Paul Dorrell, owner of Brookside’s Leopold Gallery, isn’t done raising hell yet. His gallery is celebrating its thirty-year anniversary on the Kansas City art scene this Friday, October 8 from 6 pm-9 pm. Dorrell remembers that in the late ’80s, Kansas City considered itself a cultural backwater. Now, the art scene is highly regarded on both coasts. “Nothing can compare to … [Read more...] about ‘Nothing can compare to this time culturally’: Paul Dorrell on 30 years of Leopold Gallery
We want the World Cup: Kansas City prepares for visit as 2026 FIFA Host City decision nears
Kansas City wants the 2026 World Cup. If you’ve driven by Main Street in downtown Kansas City lately, chances are you’ve seen the massive ninty-by-ninty-foot sign with the message “We want the World Cup” written in bold white letters. With the upcoming FIFA representatives visit expected in late October, Kansas City is one step closer to its goal. During the visit, the KC2026 … [Read more...] about We want the World Cup: Kansas City prepares for visit as 2026 FIFA Host City decision nears
The Riot Room closes its doors after 13 years
The Riot Room in Westport is officially closed. With no bands touring and no audience buying tickets, the live music venue was forced to shut its doors after taking large financial losses during the pandemic. Riot Room co-owner Tim Gutschenritter confirmed the news to KCUR Monday, stating that the landlord has leased the property to someone else, though no information about who … [Read more...] about The Riot Room closes its doors after 13 years
OPFD celebrates fire prevention week with a virtual open house
Posted on October 6, 2021 The Overland Park Fire Department is getting creative in the pandemic. Typically, the Fire Department invites the community to an open house during National Fire Prevention Week in order to educate residents about how to keep their families, friends and property safe. This year, the department presents a virtual open … [Read more...] about OPFD celebrates fire prevention week with a virtual open house
Community survey results show high levels of satisfaction with OP
Posted on October 4, 2021 The results of the latest citywide survey, out this week, show Overland Park residents are overwhelmingly satisfied with the City’s services, amenities, programs and image. Ninety-two percent of Overland Park respondents were “very satisfied” or “satisfied” with the City’s overall quality of life. Ninety-seven percent said … [Read more...] about Community survey results show high levels of satisfaction with OP