Kansas City Snack: Foodie News, Politics, Hunter & Heavy Artillery

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Whilst You Wait For Ride Home

Kansas City International Airport has a new barbecue joint. Here's what to know

Highlights on the menu include smoked nachos (topped with pulled pork, chopped brisket and smoked chicken) and, naturally, burnt ends.

Kansas City Chef Shares Kitchen Secrets

Johnny Leach on Cooking, Community, and His Second James Beard Award Nomination - IN Kansas City Magazine

Johnny Leach didn't set out to be a chef. "I was working in a record store with no huge life plan in front of me," he says. "A friend got me into cooking kind of out of the blue. It was something he was really interested in, and it built an interest with me that...

Of Cowtown Concern

New USDA 'climate-friendly' farming and ranching practices have yet to be proven, report says

An Environmental Working Group report questions the effectiveness of some farming practices that the U.S. Department of Agriculture recently added to its Environmental Quality Incentives Program, which incentives conservation practices. The USDA counters that the practices have gone through "a rigorous science-based evaluation process."

Good Deeds & Good Taste

Fighting Food Insecurity: Feeding the Hungry in Kansas City - IN Kansas City Magazine

It's a sight you might not expect to see in Overland Park. A long line of vehicles curls around the parking lot of New Haven Seventh Day Adventist Church at 87th Street and Antioch Road. People are there for the Renewed Hope Food Pantry (RHFP) that church members started in 2011.

Local Restaurant Redux

Kansas City Restaurant Openings, Closings, and News - February 2024

The last couple of months have been a busy time for restaurant openings, closings, and other news. Genghis Khan Mongolian Grill is re-opening on March 6th at the original location on 3906 Bell Street in Kansas City, Missouri. KC Cajun is closing their restaurant at 3510 E 27th in Kansas City, Missouri.

Serving The Public

Black history on tap in Kansas City's east side at 1st Black-owned brewery in Missouri

Co-founders Kemet Coleman, Wood Bonds and Elliot Ivory didn't know when they came together to brew that they would be the first and only Black-owned brewery in Missouri.

Non-Alcoholic Options Abound

In Culinary News: Third Place Lounge - IN Kansas City Magazine

For people who don't have room at home to comfortably socialize, entertain, or host events, the need to have a third place to relax and celebrate with friends is important. With that in mind, Amanda Blancarte has recently opened Third Place Lounge on Broadway Boulevard in the former Grad School restaurant location.

Talkers Take Time To Understand Rising Star

Listening To Abella Danger Open Up About Her Personal Life Will Change The Way You Think About P*rn Stars

If you've ever watched any of Abella Danger's work (I'm sure most of have), I strongly suggest listening to the interview we did with her on Out & About. Kate already blogged it, but it's worth noting...

Prez Biden Family Pushes Back

"Look me in the eye": Hunter Biden turns the tables on Matt Gaetz over question about drug use

"Of all the people sitting around this table, do you think that's appropriate to ask me?" Biden asked the lawmaker

MAGA Might Soon Unleash EPIC Cash

How Trump, suddenly strapped for cash, could raise more than half a billion dollars to satisfy judgments against him | CNN Business

Donald Trump is facing a cash crunch as deadlines are quickly approaching to find over half a billion dollars he owes in judgments.

Promises From Prez

Biden to announce US air drop of aid into Gaza, US officials say

President Joe Biden is expected to announce on Friday his intention to order a military air drop of humanitarian aid into Gaza, four U.S. officials told Reuters, speaking on condition of anonymity.

Deuce Contemplates Future

'I don't know': Nikki Haley unsure Trump would follow constitution

Trump's last remaining Republican primary challenger says 'I don't think there should ever be a president that's above the law'

Eastern Europe Escalation Cont'd

With A Million Shells About To Ship, Ukraine's Artillery Crisis Could End Soon

In fits and starts, Ukraine's European allies are piecing together the financing and industrial resources to supply the Ukrainians with the artillery ammo they need.

On The Road To Tech Tariffs

US to probe if Chinese cars pose national data security risks

The United States is opening an investigation into whether Chinese vehicle imports pose national security risks and could impose restrictions due to concerns about "connected" car technology, the White House said on Thursday.

Kansas City Schedule Emerges 

Weekend Possibilities | First Friday, Wine and Drake

This Kansas City weekend starts with First Friday fun in the Crossroads. A traditional Filipino breakfast, Uncorked: KC Wine Fest and Drake also are options.

Sound Of Breaking Ground

Grammy-nominated artist addresses race in country music industry

KSHB 41 spoke to a country music artist who's using her voice not just for incredible music, but to uplift other Black voices.

Katie's Weather Weekend Preview

More record high temperatures in the metro are within view for this weekend

The wind may not be too strong today but will definitely interfere with your outside plans over the weekend

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