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The totals are tallied, and 2018 Kansas City Restaurant Week (KCRW) presented by Sysco Kansas City was the most successful in the dining event’s nine-year history, raising $427,000 for three local nonprofit organizations: Kansas City Community Gardens,...

Announced this morning, the NCAA has selected Kansas City as one of eight finalist bid cities to host the 2021-2024 Women’s Final Fours. The news was released this morning by the Local Organizing Committee, comprised of Visit KC, the...

Kansas City, Mo. — With the 2017 Prudential U.S. Figure Skating Championships only 30 days away, Kansas City continues to prepare for the big event, expecting to welcome 80,000 spectators throughout the course of the 10-day event.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Nov. 22, 2016) – Kansas City Restaurant Week presented by US Foods has built a new mobile app with more interactive elements, giving users a more robust, engaging experience. The app was designed and built by local digital production...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Shriners International has selected Kansas City to host its 2020 National Convention, July 5-9, 2020. An estimated 20,000 Shriners and their ladies are expected to attend, generating 11,000 room nights and pouring nearly $18...

Since 1976, every U.S. President has officially designated February as National Black History Month. In Kansas City, area neighborhoods like the 18th & Vine Historic Jazz District provide a who’s who of some of the greatest African-American legends in...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City knows how to ring in a new year. Whether it’s with family or friends, Kansas City’s got you covered for a stellar celebration with parties of all sizes in all corners of the city.  festive season, visitors and residents...

Kansas City, Mo.—November is Native American Heritage Month. In commemoration, museums, galleries, national parks and other attractions across the country will celebrate the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans. Below is list of special area...

February is designated as National Black History Month. Recently, Lonely Planet, the global leader in travel publishing, praised KC’s “vibrant African-American community” when it named KC as of its “Top 10 U.S. Destinations for 2014.” Several area...

February is designated as National Black History Month. Several area attractions pay tribute to the contributions of African Americans this month and all year long. Below is list of special celebrations for the month and on-going exhibits that...