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Signed, Sealed and Delivered: 12th Street Post Writes A Love Letter to Local Makers

A collective of creatives and small businesses nestled in the heart of the West Bottoms brings new life and energy to supporting local.

Makers & DoersWeston OwenApril 3, 2023Things to Do & See, Things to Do, Kansas City, Local, Weston Owen, LGBTQ+, Shopping, Shop local, West Bottoms, Plants

A Rendezvous to Remember — Introducing Voo Lounge

A stunning piano and cocktail bar breathes new life into an all-but-forgotten lounge of Hotel Muehlebach.

Food & DrinkWeston OwenFebruary 13, 2023Things to Do & See, Things to Do, Kansas City, Local, Food, Restaurants, Restaurant, Food and Drinks, Weston Owen, Bars, Cocktails, Speakeasy, Live music, Mixology, Downtown

It’s Nice to Meet You — Introducing Enchanté

One of Kansas City’s newest bakeries brings Paris, pastries and perfection to the plains.

Food & DrinkWeston OwenJanuary 30, 2023Things to Do & See, Things to Do, Kansas City, Local, Food, Restaurants, Restaurant, Food and Drinks, Cheval, Weston Owen, French, French food, Bakery, Cakes, Baking

Exploring Cheval: A Parisian Escape in Downtown Kansas City

One of Kansas City’s newest cocktail lounges offers an elevated French experience in our own backyard.

Travel & Tourism, Food & DrinkWeston OwenDecember 6, 2022Things to Do & See, Things to Do, Kansas City, Local, Palestine, Food, Restaurants, Restaurant, Food and Drinks, Bars, Cocktails, Cheval, Weston Owen, French, French food

Exploring Ludo’s - Keep Your Biscuits Out of the Kitchen

Kansas City’s cool new retro lounge boasts shuffleboard, pinball, and feel-good vibes.

Travel & Tourism, Food & DrinkWeston OwenMay 2, 2022Weston Owen, Tourism, Things to Do & See, Things to Do, Kansas City, Artists, Local, Made in KC, Drinking, Beer, Bars, Shuffleboard, Ludo's, Midtown

Exploring Lenexa’s Made in KC Marketplace

The newest addition to Lenexa City Center offers a unique MIKC experience and fun for everyone.

Travel & Tourism, Food & DrinkWeston OwenApril 11, 2022Weston Owen, Tourism, Things to Do & See, Things to Do, Kansas City, Artists, Local, Lenexa, Made in KC, Cafe, Coffee, Drinking, Beer

Creating Community through Art, One Heart at a Time

The Parade of Hearts showcases regional artistic talent while strengthening industries most affected by the pandemic.

Travel & TourismWeston OwenMarch 17, 2022Weston Owen, Country Club Plaza, Tourism, Art, Things to Do & See, Things to Do, Kansas City, Artists, Local

Shout It from the Rooftop: Exploring Kansas City’s Newest Cocktail Lounge

An elevated experience– literally and figuratively– at Prime Social.

Food & DrinkWeston OwenJanuary 4, 2022Food and Drinks, Weston Owen, Cocktails, Craft cocktails, Drinking, Bars, Country Club Plaza, Plaza, Drinks, Rooftop, Nightlife

Nestled in Nostalgia: Introducing Nighthawk

One of Kansas City’s newest multi-faceted music venues offers exciting energy for everyone.

Food & DrinkWeston OwenDecember 20, 2021Food and Drinks, Weston Owen, Cocktails, Craft cocktails, Drinking, Bars, Downtown, Hotel Kansas City, Hotel, Live Music, Nightlife

High Voltage: Generating Sparks at Electric Park

Sparks are flying at Rieger Distillery’s new Electric Park.

Food & DrinkWeston OwenOctober 19, 2021Food and Drinks, Weston Owen, Cocktails, Craft cocktails, Drinking, Patios, Electric Park, East Bottoms, West Bottoms, Rieger, Alyssa Broadus

Wandering Downtown and Underground: Experiencing Swordfish Tom’s

Charm and intrigue seep through every corner of the Crossroad’s most secretive bar.

Food & DrinkWeston OwenOctober 1, 2021Food and Drinks, Weston Owen, Cocktails, Craft cocktails, Crossroads

Profile: 9th & State

Discover the latest hangout to capture our hearts in the West Bottoms

Food & DrinkWeston OwenSeptember 1, 2021Food and Drinks, Weston Owen, Profiles, West Bottoms, Cocktails, Craft cocktails

(West) Bottoms Up!

Raising a Glass to the West Bottoms Whiskey Company.

Food & DrinkWeston OwenJune 15, 2021Food and Drinks, Weston Owen, Whiskey, Distillery, West Bottoms

A Letter of Gratitude to Lead Bank

It’s difficult to accurately describe the importance of a strong banking relationship over the past year: but we are so thankful for Lead Bank.

PartnershipsTyler EndersDecember 7, 2020Small Business, 2020, Weston Owen, Lead Bank

Small Business Resilience

Neighborhoods Editor Weston Owen put pen to paper, thanking our small businesses.

Makers & Doers, Travel & TourismWeston OwenDecember 4, 2020Small Business, 2020, Weston Owen

Party Arty: Night of the Shining Sun

Descend into the Valley of the Queens at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.

Food & Drink, GuidesWeston OwenJanuary 16, 2020Drinks, Things to Do & See, Art, Kemper Museum, Museums, Guide, Weston Owen

All Aboard! Exploring Downtown on the KC Streetcar

Ride the rails with our neighborhood editor Weston Owen and explore a few of the best spots along the streetcar line.

Guides, Food & Drink, Travel & TourismWeston OwenDecember 12, 2019Guide, Guides, Weston Owen

Profile: Plaza Academy

Located in Old Westport, Plaza Academy was established in 1974 and makes its home in an unassuming building that many may drive by without a second thought– but as the saying goes, never judge a book by its cover.

Makers & DoersWeston OwenDecember 5, 2019Profiles, Interviews, Nonprofit, Anna Petrow, Weston Owen

Holiday Speakeasy Guide

While it may be getting chilly outside, there are plenty of cozy speakeasy-style bars around town to keep you warm and cheerful.

Guides, Food & DrinkWeston OwenNovember 27, 2019Guide, Holiday, Food and Drinks, Drinks, Weston Owen

Curious and Curiouser: Exploring The Fall

Tumble down the rabbit hole and discover one of Kansas City’s newest themed bars with Neighborhoods Editor Weston Owen.

Food & DrinkWeston OwenOctober 22, 2019Food and Drinks, Weston Owen, Speakeasy, Bars