Photo by Sarah Sipple Guy’s Deli, located inside Kelly’s in Westport, proudly proclaims itself as Home of the Dill Dough Pizza™. So why wouldn’t the person at the register say it? As someone who loves pickles and loves pizza, I have hesitated on trying this one. In my mind, pickle pizzas (and white pizzas in general) are too salty and…
Photo Courtesy of Crossroads Community Association Just a few decades ago, Kansas City’s Crossroads district was coined by its near-empty stretch of streets, dotted by auto shops, empty buildings, and tumbleweeds rolling in the wind. The predominantly industrial area was desperate for a new purpose. But that quiet space gave artists like Kevin McGraw, Jim Leedy, David Ford, and Tom…
State Rep. Tara Peters, R-Rolla, speaks during Missouri House floor debate in May. (Tim Bommel/Missouri House Communications) One of the most-watched bills approved by Missouri lawmakers this year put the state back in control of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. The police takeover provisions made the bill one of the most controversial of the session, and sparked a lawsuit,…
Sixth-year senior Jalon Daniels threw for 176 yards and three touchdowns, two of them to newcomer Cam Pickett, and Kansas opened its rebuilt, $450 million on-campus stadium with a 31-7 rout of Fresno State on Saturday. Jalon Daniels finished 18 of 20 while running for 47 yards, and Iowa transfer Leshon Williams had a long touchdown run, helping the Jayhawks…
Lettuce. // photo by Allison Scavo Lettuce Liberty Hall Friday, August 22 I’ve seen Lettuce more times than I can count, so I was elated when I found out I could work with them. Before they even started, I could see that their layout made more sense than any I’d ever seen, with Lettuce in a semicircle and the drummer…
Courtesy Missouri Attorney General’s office Reporters at Fox News Digital were the first to report that the Trump administration named Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey to the number two position at the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Bailey confirmed that he will serve as the FBI’s co-deputy director alongside Dan Bongino. U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash…
Rob Thomas. // photo credit Randall Slavin Singer Rob Thomas is best known for his work as the frontman for long-running ’90s rockers Matchbox Twenty, but his work as a solo artist offers up a different approach to his instantly recognizable voice. His forthcoming album, All Night Days–out Friday, September 5, via Republic Records–offers such singles as “Hard to Be…
Maren Morris. // photo credit Daniel Fuchs Maren Morris with Miya Folick The Midland Tuesday, August 19 Country-pop star Maren Morris brought her Dreamsicle tour to the Midland Tuesday night in support of the album of the same name. California singer-songwriter Miya Folick was there to open the show, and our photographer Daniel Fuchs was there to capture it all….
As health care services become more difficult to access, chronic conditions rise and lead to more complicated pregnancies. (Naomi O’Donnell/The Beacon) For Dr. Kelsey Davis-Humes, practicing medicine in rural Missouri is a way of life. She’s on call almost constantly in northeast Missouri’s Scotland County, where she cares for patients from their birth until their death. As an osteopath practicing…
Photo by Collyn Robinson On Tuesday night, around 100 people attended an “Immigration 101” teach-in at the North-East Public Library. The event was hosted by a coalition of organizations, including Indivisible KC—a local chapter of the larger progressive, grassroots political organization, Indivisible—Boots on the Ground Midwest, The Cross Border Network, Advocates for Immigrant Rights and Reconciliation (AIRR), and the Asylum…
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:…
Photo Courtesy of Barbara Gillard Barbara Gillard is the kind of person who can organize a fundraiser, plan a water system install, and still have time to teach you about microcredit over coffee. As volunteer coordinator for Agua Viva International, Gillard blends boots-on-the-ground know-how with big-picture impact. She caught the global development bug early, earning her economics degree from Truman…
Photo by Zach Bauman So far in 2025, the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) Division of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) has announced four separate recalls of cannabis products in the Missouri industry. These recalls come from companies Honey Green LLC, 1914 Carrollton Manufacturing LLC., Nodaway Holdings LLC, and Bootheel CannaCare Columbia LLC. Earlier this month, DCR announced proposed rule…
Anders la Motte. // photo by Jeff Richt Swedish crime writer Anders de la Motte is a former police officer whose 2010 debut thriller Game won the Swedish Crime Writers’ Academy’s Debut Award. Since then, that book’s sequels and the Skåne Quartet have led to de la Motte being one of Sweden’s most popular crime authors. In 2022, the writer…
La Tacita De Cafe // Photo by Tiffany Watts La Tacita de Café may be a small cafe in a small city, but they’re doing really big things–bringing West Coast vibes to Kansas City without the West Coast prices. And not just “vibes” as in their energy, either. I recently traveled back to California, where I used to live, and…
Vinnie Pasquantino homered in the first inning and then scored the go-ahead run in the seventh when Jonathan India was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded, helping the Kansas City Royals to a 5-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night. Our photographer Stephen Fuller was there to capture game two of the series: Categories: Sports Tags:…
Courtesy Rooftop Cinema Club Rooftop Cinema Club recently expanded to Kansas City, adding a Crossroads location to its list of eight other cities. KC’s reputation in the art scene is what specifically drew the eye of Rooftop Cinema Club, says company representative Priscilla Gonzalez: “You are known for your beautiful art museum as well as music, comedians, artists, and muralists….
Immigrant rights advocates are advising allies to adopt nonviolent resistance in the face of the Trump administration’s escalating mass deportation campaign. (Vaughn Wheat/The Beacon) Black SUVs whizzing by were the first hint an immigration raid might be imminent. A Kansas City man riding his bike along the Trolley Track Trail felt his initial fear confirmed when a Waldo area construction…
FidPick. // image courtesy the festival Should you wish to experience some roots music for free, there are a couple upcoming events which you should plan to attend. This weekend, on Sunday, August 24, will be the 44th Annual Kansas State Fiddling and Picking Championships. AKA FidPick, the long-running free festival features competition in, yes, fiddle, but also mandolin, miscellaneous…
As a defender of even the bad Ocean’s movie, there’s little I love more than a stylish little spy thriller or heist flick—especially when we’ve left the action heroes and shootouts for another day. The time for soft spoken frustration, clever little turns, and more social hacking than digital security… gimmie that Soderbergh slushie any day of the week. After…
Big Time Rush. // photo by Tommy Vean Big Time Rush with Katelyn Tarver and Stephen Glickman Starlight Theater Wednesday, August 13 Pop rock boy band Big Time Rush took to the stage at Starlight last Wednesday as part of their In Real Life Worldwide Tour. In addition to performing songs from throughout their career and from their successful Nickelodeon…
Open Doors Foundation outreach // Photo courtesy of Open Doors Foundation Brewer’s Corner in Midtown is under new ownership, and they’re kicking off the next era of the space by hosting a fundraiser for Open Doors Foundation this weekend. Open Doors Foundation is a low-barrier-to-entry shelter, currently with 40 beds to serve the greater Kansas City community through referral partners…
Anjin // Photo by Alex Omorodion One of the most beautiful human experiences is gathering together to share laughs, gossip, and everything in between over a delicious meal. But can this be accomplished as a solo diner? Anjin sets the stage for this experience in an intimate but lively space, anchored by a Japanese-inspired menu. However, the Japanese inspiration extends…
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey speaks Jan. 20, 2023, to the Missouri chapter of the Federalist Society on the Missouri House of Representatives dais (Annelise Hanshaw/Missouri Independent). Missouri will need a new attorney general for the third time in six years as Andrew Bailey announced on Monday that he plans to step down to become co-deputy director of the FBI….
