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South Kansas City businesses kick off FIFA World Cup preparations
Plans to welcome 650,000 people to Kansas City are in full swing, from soccer-themed decorations and merchandise to large-scale initiatives.
Belton’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade boasts more than 40 years of tradition
Darin Jones celebrates one last St. Patrick’s Day Parade as coordinator of the annual Belton event.
Your guide to St. Patrick’s Day weekend in south Kansas City
South Kansas City will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early this weekend with parades, music, and a full lineup of Irish (or green) food and drink.
Fire reported in Birchwood Hills off I-435 & Blue River Road
The cause of the fire is under investigation by KCFD.
Bannister Road bridge closed for replacement
Road work is expected to continue until March 25th.
Have invasive pear trees? Cut them down and get a free native tree
Register March 16 – April 16 for the 2026 Callery Pear Tree Buyback with a
United Believers Community Church planning $19.5 million housing project on Hickman Mills campus
‘This is not a leap — this is the next step,’ said longtime pastor Darron Edwards.
Resolution brings Accra, Ghana closer to Sister City relationship with Kansas City
“Thank you for honoring the Ghanaian community with this proclamation,” said Dr. Cobina Lartson, who leads Ghanaians in Greater Kansas City. “It means to us that whenever we are celebrating our independence, we remember that we have friends celebrating with us. And that is Kansas City.”
South KC man reported missing, last seen at 81st & Wornall
Family is worried about Benjamin’s mental health.
Martin City area gains one business, loses two others
A high-end luxury used car dealership is on the way to Martin City while The Running Well Store and Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers are on the way out.
Traffic Calming Program, Blue Ridge improvements coming to Grandview
The Traffic Calming Program will be implemented city wide.
Plans for $4.25 million Swope Park improvements revealed to south Kansas City
The improvements are possible through a $4.25 million federal grant from the National Park Service Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership.
Two perish in multi-vehicle collision on Meyer Boulevard and 71 Hwy
A black Ford F150 was travelling northbound on the exit ramp at a high rate of speed.
City’s $2.5 billion budget for 2026-27 revealed to south Kansas City audience
The budget proposal garnered comments from the public and from the Sunrise Movement KC.
