Missouri

Some people mark the passing of time in a year by holidays or the weather. I like to experience the year through all the awesome fairs and festivals happening in Kansas City. There is literally something for everyone. From culture and music to films and commemorating historical events, there’s so many opportunities to get out …

Missouri is known as the “Show Me” State, but when it comes to Independence Day fireworks celebrations, it’s their turn to show us. And, oh my, do they ever! From the Ozarks to Mark Twain’s hometown, Missouri’s night skies explode on the Fourth of July with colors as the state says, “Happy birthday, America!” Here …

Kansas City has long been a foodie, beer, BBQ, entertainment, and jazz town. I have seen it change and grow so much in the nearly 20 years I’ve lived here. There have been so many incredible new restaurants opening that it’s hard for even locals to keep up. If you are visiting, it can be …

While the mention of something being “quirky” can sometimes be interpreted as something odd, that’s not the case for these bars and restaurants in Kansas City. When I describe them as quirky, I mean that they are unique and unlike other places you’ll find in the city. These places bring together some of the best …

As the weather warms up, and especially this year, we all want to get outside. Living in Kansas City has its perks as we have such a great variety all over the city. Whether you’re looking for a romantic spot for a date night under the stars or catching up with your buddies over beers, …

There may be some disagreement about who and when they were invented, but there’s no doubt that donuts are a crowd pleaser. Just the smell of hot oil transports me back to when my Nana used to make her cinnamon and sugar cake donuts. The hard part was waiting for them to be cool enough …