⚡ Wyandotte County Utility & Infrastructure Jobs Paying Up to $43/hr
Wyandotte County’s infrastructure sector is buzzing with opportunity right now. If you’ve got technical skills and like keeping big systems running smoothly, these full‑time roles could be a great fit.
Former Johnson County Italian restaurant will become ‘fresh-Mex’ taco spot
A former Leawood Italian restaurant will be transformed into a taco and margarita restaurant. Local Lime — an Arkansas-based “fresh-Mex” restaurant — will open a spot at 5005 W. 117th St., in the former home of Bravo! Italian Kitchen. This will be the fourth spot in the country and first in the KC metro. If all goes...
Liquor Bottle Ban: New report warns of $130M economic hit, dozens of store closures
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A new report warns that Kansas City’s proposed mini-bottle ban could cost the city $130 million and eliminate more than 1,000 jobs. Kansas City-based consulting firm Tripp Umbach released the assessment - titled Economic and Social Impacts of the Kansas City Small Bottle Sales Ordinance.
Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Indiana, Kansas, Nebraska Multi Day Severe Weather Threat Builds From Chicago...
DES MOINES, IOWA — A broad and potentially impactful severe weather pattern is setting up across the Midwest, with multiple states including Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Indiana, Kansas, and Nebraska facing an extended stretch of storm chances from Wednesday through Sunday. Large Severe Weather Zone Centered Across Iowa...
Why is Kansas City cutting down trees in Penn Valley Park? What’s going on
It may seem counterintuitive to think trees and parks don’t mix. But some trees don’t. Recent visitors to the west side of Kansas City’s Penn Valley Park, just south of the pond — between Penn Valley Drive and Penn Drive — may have noticed a stand of trees no longer standing. The trees, lining the base of the ravine...
Two Kansas City men found guilty of criminal contempt
Two Kansas City men were found guilty of criminal contempt following a six-day bench trial that examined their compliance with court-ordered financial disclosure requirements tied to a civil enforcement action. Charles Floyd Anderson, 81, and his attorney, Robert Pete Smith, 80, were convicted by U.S. District Judge...
Family seeks second chance for 7-month-old denied liver transplant
A Kearney, Missouri, family is holding onto hope after their 7-month-old was taken off the transplant list. His parents are fighting for their son's survival.
Jackson Co. Exec. creates task force to study future of Truman Sports Complex
Jackson County Executive Phil LeVota announced Thursday a new task force that will study options for the future of the Truman Sports Complex.
Kansas City’s Hidden Wonder: Inside the World’s Largest Heart-Shaped Forest
The 8-acre natural landmark you've never heard of is branching out – with our help. The world may not see us as a leading hiking destination, but we definitely have a heart for nature. Kansas City is home to the world’s largest heart-shaped forest. Located on eight acres near Kansas City International Airport, Heart...
Wendy’s Manager Allegedly Shot Dad Picking Up Dinner for Family After Drive-Thru Argument
Ronnell Agee/Facebook Getting food from a fast-food drive-thru should be easy and painless, yet somehow, people find a way to make it miserable. We totally understand that the customer isn’t always right but neither is the employee. There are always two sides to every story, and we should all treat each other...
