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Hunt family history: Huge KC developments they authored
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KC’s future is looking sunny. | Picture by @photodrifter
Major development isn’t slowing down anytime soon for the metro. May we present, Exhibit A:

A proposal for a 132-acre STAR bond district in Olathe, KS surfaced last month, but limited details left locals in the dark. Now, we know developers aim to turn Olathe Gateway — an area around 119th Street and Renner Boulevard — into a major entertainment hub.

Plans are still in the early stages, but VanTrust Real Estate’s preliminary proposal has already perked our ears:
  • 155,000-sqft sports arena with an outdoor skating rink
  • 8.5-acre theme park complete with a sensory village, train depot, and carousel
  • Six-story, 150-room hotel
  • Eight restaurant buildings
  • 30,000 sqft of retail space
And that’s just for 65 acres on the project’s southwest corner. No plans have been shared yet for the northern portion.

If you’re interested in hearing more, circle Tuesday, Sept. 17 in your calendar and attend the city council’s public hearing on the proposed district. You just might see us there.
Asked

What Kansas side development are you most excited for?
A. Mattel Adventure Park
B. Vacation Village
C. Olathe’s entertainment hub
D. OP Farmers Market revamp
No wrong answers
Events
Wednesday, Sept. 11
  • Annual Kansas City 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony | Wednesday, Sept. 11 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Mt. Olivet Cemetery | Free | Honor the victims of 9/11 at the city’s annual ceremony, with guests including Mayor Q and KCPD Chief Stacey Graves.
Thursday, Sept. 12
  • Illustrator John Hare | Thursday, Sept. 12 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Alexander Majors House & Barn | $0-$5 | Peek into the KC native’s colorful world with a live demo of his illustration techniques.
Friday, Sept. 13
  • Fall Preview Crawl | Friday, Sept. 13 | 4-7 p.m. | Zona Rosa | Free entry | Shop the latest fall styles while sipping on seasonal drinks at stores like The Babe Standard, Roots KC + Annie Austen.
  • Puppets a Glow-Go | Friday, Sept. 13-Saturday, Sept. 14 | 7:30-10 p.m. | National WWI Museum and Memorial | Free | Kansas City Aerial Arts and glow artists light up the night in an immersive parade of giant illuminated puppets.
  • Brush Creek Art Walk | Friday, Sept. 13-Sunday, Sept. 15 | Brush Creek, The Plaza to Elmwood | Free | Walk along the water and watch KC’s premiere “plein air” painting competition.
Saturday, Sept. 14
  • Hallmarket: A Hallmark Art Festival | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Crown Center Square | Explore the artistic talents of current Hallmark employees and retirees, browse their work, and enjoy live music, local vendors, and hands-on activities at this family-friendly creative event.*
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Today Is
  • September 11, also recognized as National Day of Service and Remembrance and Patriot Day. Honor local first responders at the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Arrowhead Stadium, which starts at 5 p.m. this evening — registration is still open.
Eat
  • The taco who shall not be named. Popular eatery Mission Taco Joint is now Session Taco — a rebrand that comes after grocery staple Mission Taco’s parent company sued for trademark infringement. Its new identity means new items, like baja tuna ceviche, will join the spot’s tried-and-true faves. (KCTV5)
Biz
Health
  • A $10 million donation is building a specialized cell laboratory at KU’s Cancer Center. Focusing on cellular therapeutics GMP, it will be the metro’s only lab that processes this kind of therapy — meaning shorter wait times and less expense for patients + providers. (Kansas City Business Journal)
Real Estate
  • It’s been featured on HGTV’s “Bargain Mansions” — and now it can be yours. The four bed, three bath Shawnee home was once owned by a golf club-maker for the stars and is currently listed for $1.5 million. (Kansas City Star)
Festivals
  • If you’re still working on your weekend plans, let us help you along. Giddy on up to the Wild West Bottoms Festival on Friday, Sept. 13 to shop local vendors like Virgil’s Plant Bus before stopping in Casual Animal on Sunday for a jam packed gameday lineup.
Plan Ahead
  • It’s finally time to peek inside AdventHealth Sports Park at Bluhawk. The major OP development is debuting its state-of-the-art facilities on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We’ll see you on the ice.
 
Community

Explore KC’s 100+ little free libraries

Explore Kansas City’s 70+ little free libraries and pantries
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Walk a few blocks and you’re bound to see one of these. | Photo by KCtoday
Books, food, trinkets, oh my!

You’ve probably noticed them sprout up in your neighborhood over the past few years — brightly colored, freestanding boxes dotting street corners and front lawns, offering anything from paperbacks to canned food to art completely free of charge.

These community swap spots have grown in popularity — and iterations — since the original Little Free Library’s inception in 2009. Now, you can find 150,000+ of these brightly-colored book cottages in 120 countries — not including unregistered locations or the idea’s many offshoots, like the Free Blockbuster libraries.

Itching for a new read? Have extra food to share? Lucky for you, we’ve assembled a map of all the officially listed little free libraries and pantries in the area — plus a few special selections, like City Editor Maddie’s fave: Grandview’s keychain exchange.

If you know of a local swap spot not listed, submit your pin on the map and we’ll approve it so other readers can enjoy the spoils as well.
See the full map
The Buy
We’ve found the best game watching gear for your comfiest, rowdiest, most on-theme football season yet:

🏈 This chip and dip serving set is perfect for game night.
🏈 Impress guests with this novelty football ice cube mold for cocktails.
🏈 Create an instant couch cup holder with this no-spill drink holder.
🏈 Opt for a bamboo couch arm tray to hold snacks and drinks.
🏈 Shop this “Pardon the noise, we’re okay — it’s just football season” doormat.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Madison
From the editor
This week, City Editor Charm and I are spicing up our hang out with a trip to Midtown’s newly opened Swifts Cajun Cuisine. I’m thinking its Cajun pasta with shrimp and scallops might be my winning order. Excuse the drool.
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