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Madison McMillen

Newsletter Editor

Madison McMillen is a journalist born and based in Kansas City. She has previously worked as Assistant Director of Photography for the Columbia Missourian and as a Digital Ambassador for the Courier-Tribune. She enjoys tasting her way through KC’s food scene and exploring Loose Park with her dog, Nelson.

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Play
Kansas City’s dog-friendly guide
Explore these dog-friendly places in KC that span from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, and stay the night.
April 14, 2025
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Travis Meier
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City
Keep your street green with the Great Kansas City Cleanup
With Earth Day just around the corner, we’re sharing how to get involved with green city initiatives — including starting your own neighborhood cleanup.
April 9, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Culture
Teddy Bears, Cows + Five-ft Hearts: KC’s sculpture parade fascination
As the Parade of Hearts takes a year off, we’re retracing a unique phenomenon that’s kept locals looking for public art in all sorts of shapes and sizes.
April 2, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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What to expect at the polls on Tuesday, April 8
See what measures made it to the ballot + how to ensure your voice gets heard.
April 1, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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City
Get ready to ride with WMATA’s Better Bus Network
Starting this June, the metro-wide redesign is coming to a stop near you bringing new names, adjusted routes, and improved frequencies.
March 28, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Breaking down Kansas City’s record $2.5 billion budget
The 2025-2026 fiscal year will see the city’s highest ever spending in public safety + road improvements, plus tons of other items geared at keeping up with KC’s historic growth.
March 26, 2025
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Dayten Rose
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Play
Happy trails: Our guide to hiking around Kansas City
Check out these 15 hiking trails catered to all skill levels in and around the Kansas City metro for outdoor adventures.
March 24, 2025
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Madison McMillen
Five people dressed in reflective work vests look into overgrowth off the side of the road. The second volunteer from the left is looking behind and smiling at the camera while holding a sign that says "Volunteers at work, ask us why, Arlington Regional Master Naturalist Park Stewards Program."
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Where to give back and volunteer in NOVA
This list of volunteer opportunities around Arlington and Alexandria includes everything from animal shelters to veterans associations.
March 21, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Your guide to the Kansas City Royals’ 2025 MLB season
Baseball is back — here’s how to stream the games, tailgate like a pro, and root on the Royals this 2025 MLB season.
March 19, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Live
20+ pizza shops in Kansas City
Dig into Kansas City’s must-try pizza shops including local legends, fancier fare + cross-country crusts.
March 14, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Business
The history of Winstead’s in Kansas City
There’s more to Winstead’s than burger and milkshakes — there’s stories to be told, too. Dive into the history of this diner franchise and see where it stands in our city today.
March 12, 2025
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Bella Rainey
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Events
Be a hero (or villain) at Planet Comicon Kansas City
The annual event draws fans, vendors, cosplayers, and celebrity guests from across the country to celebrate all things fandom, Friday, March 21-Sunday, March 23.
March 11, 2025
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Dayten Rose
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Events
Boulevardia announces lineup for its 10th anniversary festival
Tickets are on sale now to catch hometown hero headliners Tech N9ne and The Greeting Committee at Kansas City’s biggest block party.
March 6, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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City
Better your corner of KCMO with the Neighborhood Empowerment Grant
A new round of funding means local neighborhood associations were awarded up to $20,000 each for community projects.
March 6, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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City
Here’s how you can get free trees in Kansas City, MO
The City of Kansas City, Missouri is planting 10,000 trees as part of its sustainability efforts — here’s how you can score a free one.
March 6, 2025
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Bella Rainey
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Arts
New Parade of Hearts design revealed
The beloved annual sculpture fest is taking a break as it prepares to bring a new shape to the streets of Kansas City, just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
March 4, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Small Business
Get crafty with these locally-owned KC craft supply stores
Whether you’re a knitter, seamstress, clay artist, or painter, find the supplies you need to create your masterpiece at these locally-owned craft stores.
March 4, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Small Business
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at KCtoday in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 26, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
KCtoday_Mulligan's Country Club
Culture
Mulligan’s Country Club takes a swing at vintage golf swagger
The “Caddyshack"-meets-classic clothing brand is opening a Westwood storefront just blocks from one of the metro’s most historic courses.
February 26, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Development
Tap in to 15+ of Kansas City’s most anticipated developments
There’s a lot to look forward to in Kansas City over the next few years. See what other locals are most excited for and when to expect construction to wrap up.
February 24, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Travel and Outdoors
Fly out of Kansas City on one of these affordable flights
Escape the cold in KC by taking one of these affordable flights to a new city.
February 17, 2025
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Mitch Hooper
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Education
UMKC earns top research honors, ranks among Ivy League programs
The university’s Carnegie R1 designation makes it one-of-a-kind in Kansas City, pushing the region’s reputation as a hub for research + innovation.
February 14, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Culture
Debunked: The myth of Hallmark holidays (and the sliver of truth)
Here’s a look at the origins of three “Hallmark holidays” — and how they actually have nothing to do with cards or TV channels.
February 13, 2025
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Travis Meier
KCtoday_Berkley Riverfront
Development
Updates + renderings of Berkley Riverfront’s 10-year plan
This waterfront property has already undergone a big facelift in the past few years — now see what’s next on the docket.
February 9, 2025
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Madison McMillen
CHIEFS SUPER BOWL
Sports
Psychics, zoo animals + AI predict which team wins Super Bowl LIX
Bird-brained or not, animals at Des Moines’ Blank Park Zoo have correctly pegged 11 of the last 13 Super Bowl champs.
February 5, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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City
Decode the code: Do I really need to license my pet?
Depending on your furry, feathered, or scaled friend of choice, there are a few rules for local pet owners to keep in mind.
January 29, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Live
Where to find lunch for $10 or less in Kansas City
We’ve rounded up 20+ local deals that’ll help you enjoy your lunch break without breaking the bank.
January 29, 2025
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Madison McMillen
KCtoday_AFC Championship
Sports
Get prepped for the Kansas City Chiefs at Super Bowl LIX
Real fans don’t wait to get their Chiefs gear.
January 27, 2025
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Charmaine Merriweather
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Food
Kansas City’s 2025 James Beard Award semifinalists
See what awards local chefs, restaurants + bars may walk away with at this year’s “Food Oscars.”
January 23, 2025
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Madison McMillen
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Culture
Lunar New Year celebrations in Kansas City
Ring in the Year of the Snake.
January 17, 2025
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Bella Rainey
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