The Rino in the River North District. // Courtesy of The Rino Earlier this month, we published The Pitch’s annual Best of Kansas City issue. You can take a peek at the results of the readers’ poll here. The issue also included a list, compiled and written by our editorial staff, of some local people, places, and things that we…
Farm to Able Chicken standing on donated produce. // Photo provided by Sheriee Rusk. Kanbe’s Markets serves the Kansas City area by redistributing discarded produce to groups in need—including the local animal community. This organization directly benefits people in low food-access areas by delivering fresh food to areas of need for free, reducing unnecessary waste through a more inclusive food…
Courtesy Harvesters Harvesters Community Food Network is putting out an urgent call for volunteers to help ensure food gets out to the community before spoiling after receiving a large amount of perishable food donations. Children aged 12-15 can volunteer with adult supervision, and anyone 16 and up can volunteer on their own. Volunteer shifts are two hours long and require…
TheBabeGabe at the FIFA Fan Festival // Photo by Stella Subasic Solo artist TheBabeGabe is a genre-defyer, lover of Tumblr culture, and in her own words, Kansas City’s first pop star. Her latest EP made up of four songs, Love Language, follows a sister-album drop, HONEYPOP and HONEYPOP: RELOADED. She, along with a collective of her music-making friends, SEVEN RINGS,…
Courtesy Beowulf Sheehan In her newest historical nonfiction bestseller, Obstinate Daughters, author Denise Kiernan brings audiences a look into the unsung heroes of the American Revolution: women. Switching between important female figures of the American Revolution and a mini travel log, Obstinate Daughters tells the story of and highlights writers, rebels, and obstinate women who shaped an era of revolution…
Blue Blaze // Photo by Sarah Sipple Earlier this month, we published The Pitch’s annual Best of Kansas City issue. You can take a peek at the results of the readers’ poll here. The issue also included a list, compiled and written by our editorial staff, of some local people, places, and things that we think make 2026 KC life feel like…
Courtesy A24 Among many complaints about the current state of the film industry is the decline of the mid-budget comedy. For the most part, comedy films are currently stuck in the realm of straight-to-streaming, not helped by many contemporary comedy directors failing to make the case for comedy as a genre with just as much visual potential as drama, action,…
Dish & Drink KC logo by Theodore Rosen I arrived at Selah Lounge intending to do what most of us do far too often: grab a drink, head back to the car, and move on to the next item on my schedule. Instead, I stayed. Nestled beside Kla Sanctuary Spa in Kansas City’s West Bottoms, Selah Lounge immediately communicates that…
Voters will decide on four major state questions at polling places in August. (File photo) Early voting for the Aug. 4 primaries in Missouri is about to start. Voters can cast no-excuse absentee ballots starting July 21, and excused voting is already underway. On the ballot this year are four state questions that have big implications for issues including the…
Courtesy KC Craft Ramen Earlier this month, we published The Pitch’s annual Best of Kansas City issue. You can take a peek at the results of the readers’ poll here. The issue also included a list, compiled and written by our editorial staff, of some local people, places, and things that we think make 2026 KC life feel like a winner. We’ll…
Photo by Tarik Sykes Salvador Perez drove in 2 runs as the Royals beat the Phillies 5-2 to end a 4-game losing streak, on July 5, 2026. Our photographer Tarik Sykes was there to capture everything: Categories: Sports Tags: KC Royals, Philadelphia Phillies, royals, Salvador Perez
Kiri-ai: The Duel hanging next to other games at Level One Game Shop. // Courtesy photo Earlier this month, we published The Pitch’s annual Best of Kansas City issue. You can take a peek at the results of the readers’ poll here. The issue also included a list, compiled and written by our editorial staff, of some local people, places,…
Shawnee Mission Park Lake // Photo by Sarah Sipple Earlier this month, we published The Pitch’s annual Best of Kansas City issue. You can take a peek at the results of the readers’ poll here. The issue also included a list, compiled and written by our editorial staff, of some local people, places, and things that we think make 2026…
Blue Koi // Photo by Emma Goulding Finding a filling, tasty vegetarian meal can be difficult, especially in a city where barbecue reigns supreme. I needed something packed with nutrition and flavor before an action-packed girls’ night out, and thus, my friend and I ended up at Blue Koi. In the burgeoning area of Mission Farms, Blue Koi sits on…
Dueling Pianos at Jazzoo. // photo by Allison Scavo Most musicians spend hours crafting the perfect setlist before taking the stage. Kevin Coon’s bands, KC Keys and Dueling Pianos, show up without one. Dueling Pianos has built its reputation on unpredictability, turning audience requests into the foundation of every performance. No two shows are the same because no two crowds…
Colombia progressed to the World Cup last 16 with another convincing display. Jhon Arias’ first-half winner eliminated a disappointing Ghana side in sweltering Kansas City heat. Our photographer Tarik Sykes was there to capture everything: Categories: Sports Tags: Colombia, FIFA World Cup, Ghana, Jhon Arias, KC World Cup, World Cup 2026
TeenTix KC is an organization that helps provide KC youth with access to live stage performances. As part of that work, some up-and-coming ‘Press Corps Members’ are tackling their first reviews—building up a next generation of critical, celebratory voices. Today, we’re thrilled to share Alexandria Mondaine’s take on Spinning Tree Theatre’s The World Goes ‘Round. Find out more about TeenTix…
Merchandise tied to America’s 250th birthday is sold in a stall at Freedom 250’s Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., on June 30, 2026. (Photo by Sam Gauntt/States Newsroom) WASHINGTON — What’s more American than apple pie? Capitalism. And an array of merchandise and influence is on sale for the 250th birthday of the United States. An America250 $275…
Republican State Rep. Tricia Byrnes of Wentzville describes legislation she plans to sponsor aimed at increasing transparency of discussions between local officials and data center developers during a press conference last week in Wentzville (Steph Quinn/Missouri Independent) MONTGOMERY CITY — Bill Cope stood before the Montgomery County Commission earlier this month to urge local officials to reject a 25-year, 70%…
Photo by Grace Chappell Earlier this month, we published The Pitch’s annual Best of Kansas City issue. You can take a peek at the results of the readers’ poll here. The issue also included a list, compiled and written by our editorial staff, of some local people, places, and things that we think make 2026 KC life feel like a…
No Kings rally at Mill Creek Park, June 2025 // Photo by Sarah Sipple Earlier this month, we published The Pitch’s annual Best of Kansas City issue. You can take a peek at the results of the readers’ poll here. The issue also included a list, compiled and written by our editorial staff, of some local people, places, and things…
Car Microwave. // photo courtesy the artist Car Microwave’s Pool Party 3, featuring themselves along with Big Fat Cow, LVNDLOCKED, and Schuyler Minor, takes place at Lemonade Park on Saturday, July 25. Details here. Kansas City indie rockers Car Microwave dropped their sophomore LP, Spirit’s Up, Windows Down, at the end of May. The five-piece had been working on this…
Rock the Vote takes place at the Granada and Lucia on Sunday, July 5, and is sponsored by The Granada, Lucia, Love Garden Sounds, Mass St Fish House & Raw Bar, Mass Street Music, Cottin’s Hardware & Rental, Tom Harper, 1313 Mockingbird Lane, League of Women Voters, and Women for Kansas. The full lineup and set times can be found…
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:…
