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The team at KC2026 needs YOUR help in designing its World Cup Host City Poster! Plus: Fall Fest at Zona Rosa, CAVA opening, and new jobs!

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KC2026 Seeking Public Designs for World Cup Host City Poster
Calling all local artists! KC2026 is requesting entries to design the official FIFA World Cup 26™️ Kansas City Host City Poster.
Beautiful Game: This contest will give local artists the chance to showcase Kansas City to soccer fans from across the globe. Entrants can submit three samples of previous work, as well as a poster design sketch with a written overview of their creative vision.
Beautiful City: The contest is open to anyone over the age of 18 living in Kansas or Missouri. The total prize pool is $15,000, with a $1,000 prize for five finalists and a $10,000 grand prize for the winner. Selected artists will be announced during the first half of 2025.
Think you have what it takes? Apply here!
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Join Us This Weekend For a Fall Fest at Zona Rosa!
Ah, the smell of pumpkin spice is in the air & football returns! Plan to hit up Zona Rosa’s 3rd annual Fall Fest this Saturday.
Everything Nice: Fall Fest will feature everything from pumpkin decorating and fall-themed cocktails to bounce houses, kids' activities, live music, yard games, community partners' and tenant special offers, giveaways, and a pop-up shopping event!
Family Fun: Shop with Strawberry Swing Indie Craft Fair, which features 50+ local makers & artists in a pop-up shopping event. Then dine at one of the many food trucks, including Cousins Maine Lobster, Scimeca’s Sausage, Snow & Roast, Ragusa’s, and Wild Cactex Street Tacos.
Fall Fest is happening this Saturday, October 12th from 11am - 6pm at North Park + The Bridge at Zona Rosa.
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CAVA To Open at Merriam Grand Station Tomorrow
CAVA, the fast-casual Mediterranean eatery, will celebrate the grand opening at Merriam Grand Station tomorrow!
Fresh Casual: CAVA is one of the fastest-growing fast-casual dining chains in the country and serves up fresh, customizable bowls and pita wraps. This will be the fourth metro location (Lee’s Summit, Corbin Park, and Oak Park).
But First: Although the grand opening is technically tomorrow, CAVA is hosting a Community Day today! They will celebrate with free lunch for guests and will be accepting donations (and matching up to $1000) with proceeds benefiting Harvesters Community Food Network.
CAVA can be found at 8701 Shawnee Mission Parkway at will be open from 10:45 am to 10 pm daily. Get your tickets for free lunch at Community Day HERE.
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In Other News…
💈 Sip & Cut: Patton & Ryan Whiskey & Barber Lounge is now open in downtown Kansas City. This traditional barbershop featuring a whiskey lounge can be found at 920 Baltimore Ave Suite 200.
🏨 At The Origin: The Origin Hotel Kansas City is now open at the Berkley Riverfront! The 118-room boutique hotel sits next door to CPKC Stadium and also features farm-to-table dining at Show Pony.
🔪 Under the Knife: Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice underwent surgery to repair his LCL and will miss the remainder of the regular season.
📑 Maternal Health: UMKC and Saint Luke’s Mid-America Heart Institute are using an $8.3 million grant to lead The Hope Study, a nationwide study on maternal mortality.
🍕 Playoff Tastes: Kauffman Stadium debuted several new menu items at its concession stands in honor of the return of postseason baseball. The 13 new menu items sounded delicious, but the Pumpkin Spice Latte Pizza really piqued our interest…
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