Life + Culture

A Father's Legacy

Article by Judy Goppert | Photography by Janie Jones There is perhaps no prouder moment than when a parent’s children decide to work in the same business their parents or grandparents founded. The song “May the circle be unbroken” is quite fitting for these nine families who are carrying on the dreams of generations who came before them. Their pride is evident in the caring customer service and services or products they offer. Each has a truly unique, inspiring legacy. Carrying the Torch...

Fitness

Adventure Awaits

The Kansas City Climbing Community Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Kate Neuenschwander Kansas City might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of rock climbing, but its climbing community is thriving and growing stronger every year. Thanks to the Kansas City Climbing Community, locals and visitors alike can find their way onto the wall, whether it’s inside one of the area’s many gyms or outside at nearby crags. “Kansas City Climbing Community recently celebrated...

Food + Beverage

Horsefeather Social Reopens For The Season

Article and Photography by Located on the 7th floor of the Loews Kansas City Hotel, this city hotspot, returns with robust programming featuring Local by Loews partner, Sweat Forum, plus monthly First Friday events and more. One of Kansas City’s most popular outdoor bars is reopening for the season. Horsefeather Social will be open every Wednesday – Sunday (weather permitting) from 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., giving guests enough time to enjoy delicious drinks, mouth-watering bites and Instagram...

Local Services

Discover the Heart of Community

at the Overland Park Farmer's Market Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Janie Jones When you step into the Overland Park Farmers’ Market, you immediately feel it: the energy, the warmth, the heartbeat of a community waking up together. It's not just the vibrant stalls brimming with fresh produce, baked goods, and flowers, or the scent of roasted coffee and fresh herbs in the air. It's the neighbors catching up, the hugs exchanged between vendors and customers, the children laughing. It...