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Airports and Transportation
Streetcar extension sets its opening date
Mark your calendars for Friday, Oct. 24 — we’re breaking down every stop from Union Station to UMKC.
October 14, 2025 01:15 PM
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Madison McMillen
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Travel and Outdoors
The best way to spend a rainy day in Kansas City
You don’t have to stay at home when rainy days come — keep exploring KC with these indoor activities.
August 22, 2024
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Staff
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Live
Fall 2024 weather forecast for Kansas City
Get ready for a slightly warmer season than usual.
August 20, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Travel and Outdoors
Get bike racks for free in KC
The City of KCMO will provide bike racks for free. Here’s how you can claim them.
August 16, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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City
Swope Park is getting a $4.25 million makeover
The park is one of 10 nationwide that received the federal funds.
August 9, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Sports
Who’s representing Kansas City in the Olympics
KC is well represented on the world stage at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics — these are some locals to watch.
July 24, 2024
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Madison McMillen
An aerial view of the Oceans of Fun water park in Kansas City; you can see the large wave pool filled with people, plus umbrellas and lounge chairs surrounding the pool. You can see the theme park's roller coaster and other attractions in the background.
Parks and Recreation
Makin’ a splash: Visit these water parks in Kansas City this summer
Here are a few ways to cool off around KC.
June 24, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Travel and Outdoors
Sunflower Summer lets Kansas families see attractions for free
Kansas’ app helps families be a tourist in their own state.
June 13, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
KC Savings
Tourism and Hospitality
Treat your wallet with KC Savings
Visit KC’s free passport lets you explore the city and save money at the same time.
June 3, 2024
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Charmaine Merriweather
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City
Mobility improvements are coming to a busy OP intersection
There’s a new vision for the College Metcalf Corridor that may utilize $1.35 million in public funds to make pedestrian and bicyclist traffic easier.
May 29, 2024
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Madison McMillen
The Loose Park Rose Garden
City
5 places to find peace and quiet in Kansas City
Kansas City may be loud, but there are many places Kansas Citians can go to clear their minds and escape the noise of the big city.
May 22, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Explore the KC Streetcar Stop: Armour, 35th + Main
Welcome to the sixth installment of our series about the history, food, and fun found just around the corner from the streetcar’s eight new stops.
June 24, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Business
Halls of Fame: A Century of Style, Stories, and KC Spirit
From glittering chandeliers to green ribboned boxes, Halls Department Store has shaped Kansas City shopping — and memories — for over 100 years.
June 19, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Travel and Outdoors
Your guide to beekeeping in Kansas City
What’s even sweeter than honey? Producing your own. Here’s everything you need to know about beekeeping in the Heartland.
June 17, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Culture
How to navigate our community events page
Never again wonder how to browse for cool events in our city or how to upload your own.
June 12, 2025
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City
Everything you need to know about Boulevardia 2025
Boulevardia is a day full of live music, local talent, food + drink, and celebrating the Kansas City creative community. Here’s everything you need to know to prepare for the festival — whether you’re attending or not.
June 9, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Fitness
Running clubs in Kansas City
Whether you’re staying fit or meeting new folks, these locally-operated running clubs in Kansas City offer meet-ups, community, and health-focused fun.
June 9, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Food
Take a bite out of 15+ donut shops in Kansas City
The holes in this story are meant to be there.
June 6, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Live
Your guide to Kansas City’s coffee shops
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some one of these 30+ locally-owned spots in and around Kansas City.
June 5, 2025
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City
Stretch your detective skills with KCMO’s Parcel Viewer
From trash pick-up to capital projects, the city planning resource is chalk-full of useful information — that is, if you can decipher how to use it.
June 3, 2025
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Madison McMillen
The Kansas City skyline obscured at first, before flipping to a sunny, clear view.
Fact or Fiction: You can get LASIK in less than 15 minutes.
June 2, 2025
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