⛲️ Light Up the Sky

Red Sky: A public lighting ceremony will take place tonight at 9pm to showcase the all-new system of 100 LED projection lights that are able to produce a variety of colors. Testing began earlier this month, showing the tower lit in red, green, and blue.

Vertical History: The 1,042-foot transmission tower was originally built in 1956 and was touted as the second-tallest freestanding structure in the world at the time. Kansas City’s “Eye-full Tower” was taller than the actual Eiffel Tower in Paris, but trailed only the Empire State Building in New York City. The tower has not been consistently lit since 2004.

Old Spirits: Long before Holladay Distillery filled its first bourbon barrel, the land it calls home was already shaping history. In 1804, Lewis and Clark charted the limestone springs that still flow through the property today. Nearly fifty years later, Kentucky native Ben Holladay purchased the land in Weston, Missouri, recognizing the springs’ value for bourbon making. In 1856, he and his brother David distilled their first batch, aging it in an ancient cave that still stands as part of Holladay tours.

Tradition in a Bottle: Nearly 170 years later, Holladay Distillery continues to craft Real Missouri Bourbon using the same limestone spring water, mash bill, and time-honored methods. This September, celebrate National Bourbon Heritage Month with a glass that honors tradition, history, and authenticity, because every day deserves to be a Holladay.

Modern Mexican: Lapez Mod Mex opened at 11563 Ash St. in the former Session Taco space, which closed in March. The kitchen will be led by Executive Chef Jason Tilford, who has helped shape the culinary scene in St. Louis for decades and will now bring his take on elevated Mexican cuisine to Kansas City.

Time to Eat: The menu at Lapez Mod Mex expands on the traditions of Latin American cuisine. You can expect dishes such as Wood Fired Vegetables, Duck Sopes, Blue Crab Tostaditas, and more. They will also feature a bar program offering craft cocktails, small-batch tequilas, artisan mezcals, wine, and local craft beer.

☘ Irish Springs: Raise a pint, shop local, dance to the music, and celebrate Irish heritage at the Excelsior Springs Irish Festival in the rolling countryside October 4-5.*

💘 Handmade Collections: The Renaissance Collection has arrived at Sierra Winter Jewelry. Shop timeless pieces with a playful, modern twist during the Brookside Sip & Shop today from 4 - 7 pm.*

🛍️ New Owner, Same Deals: The Legends Outlets in KCK has sold to Tanger Inc. in a $130 million deal. The open-air shopping center is one of the metro’s premier shopping destinations, with 93% store occupancy.

🀄️ Meet for Mahjong: The Bam Bam Room, Kansas City’s first Mahjong parlor and boutique, will celebrate its grand opening on Thursday, September 25th at 12910 State Line Road in Leawood.

🦋 Float Like a Butterfly: Wonderscope will host its annual butterfly release tomorrow (9/19) at 10am. 100 Painted Lady butterflies will be released from the Naturescape exhibit area.

🛣️ Reconnecting Roads: Earlier this week, the City of Kansas City hosted a Reconnecting the East Side Community Summit, where residents provided feedback on redefining US-71 HWY.

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