Kansas City Double Up: Bier Station Goodbye

Our hipster friends had us all wrong . . .

We merely wanted to acknowledge the WOKE/BROKE trend and it's impact on local biz & politics and the reaction was scathingly rebuked by progressive crusaders.

However . . . 

We readily acknowledge that a lot of people really like this place and it's a shame they were forced to sell out and attempt to tout success amid a switcheroo.

Now . . .

They claim they'll have the "Hawley Fun Run" next year but new owners are UNLIKELY to host such a controversial event and would rather focus on running their biz . . . Which is why they're still in biz. Which, again, was our point. 

Here's a much more sympathetic and nice write-up . . .

When I visited with John last week, he emphasized how much he’s enjoyed having Bier Station but it was time to move on.  “During the past decade, people’s drinking habits have changed.  There were just a couple of craft beer places in KC when I opened; now there are at least 30 or 40 options.  I’m proud to have opened the first craft beer/ tasting bar /bottle shop in the Midwest.  The bar has won many national awards and we’ve raised over $300,000 for non profit causes and civic campaigns”.  One of the events he’s most proud of:  working with the dean of Pharmacy at KU to host a COVID 19 vaccine clinic last year, vaccinating over 1000 people.  And in December 2020 when vandals smashed the front door of the building, locals came by with envelopes of money to help pay for the repair: McLain’s brought over goodies for the staff and business surged in support. “Our customers really are the best!  They are very friendly, very generous with tips and they get to know our staff.  Several close friendships between staff and patrons have developed over the years.”

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

Saying Goodbye to Bier Station

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