid back environment while serving Mediterranean-style small-sized bites alongside wine, cocktails + beer. Owners expect to open by the end of this month. (Kansas City Magazine)
Kids
  • Who lives in a pineapple in Kansas City? That’s right, Spongebob Squarepants. The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is celebrating the show’s 25th anniversary with an immersive exhibit. Now through Sunday, Sept. 15, your underwater explorer can enjoy activities like a scavenger hunt, marathon watching, and coloring sheets.
Sports
  • Raytown South alum Quincy Hall has had quite the amazing past few weeks. Not only did he make the US Olympic team, but, this weekend, he broke the world record in the 400 meter run. Congrats, Quincy, and keep on running. (FOX4)
Opening
  • Overland Park’s Unforked (7337 W. 119th St.) has sat closed since 2022 due to an electrical fire. Now, the spot is gearing up to reopen within the next two weeks, bringing back its American eats like fried egg BLT sandwiches + portobello mushroom burgers. (Johnson County Post)
Trending
  • ICYMI — Patrick and Brittany Mahomes announced baby number three is on the way. In the Instagram post, which has garnered over one million likes, the couple dances alongside their two little ones to Bruno Mars’ “Count On Me” while holding an ultrasound image.
Closed
  • After two years, Pizza Tascio has closed its Lawrence location. Owners say they plan to take the New York-style pizza to other KC metro spots, like the recently opened Belton location (300 N. Scott Ave.). (Kansas City Star)
Environment
  • Summer is the most active portion of ozone season. Kansas Citians can stay informed about air quality via SkyCast, a daily update that provides air quality conditions expected for the next day. Ozone Action Alerts are issued if unhealthy amounts of ground-level ozone pollution are anticipated. Sign up for free.*
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Finance
  • Have outstanding credit card debt? A new 0% intro APR credit card could help ease the pressure while you pay down your balances. Credit card experts identified this top credit card for anyone looking to pay down debt. (Plus, earn up to 20,000 miles after spending $500 in three months.)*
 
 
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❤️ We found love in a local place
In The Lowest Ferns
Plant yourself at the West Bottoms’ newest nightclub. | Photo by KCtoday
Looking for love in Kansas City? KCtoday makes the perfect sidekick, and we’ve found date ideas that will help you write your love story — whether this is the first chapter or a later page.

For the ones who want a night out on the town

Brewer’s Alley, multiple locations
Hop around the different craft breweries in the East Crossroads — we recommend iTap or Brewery Emperial for the night owls.

In The Lowest Ferns, 1105 Hickory St., KCMO
This recently opened HiFi lounge is the perfect spot to set the mood for your night out.

For the ones who like to play games (just not with your heart)

Bar Rec, 4120 Pennsylvania Ave., KCMO
With 50+ games and indoor cornhole, this Westport bar is calling all competitive couples to the floor.

DoubleTap KC, 310 Oak St., KCMO
Fight zombies or fill orders in virtual reality while chowing down on real life nachos and beer.
 
The Buy
 
A Blackstone flat top gas griddle that’s $55 off for Prime Day. Ditch the grill grates and whip up meals like eggs, pancakes, and smash burgers for the whole family using this outdoor griddle’s 28-inch flat cooking top.
 
 
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Charmaine
From the editor
As your resident Bruno Mars stan, the Mahomes news sparked the nerd in me.

Fun fact: Did you know that Bruno Mars was the world’s youngest Elvis impersonator? He started at four years old and was the most adorable little impersonator that ever impersonated.
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