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The top industries and employers in Kansas City
Learn about the biggest industries and employers in the Kansas City area with this guide to local business.
September 10, 2025 01:33 PM
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Bella Rainey
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Business
Betty Rae’s Ice Cream bought by Matt Shatto of Shatto Milk Company
Betty Rae’s Ice Cream’s new owner has goals to add more stores and increase distribution, according to an announcement from the company.
May 18, 2023
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Travis Meier
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Where to celebrate Record Store Day in Kansas City
Kansas Citians, put your records on.
April 19, 2023
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Bella Rainey
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Urban Hero Awards honor 5 people making a difference downtown KC
From the outdoors to the arts, education, and food industry, these folks are “honoring of the spirit and drive of the 22 neighborhoods that make up downtown Kansas City.”
April 14, 2023
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Travis Meier
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9 spots to try wine in Kansas City
We’ll take a glass of each.
April 11, 2023
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Celebrate Pretzel Day in Kansas City
Nosh on a delicious soft pretzel — complete with your favorite toppings and dipping sauces — at one of these eateries in Kansas City.
April 6, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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What you need to know about Manor Fest 5
The music fest, hosted by Manor Records, is focused on embracing the music community in the Kansas City area, as well as in Lawrence, Kansas.
April 3, 2023
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Bella Rainey
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Events
Draw up plans for KC Design Week 2023
We’ll paint you a picture so you can conceptualize this annual celebration.
March 27, 2023
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Travis Meier
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Locally Written Books in Kansas City
Treat your shelf with these books written by local authors in Kansas City.
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