Joining with sports teams, city officials and other partners throughout Kansas City, the KC Current is encouraging fans to join the international Women’s Day theme, #BreakTheBias.
The campaign challenges people to imagine a world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. Kansas Citians are encouraged to share a photo of themselves crossing their arms to show solidarity, or share the attached photos of KC Current players.
The team will end the day with an event at Boulevard Brewing Co. to announce a wider release of Teal Rising, a pilsner created in celebration of the Kansas City Current as a part of last season’s brand announcement.
Midfielders Victoria Pickett, Desiree Scott and Sam Mewis will sign autographs at the launch event on from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 8, at Boulevard Brewing Co., Kansas City, Missouri. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP at https://checkout.xola.com/index.html#seller/5c952d9d477110556a8b50b3/experiences/621e913a20a07901207f0910?openExternal=true.
In line with the KC Current’s commitment to the community, investing 10% of all partnership revenue back into programs that strengthen Kansas City, Boulevard will donate 10% of all Teal Rising proceeds to The Women’s Intersport Network for Kansas City (WIN for KC).
Fans can also access an exclusive ticket offer at https://www.kansascitycurrent.com/iwd as a part of International Women’s Day. Single Match Tickets for the 2022 Challenge Cup matches at Children’s Mercy Park are buy one, gift one in select locations.
The special offer, which encourages fans to support the Current and bring or donate an additional ticket, is redeemable for the Current’s Challenge Cup home opener match on April 2. Kick-off for the Current’s Kansas City debut is 2 p.m. at Children’s Mercy Park in Kansas City, Kansas.
To redeem the offer, select the total number of tickets you’re looking to secure. At checkout, enter the corresponding code below to receive the buy one, gift one offer: • To secure 2 tickets for the price of 1, use KCCIWDB1G1 • To secure 4 tickets for the price of 2, use KCCIWDB2G2 • To secure 6 tickets for the price of 3, use KCCIWDB3G3 • To secure 8 tickets for the price of 4, use KCCIWDB4G4
A proposed bistate corridor would run from Independence, Missouri, to The Legends Outlets area of Kansas City, Kansas.
A plan for a bistate transit corridor was announced on Monday by U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Missouri.
The proposed bistate corridor would travel from Independence, Missouri, to the Legends Outlets area of Kansas City, Kansas. It would be an electric bus route. Funding for the project would come from the $1.2 trillion federal infrastructure bill.
According to a news release from Rep. Cleaver’s website, the Bi-State Sustainable Reinvestment Corridor will provide investments to sustainability, mobility and economic development.
“President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for our entire region to create sustainable communities, provide greater opportunity for economic mobility, and ensure our jurisdictions have the energy efficient infrastructure necessary to remain competitive throughout the 21st century—but coordination is critical,” Rep. Cleaver said in the news release.
The news release announced support from area communities and officials, including Kansas City, Kansas, Mayor Tyrone Garner and U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids, D-3rd Dist.
“Part of the Kansas City Metro’s strength is our interconnection and collaboration. We should absolutely leverage that to bring smart, sustainable investments to our communities,” Rep. Davids stated in the news release. “Working together, we can use the historic bipartisan infrastructure law to make lasting improvements in our local economy, our climate impact, and our quality of life. I appreciate Congressman Cleaver’s leadership and look forward to working together with local and state partners in Kansas.”
“We look forward to catalyzing growth and opportunity within Kansas City, Kansas and Wyandotte County through the development of sustainable economic development strategies that are enabled by the Bi-State Sustainable Reinvestment Corridor and enhanced federal funding the corridor will bring to our community,” Mayor Garner said in the news release.
The bistate corridor would include State Avenue, Independence Avenue and Truman Road.
According to the news release, the bistate corridor would target federal funding to support:
• Zero-emission transportation options: Electric buses; new and upgraded mobility hubs; expanded KC Streetcar and MAX services; and pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. • Affordable housing: Energy-efficient retrofits; new units and construction; transit-oriented/connected development. • Green infrastructure: Enhanced tree canopy coverage; upgraded stormwater systems; electric vehicle charging stations; residential solar panels. • Broadband Access: Implementation of wired and wireless service; increased capacity; updated equipment. • Safety and security enhancement: Shot spotter; license plate readers; Community Improvement Districts; other public safety technologies. • Economic development: Workforce training; access to child care; private investment along the corridor. • Public schools and libraries: Renewable energy and energy efficiency projects to reduce utility costs.
Grant to improve traffic flow at Legends not moved forward
In other recent news about The Legends Outlets and transportation, a grant application for improving traffic flow near The Legends did not move forward on Feb. 10.
At the Unified Government Commission’s Feb. 10 meeting, UG commissioners decided not to move forward with a grant application to the state of Kansas that would improve traffic flow and pedestrian access at the State Avenue and Village West Parkway area at The Legends Outlets. The project also would have redone an intersection, created opportunity for future growth at The Legends, and more access for those who are there for a game to walk to shopping areas while they are there.
The commission felt it did not have the $6.2 million required for the local match for the project. The $25 million project was through the Kansas Department of Transportation.
Economic reasons were cited for not moving the grant application forward.
The UG Commission did agree to move forward with two projects on the east side of Wyandotte County, an Armourdale project and the KC Riverfront project.
According to UG officials, there has already been enough funding invested in the Armourdale and KC Riverfront projects to provide the local match, without more being required from the UG.
The winter storm warning for the next few days has many Kansas Citians planning to stay home.
But what if you have no place to call home?
The forecast in Kansas City is dangerous for the homeless living on the streets and in encampments.
Shelter KC in Kansas City, Missouri, is preparing to handle increasing numbers of people seeking shelter from this miserable weather. Additional emergency beds are available, and Shelter KC works with the city and other shelters to make sure no one who wants a warm place to sleep is turned away.
At 32 degrees and below, Shelter KC allows guests to stay in the facility all day.
Cold weather also means people come in looking for coats and warm clothing – and those are in short supply. Especially needed are coats size 2X through 5X – and men’s pants.
At the same time, supplies of hygiene items are dwindling. Shelter KC could use donations of razors, full size lotion and body wash. More winter scarves, gloves and hats along with men’s underwear are needed as well. Every item the public donates is given out to the homeless seeking shelter. Go to www.shelterkc.org for more info on what is needed.
