Fit for a KC Queen (or Monarch, or Crown, or...) | Photo by KCtoday
Just last week, we shared the rumors surrounding the WNBA’s impending expansion to Golden State, Portland + Toronto by 2026 — but its commissioner is shooting for one more.KC Sports Commission’s Kathy Nelson + Mayor Quinton Lucas were quick to throw T-Mobile Center in the ring, calling Kansas City “the perfect place” for a new pro team.
Talks are already underway between KC Current owners, Angie and Chris Long + Brittany and Patrick Mahomes, and the WNBA about owning an expansion team that would call T-Mobile Center home. This makes Kansas City one of ~15 “legitimate” bidders for a new franchise.
If there’s one thing we know for certain, it’s that our small-market sports city can make room in its heart (and closet) for another pro team. With one of its potential owners locked in to largest contract in NFL history, we’re also not too worried about it fitting in the budget.
While the ball is in the WNBA’s court now, we passed the question to our social followers to see what they’d name our new dream team:
“Kansas City Majesty 👑 Continues with the royalty names of KC teams: Royals, Chiefs, Monarchs, Kings, etc. and Majesty is such a fitting WNBA name.” — @samuel_wolfiejr
“We got the Chiefs, Royals, our former NBA team was the Kings, we got the Monarchs. I feel like the Kansas City Queens is only fitting 👑.” — @domohampton
“The Current have been super successful eschewing that naming convention [...] maybe something outside the box like ‘the Smoke’ in reference to our culture of bbq and smoked meats.” — @chefskissdotgif
Ready to root for another Kansas City pro team? Break out your clipboard and let us know what you’d like to see from a potential WNBA team in KC.
Events
Events
Monday, Nov. 4
Animal Crossing™: New Horizons Aquarium Tour | Saturday, Nov. 2-Thursday, Dec. 19 | Times vary | SEA LIFE Aquarium Kansas City | $19.99+ | Animal Crossing fans can snap a pic with familiar characters, participate in an IRL stamp rally, shop exclusive merch, and earn 100 My Nintendo Platinum Points.
Winter Magic | Saturday, Nov. 2-Sunday, Jan. 5 | Times vary | Platte Purchase Park | $20+ | It’s time! The lights are on at one of KC’s biggest drive-thru holiday experiences, now located in the Northland.
Tuesday, Nov. 5
Holidays at the Belger Crane Yard Gallery | Times vary | 2011 Tracy Ave. | Cost of purchase | Over 80 artists from across the country have crafted unique pieces for the holiday season that make the perfect gifts for family and friends.
Wednesday, Nov. 6
Science Happy Hour: Science of Bier | 5:30 p.m. | 5801 W. 135th St., Overland Park | $0+ | Arrive early for drinks, before settling in to her Kansas City Bier Company owner Steve Holle share the fascinating science behind every sip.
2024 Art in the Loop Closing Reception | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Kansas City Public Library | Free with RSVP | Celebrate the 11th season of this curated outdoor exhibition with a reception, illustrated review, and reflection on this year’s entries.
Thursday, Nov. 7
First Thursdays | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. | Historic Downtown Liberty | Cost of purchase | Shop and stroll the festive downtown for a chance to win $100+ in gift cards.
Friday, Nov. 8
Opening Day at Crown Center Ice Terrace | 6-9 a.m. | Crown Center | Free | Celebrate the first day of the season at KC’s original public, outdoor ice rink with an early morning skate session and complimentary hot chocolate.
Score a free ride to the polls tomorrow, one of three ways: use KCMO’s on-demand transit app IRIS, redeem promo codes for Ride KC BIKE + BIRD scooters, or hop on an always-free KCATA bus. Be safe, and don’t forget to check the 2024 KC Voter Guide.
Biz
While the $92 million AdventHealth Sports Park at BluHawk may have just opened, its developers are already planning what’s next. The major youth sports complex will see Phase 2 construction — adding three hotels, a second ice rink, 40,000-sqft of turf, mini golf + 12 pickleball courts — starting spring 2025. (KCBJ)
Travel
Now boarding. Beginning June 2025, Southwest will offer new nonstop service to KCI’s top underserved desination: Jacksonville, FL. Check schedules + fares for the weekly Saturday-only service.
Trending
While ~133,000 residents moved away, 143,688 out-of-staters migrated to Missouri in 2023. According to US Census data, Kansas, Illinois, Texas, California, and Arkansas were the top five MO migration states. In that same time, 18,573 Missourians made their way across state lines to Kansas. (Kansas City Star)
Closed
All but two area Applebee’s (Blue Springs and Gladstone) are permanently closed. No explanation has been given by their local franchisee, but the company president commented on its “financial circumstances.” Until 2015, the casual dining chain was headquartered in Kansas City. (Kansas City Star)
Travel
If you’re currently sitting at KCI because your flight was canceled — we actually have good news. A new rule in the US just went into effect, and it requires airlines to automatically give you a full refund for canceled + significantly delayed flights. No refund request required.
Home
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The Buy
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Need to get rid of the decomposing pumpkins on your front steps? Check out our guides to composting in KC — or, if your house is like mine, let the squirrels have their way.
