Monthly Archives: May 2005

Waris case expands

Posted on May 29, 2005 by BlogKC

The federal case against former County Executive Bill Waris has expanded. He is already going on trial for lying to a grand jury in order to cover-up some of current County Exec. Katheryn Shields’ alleged cronyism. Now there are allegations … Continue reading →

Posted in Crime, Jackson County, Politics | 1 Comment

Wow, our roads really suck.

Posted on May 26, 2005 by BlogKC

Missouri roads are usually rated as among the worst in the country, but here in KC we go above and beyond. Despite several recent bonds for infrastructure improvements, KC’s roads are now the absolute worst in the country. 71% of … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 3 Comments

Turning off the spigot?

Posted on May 25, 2005 by BlogKC

There’s no question Downtown is booming. It’s the hottest real estate market in the entire metro area right now. Much of that success is due to generous tax breaks. First there was the Missouri Historic Tax Credit that made rehabbing … Continue reading →

Posted in Downtown, Politics, Real Estate | 4 Comments

The saucer is now a pillow

Posted on May 24, 2005 by BlogKC

The Sprint Center’s design continues to evolve as architects work to deliver their high-tech vision on a modest budget. The latest designs give up the angular exterior in favor of a smaller (and cheaper) roof. KC Star: Arena plan evolves. … Continue reading →

Posted in Downtown, Sports | 9 Comments

We all know who’s really calling the shots

Posted on May 23, 2005 by BlogKC

This one is too funny to be real, but it is. A harmless joke a fire station groundbreaking: Kansas City Fire Chief Smokey Dyer looked at Mayor Kay Barnes and several City Council members sporting hard hats and poised with … Continue reading →

Posted in City Council, Politics | 1 Comment

Erin Go Blog

Posted on May 21, 2005 by BlogKC

The KC Irish Fest has a new blog to keep you updated on preparations for the the event on September 2-4, as well as various other Irish-related events around town.

Posted in Arts/Entertainment | 1 Comment

Crate & Barrel going to JoCo

Posted on May 21, 2005 by BlogKC

After a long courtship with the Plaza and a brief flirtation with the Power & Light District, the oft-pursued Crate & Barrel has chosen a south Johnson County location at a hundred-something and Roe for it’s first KC store.

Posted in Business, Suburbs | 1 Comment