Kansas City Sunday Nice News Smile

These are mostly happy news items from pop culture, community and news and top headlines because we're inspired by angel Candice, it's a glorious Sunday and our beloved d-bag readers have a tendency to get far too grouchy.

Check the www.TonysKansasCity.com collection . . .

Cowtown Reopen Underway

Kansas City's economy is rebounding as unemployment rates drop across Missouri

Unemployment rates across Missouri have dropped significantly since a year ago, a sign that the economy is recovering after a downturn driven by the COVID-19 pandemic. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics found that September unemployment rates in eight of Missouri's metropolitan areas had fallen compared to rates at the same time last year.

Comeback Double Up . . . 

KC businesses hope end of mandate means return of customers

Business operators in Kansas City, Missouri, are hopeful that the end of the city's mask mandate will mean a return of more customers. The Kansas City Council voted Thursday to rescind the mask order, though it kept the mandate for children and adults in school. Businesses may still ask patrons to wear a mask indoors.

Marketing Moment Earns National Praise

Rachel Corsie: Blockbuster unveiling of Kansas City Current brand was a lesson in how to promote women's sport

The US does sports slightly differently to how we know it in the UK - but their approach has certainly shown me how women's sport can be given a platform. Last week, the news my club side, KC NWSL, was about to rebrand reached people around the world.

Classy Angel In Real Life

Candice Swanepoel puts on stunning display in an elegant blazer dress

On Saturday afternoon Candice Swanepoel appeared on Instagram to share photos from a Bulgari event in Miami, Florida. The 33-year-old Victoria's Secret vet wowed in a classic black blazer dress with ruched sleeves. Her leggy display extended to a pair of pointed-toe, backless, black heels that boasted pearl straps.

Progressive Celebration

Democrats 'thank God' for infrastructure win after state election warnings

Voters in Virginia and New Jersey this week sounded a serious warning to Democrats, key players in the Biden administration and Congress said on Sunday: the party needed to get things done or it will face disaster in midterm elections next year.

Classic Kansas Skepticism Renewed

Democratic governor turns on Biden vaccine mandate, not 'correct' or 'effective' solution

Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly came out against President 's mandate as one that is not the "most effective" or "correct" for her state. "Yesterday, I reviewed the new vaccine mandate from the Biden Administration.

USA Reopens

The United States is opening to vaccinated international travelers on Monday. Here's what to expect

(CNN) - The United States is flinging its doors wide open to vaccinated international travelers on Monday, welcoming many visitors who've been shut out of the country for 20 months. With new requirements going into effect for air, land and ferry arrivals, there's bound to be some congestion as the rules are rolled out.

Watch This Corporate Side Hustle

With movie theaters struggling, AMC is getting into the popcorn business

As cinemas continue to struggle, AMC Entertainment wants to sell its popcorn outside the theaters. The world's biggest movie theater chain said Thursday it will begin selling its popcorn at malls, supermarkets, and convenience stores in the US next year, both as a freshly popped option and in microwaveable packages.

ROYAL EMBARRASSMENT!!!

Camilla Parker Bowles can't stop talking about Joe Biden's 'long fart'

President Joe Biden let out a long, loud fart while speaking with the Duchess of Cornwall at the COP26 summit. Camilla Parker Bowles "hasn't stopped talking about" the 78-year-old's "long fart," it has been reported.

Local COVID Advocacy

From a tent in the woods, this Kansas City woman advocates for her fellow COVID long-haulers

After losing her apartment, Amanda Finley sought refuge at a Missouri campsite she calls her "happy place." Even as much of the country returns to normal, she's working to remind people that COVID long-haulers are still coping with illness and income loss.

Show-Time Info For Parents

BWW Review: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES OPENS IN KANSAS CITY AT THE COTERIE THEATRE

The Coterie Theatre made a big splash with the opening of its world premiere of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES on November 4th at The Coterie Theatre located in Crown Center in Kansas City, MO.

Katie's Forecast For Now

Mostly sunny, warm Sunday ahead

Hide Transcript Show Transcript GAME, RIGHT IT IS GOING TO BE MOSTLY SUNNY NOW, THERE WILL BE A THIN VEIL OF HIGH CLOUDS. SO KIND OF A MILKY SKY, BUT STILL THE TEMPERATURE CONSIDERING THE NORMAL HIGH. STATE IS IN THE 50S THE FTAC THAT WE'RE FORECASTING UPPER 60S LOW 70S.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.