⛲️ New Heights

New Heights: The latest rendering (pictured above) shows the Plaza as viewed from atop the already-approved 275-foot-tall building planned for the three-acre western edge lot where Nordstrom was once planned. The rendering also shows multiple 150-200-foot buildings that don’t currently exist.

Plaza 2.0: Gillon Property Group's 15-year plan includes approximately 1.7 million square feet of commercial and retail redevelopment, 750 new residential units, and 278 hotel rooms. The Dallas-based group aims to add significant density to the once-thriving “Crown Jewel” of Kansas City.

Northern Lights: The free event at North Park features a special musical performance by Clardy Elementary Choir at 4pm, The Rink at Zona Rosa open for skating under the lights, food trucks including Scimeca's sausage, 451 Pizza, Wild Cactex Street Tacos, and Brew Haha Coffeehouse, plus community sponsor and tenant booths.

Holiday Cheer: The annual lighting ceremony also features the historic holiday crowns and the Grand Christmas Tree! While admission is free, organizers are collecting rice side donations (boxes, bags, or packets) for Feed Northland Kids.

Any Way You Slice It: The space at 7956 Lee Blvd. currently serves as a holiday pop-up, where customers can pick up online orders. Mo Pie will continue popping up at Farmers Markets throughout the metro until the storefront opens its doors.

Holiday Desserts: Owner Curt Lafferty is no stranger to pie. He worked for Tippin’s Pies for nearly 20 years before opening Mo Pie in 2020. His holiday pies will include Chocolate Bourbon Pecan, Pumpkin, French Silk, and Chocolate Peppermint for Christmas.

Simple Building: The program gives residents free access to a catalog of pre-reviewed plans for things like single-family homes, cottages, and duplexes. All are designed to blend seamlessly into existing neighborhoods. Remind anyone of the old Sears Kit Home Catalogs?

Fast & Easy: To get started, applicants choose a plan, submit the required worksheets and plot plan, then apply for a permit. Because the designs are already vetted by the city’s building safety team, permit review is faster, and the city even waives building permit fees.

🛍️ Special Shopping: TONIGHT is the first-ever VIP Shopping Night at the Holiday Boutique! From 5-9pm, get exclusive access (without dodging strollers or wagons!) to shop the region’s largest holiday shopping event at the Overland Park Convention Center.*

😢 Flying Out: Corvino announced it will close its doors after nine years in the Crossroads. The final supper will be held on New Year’s Eve on December 31.

🎩 Bah Humbug!: The Kansas City Repertory Theatre presents A Christmas Carol 2025 at the Spencer Theater. The holiday classic takes the stage from November 22 to December 27.

📚 Lunch Over Books: Have you heard of The Book Club in Mission? The cozy spot from the owners of Truly Madly Depot offers a bookstore, cafe, and coffee shop all under one roof at 5735 Johnson Drive.

📉 Price Drop: According to a new report from Zillow, home values in KCMO have declined by an average of 46.1% over the past year, with 1.6% of new listings priced below the last sale value.

🏗️ Big in Belton: On Monday, Belton Mayor Norman Larkey revealed a new development that will feature 600 new homes, a family-focused entertainment venue, and 80,000 square feet of new retail and restaurants.

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