Sherrie Foy of Moneta, Virginia, had her retirement plans upended when surgery to remove her colon left her with about $850,000 in bills and forced her and her husband, Michael, into bankruptcy. (Carlos Bernate for KHN and NPR) President Donald Trump rode to reelection last fall on voter concerns about prices. But as his administration pares back federal rules and…
Members of the Missouri House review a proposed Congressional map during redistricting debate on Jan. 18, 2022 (photo courtesy of Tim Bommel/Missouri House Communications) As Texas embarks on a special legislative session that includes revising that state’s congressional districts to help Republicans, President Donald Trump is reportedly asking for Missouri to do the same. The reaction among legislative leaders, however,…
KC Sipps logo by Theodore Rosen Life in KC is pretty delicious. In fact, there is often so much going on that it can be hard to decide where to go and what to try. That’s where I come in. I’ve curated this weekly list of events, openings, deals, and celebrations to keep you in-the-know. Cheers! Something New News Bites:…
Blood Incantation. // photo by Nick Spacek Blood Incantation with Krallice The Granada Tuesday, July 22 Psychedelic progressive metal is a hard sell, you’d think, especially on a summer Tuesday, but by the end of opener Krallice’s first song, the place was packed. Yes, granted, that song was lengthy, as were many of the tracks played the other night, but…
Photo Courtesy of Amy Ward Kansas City singer-songwriter Amy Ward’s intimate and emotionally vulnerable songs have long been perennial favorites around the office, but it wasn’t until recently that we’ve had the chance to sit down and speak with the former New Yorker who now makes KC her home. Ward’s work spans the gamut, but it’s where her music has…
Kin Seltzer // Photo by Shea McGraw If you say seltzer, I’ll come running. Combine that with a dancefloor, and I’ve found my happy place. That party paradise is what Joshua Lewis had in mind when he launched the first Black-owned canned seltzer in the U.S. in 2023. He saw a gap in the market and partnered with Eric Martens…
Photo: Katherine Jean In a genre defined by distortion, urgency, and rebellious angst, Wichita’s “Stay the Course” harmoniously blends the emotional honesty of emo with the punch of pop punk. However, with their latest single, “Post-Traumatic”, the band takes a surprising —and striking —departure from their usual style, trading breakdowns for string arrangements and punchy hooks for acoustic vulnerability. The…
Charles Bell, Gumball No. 6 (1974) Oil on canvas, 54 x 50 in. // Image courtesy of Belger Gallery In a world where perception shapes belief, More Than Meets the Eye invites viewers to reconsider the everyday. This exhibition, which went on display on June 6 at the Belger Crane Yard Gallery, challenges us to slow down, look closely, and…
Photo by Jeremy Danger Rock royalty is about to make a triumphant return to Kansas City. After an eight-month postponement, Heart is back on tour—louder, fiercer, and more harmonious than ever. The iconic, sister-driven band behind anthems like “Barracuda” and “Alone” will bring their Royal Flush Tour to the T-Mobile Center on Aug. 21 alongside Todd Rundgren, who’s opening the…
Whiskey Hill. // photo courtesy the artist Country folk duo Whiskey Hill formed in 2023, the result of friends Patricia Murphy (violin/vocals) and Jonathan Tucker (guitar/vocals) coming together over a shared love of music and performance. Not an unusual story, by any stretch, but the music they make ends up being the very embodiment of that musical kinship. The harmonies…
Art by Keegan Hudspeth With the 2018 Farm Bill—a federal act that has allowed hemp distributors to sell unregulated marijuana to individuals with no age restrictions—set to expire in late September, hemp industry members are looking for ways to continue raking in profits from the currently unregulated products. Much has happened within Missouri’s hemp market since former Missouri Governor Mike…
Kristen Thomas. // Photo by Nicole Bissey While many folks enjoy a moody playlist to set the tone, listening to music during sex isn’t a universal turn-on. The erotic power of silence can be highly underrated. It allows using breathy gasps, whispered words, and skin gliding against the sheets as your soundtrack. It’s an organic symphony when our bodies are…
Penrose Espresso Bar and Pastry Counter // Photo by Tiffany Watts Some coffee spots are built to impress with flashy seasonal drinks and ten-page menus. Others win you over with charm, intention, and really good coffee. Penrose Espresso Bar and Pastry Counter, the tiny walk-up espresso bar nestled in the Crossroads, does the latter beautifully. The menu is refreshingly simple:…
Parisi Café Overland Park // Photo by Alexander Omorodion Parisi Coffee celebrates its 5th anniversary of its Overland Park café location this month, though the company has been roasting coffee in the area since 2006. To honor Parisi’s roots in global coffee culture, the week leading up to the anniversary featured five curated coffees from around the world, culminating in…
Photo by Zach Bauman Earlier today, July 22, the Missouri Supreme Court ruled to end a double-stacking sales tax on recreational cannabis sales in the state, which will result in $3 million saved by consumers each month, according to the Missouri Cannabis Trade Association (MoCannTrade). Since Oct. 1, 2023, municipalities in the state were granted the ability to implement a…
Carl Rungius (German, 1869 – 1959). Old Baldface, ca. 1940. Oil on canvas, 30 x 40 inches. JKM Collection®, National Museum of Wildlife Art, Jackson, Wyoming, © Estate of Carl Rungius. An Oyster with teeth. A Hippopotamus with fins. A Crocodile with legs longer than a horse. An elephant smaller than a donkey with a trunk that flares more dramatically…
Captain Howdy And The Sunset Serenaders. // Photo Credit Andreas Braz Murder ballad “Little Sadie” has seen a slew of versions over the years, with Canadian band The Sadies even taking their name from it, and now it’s time for Lawrence country psych rockers Captain Howdy & The Sunset Serenaders to take their turn. Their version echoes the energy found…
Transformations Executive Director Merrique Jenson leads a trans history workshop during Liberation Camp in the Ozarks. // Photo by Sean Black This year alone, state legislatures across the country have considered 948 anti-transgender bills across 49 states, nearly 250 more bills than 2024, according to Trans Legislation Tracker. 118 of those bills have already passed. And it’s only July. These…
Yonder Mountain String Band. // photo by Allison Scavo Yonder Mountain String Band, Railroad Earth, and Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country Grinders KC Friday, July 18 Friday night was a miniature festival at Grinder’s with all killer, no filler. On one of the hottest summer nights, Yonder Mountain String Band brought their Grassjam to Kansas City, a co-headlining miniature festival lineup…
Photo Courtesy of Ted Habiger Consider Ted Habiger a triple threat. He’s a chef, restaurateur, and all-around flavor whisperer who’s been quietly (and deliciously) shaping the Midwest dining scene for years. Not only is Habiger a James Beard semifinalist and Union Square Cafe alum, he’s the brains and palate behind Kansas City staples like Room 39 and now the artfully…
Flora Farms Stateline dispensary at the Arkansas border has 50 employees and 14 registers. (Rebecca Rivas/Missouri Independent) Missouri cannabis regulators say they’re halfway through getting fingerprint background checks for about 16,000 marijuana workers and volunteers who didn’t get them between 2022 and 2024. Anyone who wants to work in the cannabis industry must get an “agent ID badge” through the…
Photo by Maggie Gulling Kansas City’s newest venue, Warehouse on Broadway, might also be the hippest thing to hit Westport in years. Partners Neill Smith and J.C. Cirese soft opened the 650-capacity venue on St. Patrick’s Day of this year, and while there were a few shows scattered in the following weeks, the official opening weekend saw local metal legends…
Slightly Stoopid. // photo by Allison Scavo Slightly Stoopid with Iration Azura Amphitheater Sunday, July 13 Slightly Stoopid’s lively set Sunday night was the perfect way to start the week. Slightly Stoopid is known for blending traditional reggae, rock, punk, and hip-hop and unmistakable SoCal vibes. The horn section added punch to the set, while the rhythm section held everything…
Before we get into the I Know What You DId Last Summer legacyquel, I should be honest with you about my feelings regarding the 1997 original. Of the Kevin Williamson-penned teen slashers and thrillers that dominated the back half of the 90s, I Know What You Did Last Summer is not the strongest. It ranks just above Teaching Mrs. Tingle…
