⛲️ One Story Ends, Another Begins

Scratch That: Neighboring restaurant Scratch Gourmet Kitchen moved into the space on Sunday, nearly tripling its indoor dining capacity. Executive Chef Mitchell Fetterling, a KC native with Michelin Star restaurant experience, will debut a new spring menu alongside an expanded cocktail menu.

End of the Story: Story opened in 2011, winning many awards during its 15-year run. Chef Carl Thorne-Thomsen was named a James Beard semifinalist for Best Chef: Midwest twice, as well as Food & Wine’s Best New Chef in 2014.

Cold Nights, Hot Country: Church’s stop in Kansas City is a part of his Free the Machine Tour, on the heels of the May 2nd release of his ninth studio album, Evangeline vs. The Machine. He will be joined on stage with special guest 49 Winchester, for a show that Rolling Stone described as “dazzling, challenging, and a masterwork,”

Take Me to Church: Tickets are on sale now, but we are giving away two free tickets over on our Instagram. Go enter for a chance to see the 10-time GRAMMY nominee take the stage in downtown Kansas City!

History 4 Free: This partnership has drawn more than 50,000 visitors to the museum during February since it began, with the Royals Foundation contributing over $435,000 in support of the museum's mission. The initiative encourages more people to visit and learn about the courageous athletes and rich history of the Negro Leagues.

Extra Innings: To accommodate anticipated demand, the museum will be open Mondays in February from 10am-5pm (except Presidents' Day, Feb. 16, when hours are 10am-2pm). The NLBM will also open at 9am every Wednesday throughout the month. Regular hours remain Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday noon-5pm.

🌲 Staycation, Anyone?: A historic KC escape reimagined. Relax at Ev Lodge with a sauna, cold plunge, hot tub, and room for your crew. Use code KCDAILY for 10% off your booking through March 31st!*

🥙 Meet at Meddy’s: Wichita-based Mediterranean restaurant Meddy’s is planning to open its fifth KC metro location near the Aspiria Campus (115th & Nall) in Overland Park.

🍦 I Scream, Lee’s Scream: Betty Rae’s will celebrate the grand opening of its second Lee’s Summit Location this weekend at 1636 SE Blue Parkway. Free ice cream, toppings, giveaways, and chances to win free ice cream for a year!

💰 Big Bets, Small Returns: Missouri's first month of legal sports betting saw $543 million wagered but resulted in a $20.8 million net loss due to over $125 million in promotional free-play offers. The state still collected $8 million in revenue.

🏗️ Royal Restart: Last week, Wyandotte County approved key funding for the $375 million American Royal project in KCK. Construction had been stalled since the spring of 2025.

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