Monthly Archives: June 2006

Riverfest/Independence Day

Posted on Jun 29, 2006 by BlogKC

KC’s new Independence Day event returns for another year at Berkley Riverfront Park, featuring food, music, water sports, and Zambelli fireworks. A free shuttle will run from the 3rd and Grand bus station. Abundant parking is available at garages and … Continue reading →

Posted in Arts/Entertainment, Downtown | 14 Comments

New Food Blog

Posted on Jun 28, 2006 by BlogKC

Food, blogs, and photography – three things that go great together… noodletown is a delightful new blog with recipes and restaurant reviews, plus great writing and gorgeous photography. noodletown.blogspot.com

Posted in Arts/Entertainment, blogging | 2 Comments

Walking I-435

Posted on Jun 27, 2006 by BlogKC

Local blogger Scooter has been chronically various walks around the city, but his latest one is amazing – the I-435 loop from north to south.  That’s almost 30 miles from north to south!

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Moving a bridge, the movie

Posted on Jun 27, 2006 by BlogKC

January’s big railroad bridge move from the riverfront to Union Station will be televised tonight on the History Channel, 9:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m.

Posted in Downtown, Media | 4 Comments

Bartle v. Johnson

Posted on Jun 26, 2006 by BlogKC

The Star profiles the Republican primary race in Missouri’s 8th Senate District in Eastern Jackson County, where moderate Bob Johnson is challenging marquee wingnut Matt Bartle.

Posted in Politics, Suburbs | 3 Comments

KCK Street Blues Fest

Posted on Jun 23, 2006 by BlogKC

This weekend the KC Street Blues Festival is moving to new digs at Kaw Point park, the confluence of the Missouri and Kansas Rivers.  Lately it seems to be one of the few things KCK moving east instead of west… … Continue reading →

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Balanca’s spankful for reprieve

Posted on Jun 22, 2006 by BlogKC

Balanca’s has reached agreement with the authorities to retain it’s liquor license after a 21 day suspension and management training.  Now remember to leave your riding crops at home.

Posted in Arts/Entertainment, Crime | 1 Comment