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Just opportunity: How this KC sports company plans to ace PickleCon’s potential
When “the Comic-Con for pickleball” arrives next month in Kansas City, Pro Athlete will have its feet firmly planted and be ready to swing at a wide array of opportunities served by the surging sport’s first major convention in the region. PickleCon debuts Aug. 8-11 in Kansas City, promising top-level competition that brings together pickleball The post Just opportunity: How this KC sports company plans to ace PickleCon’s potential appeared first on Startland News.
Mexican national indicted on drug charges following seizure of fentanyl, meth
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A federal grand jury has indicted a Mexican national in Kansas City for his involvement in a drug trafficking operation. The three-count indictment alleges Jose Feliciano Cordova Rodriguez participated in a conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine from Jan. 1 to June 22, 2024. He also faces...
Independence Shooting Leaves Two Injured
Two are injured in a shooting in Independence. Yesterday evening, Independence Police officers were dispatched to a shots fired call in the 400 block of West Locust Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered evidence indicating that a shooting had happened at the location. Officers were informed that two people had arrived at different nearby hospitals with gunshot wounds. Both victims were involved in the shooting incident at the 400 block of West Locust.
Kansas City weather: Cooler temperatures, less humidity this week
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Usually, Kansas City is bracing for one of its hottest periods on the calendar. In 2024, it will be cooler than usual. The weather will be cooler and less humid for the rest of the week, with the possibility of rain and storms this weekend.
Mind over batter: Royals praise history-making mental skills coach
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) — As the Kansas City Royals warmed up for their home game against the Guardians last month, there was a woman in the outfield shooting the breeze with them. Last season, she became the first of her kind. Melissa Lambert is the first woman and...
Mo. DNR awards $50K to Delta for wastewater system improvements
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KFVS) - The City of Delta was awarded a grant from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to evaluate the city’s wastewater system. The grant, which totals $50,000, is part of the DNR’s Clean Water Engineering Report Grant program, according to a release. This program offers funding to small communities for wastewater engineering costs incurred in preparation of a facility plan report.
Two Kansas Residents Facing Numerous Drug Charges In Benton County
Two Olathe, Kansas, residents land in the Benton County Jail after a routine traffic stop uncovers a large quantity of illegal drugs. A probable cause statement filed by the Benton County Sheriff’s Office alleges that 32-year-old Carlos Hernandez was driving erratically and had stopped twice in short order claiming he did so his dog could go to the bathroom.
J. Rieger & Co. unveils new retro-themed bourbon label in toast to club’s roots and supporters
Rieger & Co. unveiled today the Kansas City distillery’s newest commemorative bourbon label designed in collaboration with Sporting Kansas City. The limited-edition collectable 750 ml bottles feature J. Rieger & Co.’s award-winning Straight Bourbon Whiskey – a blend of four to five-year old barrels that delivers big, bright cherry on the nose followed by flavors of vanilla and oak – adorned in artistic elements from the club’s brand new third jersey to pay homage to the team’s roots as the Kansas City Wiz as well as the club’s ardent supporters culture.
Do The Right Thing: Tate Williams plans to sell his startup (but he’s not looking for an exit)
The following profile features one of five finalists for the “Do The Right Thing” social impact pitch competition organized by the KC BizCare Office, Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City and Startland News. Finalist features will be published throughout the week. Click here to vote for your favorite finalist in this Reader’s Choice poll. The The post Do The Right Thing: Tate Williams plans to sell his startup (but he’s not looking for an exit) appeared first on Startland News.
Flash Preview Night: Thursday, July 18, at KC Fringe Festival
The KC Fringe Festival, now in its 20th year, is the largest celebration of arts and culture in the Kansas City metropolitan area. This year’s festival includes over 50 productions, stunning visual arts displays, and performances by 364 talented artists from the Kansas City area and from around the globe.
Kansas City Zoo announces winning name for new baby giraffe
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Kansas City Zoo’s voting poll has concluded, and the new giraffe’s name has been chosen. “Willow” the Masai giraffe was born on June 30 at around 1:30 a.m. At birth, she weighed about 125 pounds and stood 5 feet 6 inches tall.
Boil advisory issued in Platte County community after water main break
WALDRON, Mo. (KCTV) - A broken water main is causing some extra work for people living in one area of Platte County. Anyone living in Waldron, Mo., who gets water from Consolidated Public Water Supply District One is advised to boil water used for cooking or drinking for three minutes. The water district also suggests using bottled water to brush teeth.
Texas DPS Sergeants Claim Top Honors at National Public Safety Education Competition in Kansas City
Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) officers are garnering recognition after taking home top honors at a national public safety education competition. The Uniformed Safety Education Officers Workshop (USEOW) held in Kansas City, Missouri, crowned three DPS Safety Education Service Sergeants with awards for their excellence in public safety presentations.
Sallee Development Announces Plan to Expand Housing in Five Kansas City Communities
Lee’s Summit-based Sallee Development announced its partnership with D.R. Horton to expand housing options and community development in the Kansas City region. Sallee Development and Austin, Texas-based D.R. Horton are currently working together in five communities: Woodland’s Crossing in Spring Hill, KS; Tuscany in Peculiar, MO; Traditions in Belton, MO; Alexander Creek in Raymore, MO and Bradley’s Crossing in Peculiar, MO.
Throwback! adidas x MLS Archive Collection launches with KC third jersey paying homage to Wizards era
Major League Soccer (MLS) and adidas announced today the official unveil of the adidas x MLS Archive Collection which includes the club's highly-anticipated third jersey featuring the Kansas City Wizards logo and colors in tribute to the iconic uniforms from the team's early era. Items from the adidas x MLS...
Confluence: Mural collaborators John Raux and J.T. Daniels mount an August exhibition of personal works at the Leedy-Voulkos Art Center
J.T. Daniels and John Raux in Daniels’ studio at Studios Inc. (from the artist) A blank wall does not fill on its own. An empty, white-walled gallery invites, beckons, welcomes. And like merging rivers, the forces that arrive not only transform the empty space, but also are themselves transformed in the act of coming together.
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