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Sports

Seeing Green in the Red Kingdom: What Are the Chiefs Worth?

For the first time in franchise history, the Kansas City Chiefs are valued at over $5 billion, according to Sportico.

• Lots of Zeros: The Chiefs’ valuation is $5.43 billion, up 20% from last year. Despite back-to-back Super Bowls and international superstar players like Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, the team still only ranks No. 18 out of 32 NFL teams.

• Seeing Green: With the franchise being such an important asset to the local economy, it’s no wonder there is a competition between Kansas and Missouri to provide a future home for the Chiefs. In fact, it was just announced that Jackson County voters will see a Chiefs-only sales tax question on the November ballot.

For those wondering, the Dallas Cowboys top the list with a 2024 valuation of $10.32 billion. 💰

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Development

Demolition Begins to Transform Hillcrest Golf Club

Demolition is underway as Hillcrest Golf Club in southeast Kansas City prepares for a $30 million renovation.

• Welcome to the Club: The 157-acre site is owned by 635 Holdings LLC, led by Sporting Kansas City co-owner Robb Heineman. Demolition began last month to convert the course into a private club.

• Long Drive & Long History: Hillcrest Golf Club opened in 1916, and is now Missouri’s only remaining course designed by renowned golf architect Donald Ross. Heineman says that after the renovations, the goal is for Hillcrest to be a “top 100 golf course in the country”.

The course hopes to have a grand reopening in the spring of 2026.

Food and Drink

Force of Nature Brewing is Now Open in DeSoto

Force of Nature Brewing celebrated its grand opening in downtown DeSoto on August 8th.

• All Natural: Lindsay and Alex Waller are the minds behind Force of Nature, and focus on brewing beers combining the flavors and aromas of medicinal herbs. Their new brewery at 33015 W 83rd St. is the first craft brewery in DeSoto.

• On Tap: The beer menu features unique combinations such as the Equinox; a classic German pilsner enhanced with elderberry syrup and the Nor’easter, a hazy IPA infused with lemongrass and mandarina lemon balm.

Force of Nature is open Monday - Thursday from 11-8 and Friday - Saturday from 11-9.

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In Other News…

• 🧵 Local Makers: Get ready for Hallmarket, a FREE, family-friendly, creative event showcases the artistic talents of current Hallmark employees and retirees on September 14th at Crown Center Square.*

• 🍷 The WINE on the Bus: Register now for Saturday’s Trolley Wine Tour in Excelsior Springs, which includes brunch, dessert, three full wine-tasting experiences, and a souvenir tote!*

• 🏈 Mr. Popular: A new study by FlashPicks found that Travis Kelce is the most-searched for player in 49 states with over 4.75 million Google searches every month!

• 🚧 Pardon our Mess: The Kopje area in the Africa section of the Kansas City zoo is now closed for construction as crews prepare for improvements.

• 💸 Batter Up: The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum is among 11 local organizations that will split $15.4 million in Central City Economic Development funds.

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