Beep, beep, beep. That’s the sound of our digital forklift delivering some changes. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be putting on a fresh coat of paint — and as with all projects, we anticipate a few bumps along the way. Heads up: We’ll be delivering the same news and events you love from KCtoday weekly on Thursdays through October. In the meantime, we welcome your feedback and appreciate your patience.
Are you raking in the leaves?
Fall leaves are gorgeous, but they gotta go somewhere. | Photo by Mike Day Photography
Get your neighborhood in gear — Kansas City runs leaf + brush collections each in spring and fall, following your regular trash day.
Upcoming rounds:
South: Oct. 20-24
North: Oct. 27-31
How to prep your piles:
Use only paper lawn‑debris sacks, max 40 lbs each, sealed with masking tape
Bundle branches (no more than 4 ft long or 2 ft in diameter), tied with twine or jute
Place sacks + bundles at the curb by 7 a.m. on your trash day
Limit: 20 sacks + bundles per household
Questions or missed collection? Just call 311 the next business day.
🏈 Have you been to this Chiefs watch party spot yet?
Presented by Tin Roof Kansas City
Known for live music, crave-worthy eats, and a patio perfect for late-night hangs, it’s the ultimate party spot. | Photos provided by Tin Roof Kansas City
$35 party platters, $25 pitchers, $0 cover, and Travis + Tay on the big screen: That’s what goes down every Chiefs gameday at Tin Roof in the heart of Westport.
Text the group chat and hit the patio for “better than bar food” (including their famous wings), the two stages featuring live bands + DJs, and daily drink specials (as low as $2 on weekdays).
From happy hour to last call, the vibe never quits.
Goodwill plans to demolish its century-old headquarters in the East Crossroads area. Built in 1923, the currently vacant building historically served as a classroom, cafeteria, and warehouse. (Kansas City Business Journal)
Active
The Bluhawk campus is set to introduce several new features next year. Starting in late 2026, the youth sports park will add a playground, mini golf course, pickleball courts, and a Holiday Inn Express. (Kansas City Business Journal)
Try This
Masks and mythology. That’s what the annual Kansas City Japan Festival will offer on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Johnson County Community College. Tickets are $25.
Festival
The Heartland Book Festival is back Friday, Oct. 10, and Saturday, Oct. 11 — and it’s bigger than ever. Think: Bestselling authors, creative workshops, live art, food trucks, and more. The best part? It’s all free. Reserve your spot.*
In case you missed it, Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny is set to headline Super Bowl LX’s halftime show. The big game is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California — until then, we’ll keep cheering on the Chiefs. (Variety)
Read
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Biz
If you’re wondering how you’re going to find someone stellar to fill your job opening, we can help. With our Job Board, you can post your listing for free and score a new employee in your community. It’s quick and easy — try it.
The Buy
The Buy
Your favorite Nordstrom fall fashion essential. Sometimes, just one great new piece can update what’s already in your closet from last year. We’re eyeing:
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
After its 1990s restoration, which of Union Station’s features is entirely replicated/not original?
Just under 45% of our readers knew its roof had to be entirely replaced with replica concrete tiles, each weighing ~200 lbs.
This is what Union Station looked like in 1999.
Photo by @unionstationkc.
But the massive chandeliers, tiled roof, and Indiana limestone exterior? All OG, baby.
The Wrap
The Wrap
I love that this year’s Japan Festival theme is “Masks and Myths.” I’ve been making an effort to do more things with my daughter that celebrate our Japanese heritage.
She’s a little young for it, but I think she’d get a kick out of making a cat mask.
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