While different pockets of the Kansas City area are reporting varying sales numbers, many businesses in Johnson County are seeing an uptick.
The amount the World Cup has positively impacted businesses depends on whom you ask. But on the whole, it appears several shops — though not all — in the Johnson County suburbs are seeing an increase.
‘Really, really good’
Some spots — like Revel Sports Tavern in Overland Park — prepared extensively for the World Cup. Owner Danney Elmore said he’s been laying the groundwork for months, reaching out to the fan groups of several countries, posting on Facebook pages and advertising as much as possible.
He’s seen business increase 17% week over week…