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Bella Rainey

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Drink Up: Try something new at Boulevard Brewing Co.'s Rec Deck
Head to Boulevard Brewing Co.'s Rec Deck for an expansive, laid-back hall at the top of the Tours & Rec Center. Visitors can play games, enjoy the skyline, and of course — drink beer. Editor Bella sat down with Kaleigh Rangel to learn more about the space.
July 20, 2023
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Bella Rainey
KC Skyline as Pink Barbie Theme
City
We asked AI what a Barbie Dreamhouse would look like in Kansas City
In celebration of the “Barbie” movie hitting the big screen on Friday, July 21, we decided to ask AI what a Barbie Dreamhouse would look like if it were built in Kansas City.
July 20, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Cafe Caphe Drink KCtoday
Business
Drink Up: Uncovering the life of a barista with the Café Cà Phê team
Café Cà Phê is Kansas City’s first Vietnamese-owned coffee shop — and it has two brick and mortar locations. The shop team has grown in the last two years, so we decided to sit down with three baristas and chat about life behind the counter, their favorite drinks, and their side hustles.
July 18, 2023
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Bella Rainey
KCtoday with Cindy
Business
Drink Up Month: Sip on local wine with Somerset Ridge Vineyard and Winery
Somerset Ridge Vineyard and Winery creates wine here in Kansas soil. We sat down with owner Cindy Reynolds to chat more about what the vineyard means to KC + how the grape crumbles.
July 18, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Builders Gin - Restless Spirits KCtoday
Food
Drink Up Month: Celebrate Drink Up with the Builders Margarita from Restless Spirits
We’re settling right in with Drink Up Month, and the best way to do so is with a drink in hand. Let’s dive into how to make this Builders Margarita from the comfort of your home, thanks to Restless Spirits.
July 14, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Starlight KCtoday
Culture
Take a look backstage at Kansas City’s Starlight Theater
Kansas City is home to various venues for performing arts, with Starlight Theater being a changemaker in the way Kansas Citians enjoy live entertainment. Let’s dive into the outdoor theater’s history + view behind the scenes.
July 14, 2023
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Bella Rainey
KC Chiefs Practice Facility KCtoday
Sports
Patrick Mahomes stars in “Quarterback” docuseries on Netflix
Patrick Mahomes is a star on and off the field. The QB’s 2022 season is documented from week one through the Super Bowl LVII win, showing behind the scenes footage of post-game, sideline, and at home perspectives.
July 12, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Kansas City Skyline Liberty Tower View KCtoday
Play
Your ultimate guide to tours of Kansas City
Explore the City of Fountains through its history, food, drink, and art on these tour experiences.
July 12, 2023
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Bella Rainey
PH Coffee KCtoday
Business
Drink Up Month: Dive into the coffee industry with Holly Bastin from PH Coffee
Holly Bastin has seen the coffee industry grow and evolve over the last decade in Kansas City. Now, she is teaching classes at PH Coffee and is a World Champion barista coach.
July 10, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Digital graphic of a wood table with "Drink Up" written in white letters.
Food
Get ready for LOUtoday’s Drink Up Month this July
Buckle up for Drink Up Month, where we’re celebrating all of your favorite Derby City beverages.
July 6, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Whiskey Neat sign at West bottoms whiskey co
DrinkUp Month: Meet the founder behind West Bottoms Whiskey Co.
West Bottoms Whiskey Co. is joining the Drink Up Month celebration this July. Read Editor Bella and founder Alex Lindsey’s conversation about the biz, and stay tuned for a drink special at the end.
July 6, 2023
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Bella Rainey
TSwift The Eras Tour
Culture
Know before you go to Taylor Swift’s “The Eras Tour”
With 100,000+ fans attending the pop star’s “The Eras Tour,” the Kansas City region may be busier than usual. Here’s everything you need to know about attending the two night show at Arrowhead Stadium.
July 6, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour
Culture
Kansas City neighborhoods as Taylor Swift albums
The countdown is on for Taylor Swift’s “The Eras Tour” in Kansas City this weekend, so we’re diving into her discography and pairing each album to a Kansas City neighborhood.
July 3, 2023
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Bella Rainey
The Big Biscuit's Fried Chicken Sandwich
Food
Celebrate National Fried Chicken Day with The Big Biscuit
July 6 is National Fried Chicken Day, and The Big Biscuit is showing Kansas Citians how to celebrate. Let’s look at a recipe + pro tips for making the restaurant’s fried chicken.
July 3, 2023
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Bella Rainey
A peachy cocktail with a mint for Drink Up Month
Food
NASHtoday is celebrating Drink Up Month in July
Drink Up Month is all about spotlighting the beverage industry in Music City — from cocktails to coffee to beer, there’s a drink in Music City for everyone. Let’s dive into what the NASHtoday team has in store this July.
June 30, 2023
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Skylar Webb
Cornelia Street + Swift Street honorary signs in North Kansas City
Events
Ways to celebrate Taylor Swift’s “The Eras Tour” in Kansas City
No Taylor Swift tickets? No problem. We have three activities for Swifties across the Kansas City area, including shopping, friendship bracelets, and Taylor’s tunes.
June 30, 2023
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Bella Rainey
KC Bier Co Beer options KCtoday
Business
DrinkUp Month: Embracing German bier history with KC Bier Co.
Dive into the history behind German beer with local brewery KC Bier Co’s owner. Plus, get the details on the KCtoday + KC Bier Co happy hour on Thursday, July 6.
June 30, 2023
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Bella Rainey
NOOGAtoday | Chattabrewtour
Everything you need to know about NOOGAtoday’s Drink Up Month
Drink Up Month is all about celebrating the beverage industry in Chattanooga — from cocktails to coffee to beer, there’s a drink in the Scenic City for everyone. Let’s dive into what the NOOGAtoday team has in store this July.
June 28, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
Vine Street Brewing
Business
Vine Street Brewing Co. officially opens in the Historic 18th and Vine District
Vine Street Brewing is officially opening its doors in Kansas City this Friday, June 30. The brewery intends to uplift community voices and create a vibrant and inclusive environment.
June 28, 2023
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Bella Rainey
City Editors of the KCtoday Bella and Charmaine embrace in a friendly hug on a rooftop overlooking Kansas City.
City
Meet the mavens behind KCtoday
Learn more about KCtoday’s newest City Editor Charmaine and catch up with City Editor Bella.
June 27, 2023
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Charmaine Merriweather
KC Museum KCtoday
City
The Kansas City Museum is officially reopening Corinthian Hall in July
The Kansas City Museum’s Corinthian Hall is officially opening back up after months of water damage restoration this July.
June 23, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Downtown KC Skyline KCtoday
Business
Everything you need to know about KCtoday’s 2023 Drink Up Month this July
Drink Up Month is all about celebrating the beverage industry in Kansas City — from cocktails to coffee to beer, there’s a drink in the City of Fountains for everyone. Let’s dive into what the KCtoday team has in store this July.
June 23, 2023
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Bella Rainey
KC Current stadium KCtoday
Sports
An update on the Kansas City Current’s new stadium at Berkley Riverfront
The Current is changing the tides in women’s sports, building the first ever sports stadium purposed for a women’s team in the world. Let’s check in on updates to the project’s construction, anticipating a 2024 finish.
June 22, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Hallmark Cards KCMO KCtoday
Business
KC Made: How Hallmark planted roots for a global operation in Kansas City
From holiday cards to family entertainment, Hallmark has created an empire around the joys of living + loving. Let’s dive into the history behind the business in Kansas City, plus the innovations it brings to the table in the present day.
June 22, 2023
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Bella Rainey
made mobb KCtoday
Business
Learn about Kansas City small business MADE MOBB’s journey to big success
From cheap flights to Las Vegas retail conferences to releasing T-shirt designs with the Kansas City Chiefs, MADE MOBB has proved they are small but mighty in the Kansas City community.
June 21, 2023
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Bella Rainey
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Real Estate
Everything you need to know about short-term rentals in the Tampa Bay area
Let’s dive into what short-term rentals are, what ordinances are in place, and what contacts you can use to start operating in the Tampa Bay area.
June 20, 2023
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Brad Haft
KCtoday Janine Book Club
Culture
KCtoday June book club: “Crownchasers” by Kansan Rebecca Coffindaffer
Janine Kluckhohn is back with the KCtoday book club — this time, a page turning sci-fi fantasy young adult novel. Dive in and see what Janine has to day + then buy the book for yourself.
June 16, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Yoli Tortilleria James Beard Awards KCtoday
Food
How Yoli Tortilleria went from at-home experiments to a James Beard Award
Yoli Tortilleria changed the bakery landscape of Kansas City through their innovative Mexican tortillas — landing them the title of “Outstanding Bakery” at the James Beard Awards.
June 16, 2023
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Bella Rainey
KC_downtown skyline plus Liberty Memorial
City
Participate in these various passport programs in and around Kansas City
Check off your favorite brews, beans, and eats with these passport programs. Plus, benefit from various deals and discounts from each passport offering.
June 15, 2023
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Bella Rainey
Vaca Village
Real Estate
Everything you need to know about Vacation Village in Kansas City
Everything you need to know about the development of a new destination neighborhood in Kansas City coined Vacation Village.
June 9, 2023
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Bella Rainey
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