OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (AP) — Anthony Oropeza still remembers the day Travis Kelce walked into his studio at the InterUrban ArtHouse in suburban Kansas City, where some of his acrylic and mixed media works were hanging from the walls. Kelce was helping to deliver a grant for the community arts hub, and the first piece … Read more
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — If you’re looking for a unique spot for Chiefs-themed photo ops ahead of the big game, the Family Tree Nursery locations in Overland Park and Shawnee unveiled a new red KC plant display for fans to stop by and take pictures. “It’s actually arborvitae plants that have been shaped into this … Read more
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — Discourse Brewing owner Matt Britton says that he saw a need for a brewery in Johnson County. “Overland Park only has two breweries, currently for 200,000 people. There’s a great opportunity for us to grow into Overland Park and grow that market,” Britton said. Overland Park couple has 2 cars stolen … Read more
SHAWNEE, Kan. – A local barber knows what it takes to help keep Kansas City Chiefs players looking fresh for game day. The owner of a Shawnee barber shop has had several football players roll through the doors over the years needing a fresh cut. Chiefs could break out new trick plays in Super Bowl … Read more
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A local chocolatier with two stores, one in Kansas City and the other in San Francisco, is celebrating Super Bowl LVIII with a one-of-a-kind collection for both teams. At Christopher Elbow Chocolates, a new set of handcrafted gourmet chocolates is hitting store shelves just in time for the big game. Super … Read more
As The University of Kansas Health System and Liberty Hospital plug away at steps to finalize their merger, lawmakers have questioned whether the deal is legal. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey questioned the “legality” of the deal in a Jan. 25 letter, saying it requires legislative approval. His sentiments echoed complaints from Kansas and Missouri lawmakers; … Read more
OLATHE, Kan. — Honeywell plans to invest $84 million to expand its aerospace manufacturing facility in Olathe, which will bring over 150 new jobs to the area. The Olathe facility currently manufactures Honeywell’s avionics, safety and flight control systems, complex radio frequency systems for traffic collision avoidance, radar altimeters and weather radar. Evergy workers picket … Read more
OLATHE, Kan. – A couple of young entrepreneurs are scoring a little extra with the Kansas City Chiefs’ success. In doing so, they have a message for other aspiring entrepreneurs. The pair of young businesspeople have seen a boost from the Chiefs success over the last several years. They’ve poured hard work into their businesses, … Read more
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The old terminals at Kansas City International Airport are one step closer to finally coming down. The Kansas City Council on Thursday approved an approximately $17.5 million contract with St. Louis-based Spirtas Wrecking Company to demolish the old terminals. KCI Airport’s most-visited destinations without a nonstop flight While the contract is … Read more
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Chiefs say their spending has resulted in nearly $1 billion in economic impact for the region. The news comes with about two months until Jackson County votes on extending a 3/8th-cent sales tax for the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals stadium projects. Star Press Pavilion owner shows … Read more