Emilie’s French Teas // Photo by Sarah Sipple Among the chatter of romantic love this month, may I suggest a fitting spot for some self-love? Emilie’s French Teas, along with Centered Spirit Holistic Center, have transformed a former bridal store in Waldo into a serene tea room and healers space. Every warm detail beckons you to relax, unplug, and slow…
Sen. Nick Schroer, R-O’Fallon, expresses his concerns about public school bathrooms in the Senate Education and Workforce Development Committee meeting Tuesday (Annelise Hanshaw/Missouri Independent). Missouri lawmakers have heard hours of heated testimony at two hearings in the last week over bills aiming to regulate intoxicating hemp products that get people high the same as marijuana. Currently there’s no state or…
Explosions in the Sky. // photo by Andrew Dodderidge Munaf Rayani said something very interesting at the end of Explosions in the Sky’s wordless and commentless 80-minute set at The Truman on Tuesday night. “You did this. We wouldn’t have been able to do this without you.” It’s something you don’t really reflect on when you go to shows, but…
Morris Day and the Time. // photo by Allison Scavo Morris Day and the Time with Jass The Uptown Friday, February 9 There’s a reason this hit funk rock band has been in movies, quoted, shouted, and praised throughout the years. Having originated in Minneapolis, both Morris and Jellybean Johnson grew up, and played, with none other than Prince himself….
Magic City Hippies. // photo by Kylee Gregg Magic City Hippies The Madrid Wednesday, February 7 Miami’s “alt-pop psych-funk party starters” Magic City Hippies brought their tour in support of 2022’s Water Your Garden to the Madrid last Wednesday and it was, indeed, a party. Our photographer Kylee Gregg was their to capture all the action. Categories: Music Tags: magic city…
Chiefs Super Bowl Parade 2022 The Chiefs are bringing home yet another Super Bowl trophy for Kansas City this year, leaving only one way to conclude the 2023-24 NFL season: a big ‘ole bad-ass parade. In celebration of their victory, The City of Kansas City, Kansas City Sports Commission, and the Kansas City Chiefs invite all fans out for a…
A Dunkin’ Donuts commercial that Matt Damon seems nonplussed about participating in. Facts are facts—games like yesterday’s epic, nail-biter win were probably the reason defibrillators were invented. But, if you’re like me, you don’t watch the big game for the athleticism, rivalries, and team tenacity—you probably watch it for the must-see entertainment. The commercials, the celeb cutaways, streakers, and other…
Neck Deep. // photo by Haley Mullenix A “Sold out AF” show at The Truman here in Kansas City is of course always a great time, but make it a “Sold out AF pop-punk show” and now we’re talking! With a lineup of bands who traveled thousands of miles to be here, there was a TON of wild energy buzzing…
A Vignettes assortment. // Courtesy photo If you follow the local cocktail scene, you’ve likely seen photos of the pop-culture-infused pop-ups by Vignettes. Most recently, the North Kansas City bar played host to “Winter of Wizardry,” featuring drinks, decorations, and even a magical mystery game, all inspired by a certain school for witchcraft and wizardry. Edward Schmalz, Vignettes’ operating owner,…
Sen. Caryn Tyson, R-Parker, sits at her desk on the floor of the Kansas Senate in 2023. She was angered by footage in a documentary broadcast on PBS. // Photo by Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector When Republican state Sen. Caryn Tyson denounced a public broadcasting program and called for eliminating all funding for Kansas PBS stations, one important detail was missing….
The Pitch has partnered with a local political awareness organization called Loud Light. Their goal is to engage and empower individuals from underrepresented populations to build community power. And impact decision-makers. Each week of the year that the Kansas statehouse is in session, they release a short video recapping what the legislature is up to. Knowing the nitty-gritty of what’s happening with your…
Pedro Morales. // Courtesy photo You name it, and Pedro Morales will frame it. No, seriously. Just ask him. Morales, who owns Quality Framing and Art, has been a professional framer for more than two decades. His storefront in Mission is teeming with his handiwork, everything from glorious fine art prints to massive family portraits. “I moved to the USA…
Sen. Mary Elizabeth Coleman enters the Missouri Senate on the first day of the 2023 legislative session. (Annelise Hanshaw/Missouri Independent) Republicans thwarted an effort to add rape and incest exceptions to Missouri’s near-total abortion ban on Wednesday but were unable to push a bill to bar Planned Parenthood from receiving Medicaid reimbursements to a vote. Under Missouri law, abortion is…
Restore Point. // Courtesy XYZ Films If you’re a fan of sci-fi filmmaking, you know that bigger doesn’t always mean better in terms of creating a futuristic setting. Sci-fi is a conceptual genre, and that means there needs to be something to attach your curiosity to — we’re not talking about vague MacGuffins or uprisings led by horny teenagers. Good…
Art by Cassondra Jones Looking for delicious plans? Whether you want to impress a date, show your fam the best of KC, or just get out of the house, we’ve got you covered… all while supporting (mostly) local. Here is your weekly roundup of the best food and drink offerings around Kansas City. Cheers! Something New Atomic Cowboy: Last night…
Hypatia. // Courtesy photo Hypatia Hello, my name is Hypatia. I’ve been at The Pet Connection for a little over a year now. I love the people who take care of me, my friends who visit me, the yards, and my comfy bed. Life is better than it was at the shelter, and it is definitely better than the chain…
Franklin’s Blunt Packs // Photo courtesy of Franklin’s It wasn’t very long ago that recreational marijuana was legalized in Missouri in December of 2022. However, dispensaries could not sell recreationally until Feb. 3, 2023. With Super Bowl LVII taking place just over a week later, the marijuana industry in Kansas City was not given enough time to capitalize on it….
Mayor Quinton Lucas at the State of the City Address // Photo by Maddie McBratney Mayor Quinton Lucas delivered his fifth State of the City Address on Wednesday, Feb. 7 at Children’s Mercy Hospital. This was the first in-person State of the City since 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The event was kicked off with the presentation of the…
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson chats with visitors at the state Capitol on June 27, 2023, who were there to see the Vince Lombardi Trophy on display following the Kansas City Chiefs’ victory in Super Bowl LVII. // Courtesy of the Missouri Governor’s Office Apparently not everyone is thrilled with the prospect of Kansas City returning to the Super Bowl against…
A dozen assorted donuts from Vee’s Sweets and Treats. // Photo by Lauren Textor Happy Black History Month! All of the Dish & Drink KC columns that you read this month will be about local Black-owned businesses. We hope that you’ll join us in celebrating these eateries, and we want to hear about your favorites! Email tips@thepitchkc.com to let us…
Johnny Chen of Mr. D’s Donuts. // Courtesy photo There’s a good chance that when you read this, Johnny Chen is up to his eyeballs in glaze, frosting, and sprinkles. He and his wife, Boggie Otgonbayar, took over Mr. D’s Donut Shop from Johnny’s godparents back in 2018. Over the last five years, the duo has created something of a…
Disturbed. // photo credit Anthony Mixon Disturbed with Falling in Reverse and Plush T-Mobile Center Friday, February 2 Touring in support of 2022 Divisive, heavy metal act Disturbed took to the T-Mobile stage on Friday night for the Kansas City stop of the Take Back Your Life tour. Fellow heavy acts Falling in Reverse and Plush opened. Our photographer Anthony…
Photo by Tarik Sykes Royals Rally Kauffman Stadium February 3, 2024 As the Royals geared up for Spring Training in Arizona, fans flooded The K to meet their favorite players and enjoy some Smoak Craft Barbecue at Saturday’s highly anticipated Royals Rally event presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City. Our photographer, Tarik Sykes, was there to…
Reverie Road. // photo credit Jacob B. Little Folk act Reverie Road’s four members boast extensive and illustrious pedigrees from the world of Celtic music. Fiddler Winifred Horan and accordionist John Williams were both founding members of Solas, to say nothing of Horan’s time in beloved all-woman group Cherish the Ladies. Add in the fact fiddler Katie Grennan played with…
