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MLB roundup: Bobby Witt Jr. flirts with cycle in Royals' win
Jul 22, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) reacts after being hit by a pitch during the sixth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports. Bobby Witt Jr. collected three hits for the fourth consecutive game,...
New facial recognition option greets Kansas City Royals fans at stadium gates
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Fans going to Kauffman Stadium will have a new experience starting Monday, July 22. The Kansas City Royals unveiled a new system that the organization says will help get fans into the stadium quicker. It’s called MLB Go-Ahead Entry. Major League Baseball representatives spent the...
Low Prices Continue Pressure on Farm Income
Farmers are on track nationally to harvest some of their biggest corn and soybean crops ever, and the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book says the ongoing decline in commodity prices is putting farm income in questionable territory. “Regional Fed banks in Chicago and Minneapolis say the farm income outlook had...
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art has been given a unique opportunity
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is home to objects that reflect global traditions and religious beliefs. Over the next five years, with generous support from the Lilly Endowment Inc., we have been given a unique opportunity to showcase and interpret works of art in new ways through our World Religions Initiative. This strategic initiative funds exhibitions of religious artwork, including the current exhibition “Sonam Dolma Brauen: My Father’s Death” (on view through November 2024), new information and fresh wall labels in some of our most popular galleries, and dynamic programming, including our large-scale cultural festivals.
When it comes to retiring jerseys, Chiefs could find themselves in numbers crunch
The death of former Chiefs running back great Abner Haynes offered an opportunity to remember one of the franchise’s great players, perhaps the first one. Haynes was the AFL’s first MVP in 1960, when the team was known as the Dallas Texans, and he continued winning honors when founder Lamar Hunt moved the organization to Kansas City.
Ford F-150 Production Decreased In June 2024
After a bit of a rocky start due to a supplier parts issue and routine quality checks, production of the refreshed 2024 Ford F-150 steadily increased, at least initially, over the ensuing couple of months. In fact, after ramping up in March prior to the start of deliveries a month later, Ford F-150 production decreased in April, though it bounced right back in May, mitigating that drop. However, Ford F-150 production couldn’t quite sustain that pace in June.
Michael Irvin Delivered Stern Warning To Travis Kelce Ahead Of Chiefs’ 3-peat Chase
Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs have started training camp for the upcoming 2024 NFL season and begin their journey for a Super Bowl three-peat. Former Dallas Cowboys star wide receiver Michael Irvin knows a thing or two about chasing three straight rings, winning two consecutive in the ...
Jury: Woman guilty in drug deal death of Kansas teen
JOHNSON COUNTY —A Kansas woman accused of a deadly overdose death is guilty, according to a jury in Johnson County. Last week, a jury convicted 48-year-old Trina L. Golden of distribution of drugs causing death and use of a communication facility during a drug felony, according to Johnson County District Attorney Steve Howe.
Monday training camp notebook: Nick Bolton content to play out final year of his contract
Linebacker Nick Bolton is back at training camp in St. Joseph, beginning what will be the fourth and final year of his rookie contract with the Kansas City Chiefs. Time flies when you’re having fun — and the former 2021 second-rounder out of the University of Missouri has had a lot of it. During his rookie season, Bolton learned under the tutelage of former MIKE linebacker Anthony Hitchens.
Beating the heat: Households without air conditioning seek assistance
At 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday, cars began to file into the parking lot of Westlake ACE Hardware in Independence for a chance to get a free box fan from the Salvation Army. The event was set to begin at 8 a.m. But by 6:30 a.m., the parking lot was so full that volunteers decided to start handing out fans 90 minutes early.
Chiefs Coach Says Key Position Battle is 'Wide Open' as Practices Kick Off
The two-time Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs had a major shakeup in their secondary this offseason as standout cornerback L’Jarius Snead was surprisingly traded to the Tennessee Titans. Snead has developed into one of the better cornerbacks in the NFL over the last couple of years and took...
Hy-Vee to host event for small-business owners in Kansas City in September
Hy-Vee Inc. announced that it will host the OpportUNITY Inclusive Business Summit in Kansas City in September. The event aims to provide small business owners with learning opportunities and resources from Hy-Vee and other local business leaders. The summit, which is free and open to the public, will be held Sept.12 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. The event will include a live pitch competition for minority- and women-owned businesses, from which 15 finalists will be selected to compete for up to $50,000 in cash investments from Hy-Vee. Those interested in participating in the pitch competition can learn more and apply on the event page.
Patrick Mahomes Used Six Words To Sum Up Bobby Witt Jr.'s Unreal Night
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are busy preparing for the 2024 NFL season, with the reigning Super Bowl champions at Missouri Western State University for their training camp. Mahomes, however, still finds time to follow his favorite athletes, including Kansas City Royals All-Star ...
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