Tending Kansas City: Local Club Life Amid MAGA Trading Daze

Once again, for close readers, night owls, early birds and our beloved shift workers . . . We share another quick peek at some of the news we're checking by way of pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .


Local Succession Scheme

H&R Block CEO files retirement plans; company sets 'smooth transition' to new chief executive - Startland News

Announcing his plan to retire at the end of 2025, the CEO for one of Kansas City's most iconic businesses called his work at H&R Block the past eight years "the honor of a lifetime."


Storm Tragedy Hits Home

Kansas City cyclist camping in Iowa for bike ride dies during severe weather Sunday

A Kansas City man died Sunday morning when severe storms hit Shenandoah, bringing strong winds that toppled a shed onto his tent.


More Jobs On Track

Expansion at Progress Rail adds 85 jobs to Kansas City, Missouri, facility

A multi-million dollar expansion planned by Progress Rail could add 85 new jobs to its facilities in Kansas City, Missouri's Northeast Industrial District.


Inferno At Busted Locale

Fire at vacant Cloverleaf Apartments under investigation

A fire at the vacated Cloverleaf Apartments is now under investigation.


Newspaper Hypes Good Life

See inside Kansas City's new international nightclub and entertainment venue

Laila Lounge in Kansas City fuses East and West with exotic drinks, vibrant performances and cultural elegance in a luxurious, international setting.


TACO Headline That Merited Today's EPIC Distraction

Trump delays China tariff hike for another 90 days

President Trump has extended a temporary truce in the U.S.-China trade war, preventing tariffs on China from leaping to at least 80%.


Outrage Marketing Stays Winning

The self-sustaining outrage cycle of Sydney Sweeney's jeans ad

Nearly three weeks in, it's getting difficult to remember what everybody was so mad about-or if more than a handful were ever mad at all.


Pro-Life Cinematic Fade Out???

Is Film About Pro-Life Black Women Being Muzzled?

Pro-abortion forces are trying to muzzle an upcoming new movie about courageous pro-life black women.


Latest American Retail Tragedy

Three dead and suspect in custody after shooting at Target parking lot in Austin, police say | CNN

At least three people are dead after a shooting incident at a Target parking lot in Austin, Texas, authorities said.


Foreshadowing Harsh Times

Very telling sign that the US is on course for recession

A leading economist has warned that the US is teetering on the edge of a recession.


Progressive Standoff Awaits . . .

Jasmine Crockett: Democratic base wants to see a fight over redistricting | CNN Politics

CNN's Jake Tapper speaks with Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) about the ongoing battle over redistricting and what it could mean for the Democratic party.


Inglorious Accusations . . . 

Texas woman sues Marine, claiming he spiked her drink with abortion pills

A Texas woman is suing a U.S. Marine, alleging he spiked her drink with nearly a dozen abortion pills, killing their unborn child, after she rebuffed his repeated requests to "get rid of it."


MAGA Talks Land Deal

Trump says he will try to get back territory for Ukraine

The US president says talks with Putin on Friday will be a "feel-out meeting" aimed at urging Russia to end the war in Ukraine.


All Singing, All Dancing Holy Land Amid Wartime

Israeli Dancing with the Stars viral routine mimics Donald Trump and Melania's rally moves

A routine from Israel's Dancing with the Stars mimicking Donald Trump and his wife Melania's rally moves has gone viral. Rokdim Im Kokhavim, the Israeli version of the popular show, recently aired an episode of two of its professional dancers dressed as the US president and First Lady.


Return To Office Gets Nasty

True Romance: Hot Fun Sex With Married Co-Worker, Pro Girlfriend In Client Will & Freakiest Professions

Welcome to this week's edition of True Romance. I'm back from the beach, although I still fulfilled my duty to the romance community last week, and I'm happy to report that love is still in the air.


Local Club Dude Retrospective

Steve Tulipana talks Play Loud Festival, reflects on 20 loud years of recordBar

The Pitch talks with recordBar co-founder Steve Tulipana as he reflects on 20 years of business and looks forward to the Play Loud Festival.


Forecast For Now . . . 

Kansas City weather: Scattered showers possible Monday evening, slim chance Tuesday

Lows will be in the upper 60s with highs on Tuesday in the mid-80s.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.

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