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Brothers bringing Jerusalem Cafe, Chick-In Waffle, sober bar mashup to Power & Light

admin — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:00:58 +0000

The Kansas City Power & Light District is getting a new flagship venue that will combine two popular local restaurant brands and a new mocktail bar/coffee shop concept.

Brothers and second-generation restaurateurs, Dennis and Adam Alazzeh, are taking a 6,300-square-foot space at 131 E. 14th St. and — after a major renovation — plan to open the three concepts in late August or early September. (Famous Dave’s Legendary Pit Bar-B-Que had once operated in the spot, between what is now Blue Sushi and Rally House.)

UMKC pitch challenge awards $95K+ for ‘entrepreneur state of mind’ in and outside the classroom

admin — Sat, 26 Apr 2025 13:49:52 +0000

Winning $15,000 in Friday’s pitch competition at UMKC’s Regnier Venture Creation Challenge felt like the culmination of years of hard work and development, said Iyshia Sims.

“Oh my gosh, I’m just so proud of myself,” said Sims, founder of ‘Amir’acle Body Butters and More. “I felt really good after the pitch, I have pitched a lot over the years, and I’ve seen myself grow.”

How this ‘Hallmark town’ gets its country charm from a Main Street serial entrepreneur

admin — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:43:14 +0000

Editor’s note: The following story was produced through a paid partnership with MOSourceLink, which boasts a mission to help entrepreneurs and small businesses across the state of Missouri grow and succeed by providing free, easy access to the help they need — when they need it.

Community honors ‘relentless storm’ of Chicano culture (starting with its unsung women)

admin — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 21:22:57 +0000

An emotional celebration of Chicana women leaders, artists, and advocates earlier this month centered on honoring resilience and reclaiming identity — something Deanna Muñoz once felt pressured to hide.

Business on the rebound: KC entrepreneur brings platform for buying authentic jerseys back from the ice

admin — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:07:36 +0000

A new player in Kansas City is shaking up the sports memorabilia scene. Aidan Scurato is breathing new life into Rebound Jerseys, a once-dormant Canadian marketplace for hockey jerseys — transforming it into a trusted platform for buying and selling authenticated gear.

Mr K finalist reveal: Meet the 10 contenders for KC Chamber’s Small Business of the Year

admin — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 17:19:13 +0000

The KC Chamber just announced the 10 finalists for its prestigious 2025 Small Business of the Year honor — setting the stage for a two-month campaign for selected entrepreneurs that ends this summer with one company crowned the Mr. K Award winner.

This (still) ain’t luck: How a decade of grit proved these urban heroes are ‘more than just clothes’

admin — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 14:04:28 +0000

MADE MOBB’s ‘collaboration is community’ mindset takes the stage as streetwear brand named an Urban Hero

Earning the title “Urban Hero” allows the owners of MADE MOBB an opportunity to publicly give themselves flowers, they said, sharing a twist on the slogan from one of their most popular tees.

Look inside: North KC brewery adds game bar to the block (plus one of KC’s favorite sandwiches)

admin — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 19:15:57 +0000

A game bar with a vintage national park theme is coming to North Kansas City next month — with Bay Boy sandwiches packed for the short trip.

The Commons is an extension of Cinder Block Brewery at 110 E. 18th Ave.

OMG! Her gooey butter cookies saved the family home; now this KC shop is baking even more believers

admin — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:45:06 +0000

St. Louis cult favorite — gooey butter cake — serves as the springboard for a new Kansas City bakery … with a twist. It also sells gooey butter cookies.

“Gooey butter cake is a St. Louis tradition. It’s where I’m from and we have the family recipe,” said Tennille Lampe, founder of Oh My Gooey KC, which recently opened its 11119 N. Oak Trafficway specialty bakery to retail customers. “I think it is pretty rich, indulgent with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. A beloved Midwest dessert.”

Dual attractions at vineyard disc golf course bring hole-in-one for this Kansas entrepreneur trio

admin — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 11:00:48 +0000

Startland News’ Startup Road Trip series explores innovative and uncommon ideas finding success in rural America and Midwestern startup hubs outside the Kansas City metro.

EDGERTON, Kansas — A rural Douglas County family is pairing its award-winning Kansas table wine with 18 holes of disc golf and earning national recognition in the process, Christy Fuller-Flyntz shared.

Chamber showcase fills Union Station with real-life social networking for small biz owners

admin — Fri, 04 Apr 2025 20:02:44 +0000

Entrepreneur Dane Moss likes to do things a little over the top, he shared Wednesday from inside the Grand Hall at Union Station, noting that simply handing out T-shirts and koozies to event attendees simply doesn’t fit his style.

‘Never settle’: He started small, now Drue Stewart is bringing TikTok-famous food to former Westport Ale House

admin — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 17:21:44 +0000

‘Bigger, better, crazier; Never settle; The building had a dark cloud but we are going to bring new life to it’

Less than a year after opening Holy Brunch KC in Westport — and one small expansion — Drue Stewart is making an enormous leap.

Trio of early stage Kansas City startups tapped to join K-State Accelerator focused on boosting Kansas economy

admin — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 21:23:57 +0000

MANHATTAN, Kansas — Seven startups are expected to begin work this month within the K-State Accelerator, earning funds, training and resources to turn their concepts into successful Sunflower State ventures.

Three of the selected companies hail from the Kansas City area, including dScribe AI; 4D Leaders; and Rebound Jerseys.

Europe’s Latest Attacks On Free Speech And Free Elections Prove Vance’s Munich Warning Right

admin — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 10:30:00 +0000

Vance warne

The Latest Celebrity Western Status Symbol? An Actual Horse.

admin — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 21:35:09 +0000