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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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Tourism and Hospitality
Visiting Kansas City’s original sister city — Seville, Spain
We may not share clothes, but this international partnership has led to some pretty close ties.
April 17, 2024
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Madison McMillen
Two photos of water fountains, one featuring three bronze statues of children playing and the other a simple brick structure reading "Parkway Towers."
Parks and Recreation
Answered: Which waterworks is the newest addition to the City of Fountains?
Keeping a timeline of our 200+ registered fountains is no easy task.
April 17, 2024
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Madison McMillen
Bryan Alley chopping small orange mushrooms in front of a black background.
Restaurants
Mushroom Culture wants to bring fungi feasts to Kansas City
On a mission to educate the metro about sustainable mushroom agriculture with delicious food, Mushroom Culture needs investors to start serving up morels and more on 39th.
April 16, 2024
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Tourism and Hospitality
Plan ahead for these May 2024 festivals + events
Break out your pen (or app) and plan your summer calendar before the heat slows you down.
April 15, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Play
Wedding venues in Kansas City
Check out this list of local spots to host your special event.
April 11, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Business
Destination KCK, the metro’s new year-round vacay experience
You’ve already heard about its anchor attraction, Mattel Adventure Park — now get ready for dining, retail, and resort plans for the 180-acre plot.
April 9, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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City
KCMO named most pet-friendly city in US
It’s dog-gone paradise for pet owners in the metro, according to a recent study by Forbes Advisor.
April 9, 2024
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Madison McMillen
A sunlit building in West Bottoms.
Five local finds at West Bottom’s First Fridays
Have you ever wondered about the history behind the antique treasures at West Bottoms warehouses? Here are the stories of five Kansas City picks.
April 5, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Government
KC rejected a Crossroads stadium — what do our followers think?
The real life discussion reached a new level online. Let’s see what KCtoday’s Instagram followers had to say after the election announcement.
April 3, 2024
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Madison McMillen
Partial solar eclipse
Events
Celebrate the April 8 eclipse Kansas City-style
You won’t have another chance to party it up under a partially covered sun until 2044.
April 3, 2024
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Madison McMillen
A rooftop view of the East Crossroads.
City
The Crossroads stadium tax votes are in
Jackson County taxpayers made their voices heard regarding the 3/8-cent sales tax extension required to fund parts of a new downtown ballpark + Arrowhead renovations.
April 2, 2024
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Dayten Rose
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Sports
Mavericks are ECHL’s Mountain Division Champions
For the second time ever, the Kansas City Mavericks iced out the competition for a division title on the road to the Kelly Cup.
April 1, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Nonprofits
Our rabbit-friendly guide to Kansas City
Bunnies are the third most popular pet in the United States, but resources for these pet parents are often hard to come by... until now.
March 28, 2024
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Madison McMillen
FTW-Easter
Events
Springtime celebrations this weekend, March 29-March 31
Great weather and a holiday weekend mean our calendars are seriously hopping.
March 28, 2024
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Madison McMillen
Kansas City streetcar wrapped in Barbie decor. Called the Dream Streetcar. In promotion for Barbie movie.
Business
Come on, Barbie, let’s go party.... at Mattel’s new KCK theme park
Mattel Adventure Park Kansas City is bringing classic faves — including Hot Wheels, Thomas & Friends, Barbie, and Uno — to the metro in 2026.
March 20, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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History
KC Made: The Katz Drug Company
From fruit stand to drug store empire, the Katz family was a titan in 20th century Kansas City.
March 12, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Real Estate
The Bloch family’s $4.4 million Plaza penthouse is up for grabs
Picture an ‘80s soap opera interior, Kansas City-style.
March 12, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Sports
What to know before CPKC Stadium’s home opener
The KC Current are taking the teal wave to the world’s first purpose-built women’s sports stadium on Saturday, March 16. Find everything from public transit tips to halftime concessions in this home opener primer.
March 8, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Elections
Kansas to hold state-run primary for the first time since the ‘90s
Here’s what you need to know to cast your vote on Tuesday, March 19.
March 6, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Business
What former KC businesses do you miss the most?
Nothing stays forever... but sometimes we sure wish it did. We’re asking you to dish on defunct metro dives they wish they could step foot in once again.
March 6, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Food
BBQ champs O.G. Bandits take over KCI restaurant
The latest winners of the “Made for KC BBQ Championship” smoked the competition for a cash prize + a one-year lease at KCI’s exclusive barbecue experience.
March 4, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Culture
Best places to cry in Kansas City
We like to wear our KC Hearts on our sleeve.
February 27, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Education
Kansas City Art Institute named Fulbright Top Producer
For the first time ever, an art institution in Missouri is honored as a top producer for the prestigious scholarly program.
February 23, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Sports
Neighbor or Not — How would a Royals ballpark change the Crossroads?
The proposed plan is no homerun with locals. See what impact the park could have on Kansas City’s bustling arts district.
February 21, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Airports and Transportation
Check out the tollbooth-free future of the Kansas turnpike
Yes, it’s still a toll road. No, there’s no tollbooths. Here’s what you need to know before the state makes the big switch.
February 21, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Sports
Answered: our readers weigh in on the proposed Crossroads ballpark
Perfect spot or downright disaster? Our readers let us know how they’d vote this April.
February 19, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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City
How to give back + get help in Kansas City
As our community recovers from a crisis, here’s how to be one of the helpers.
February 15, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Sports
Royals plan “neighborhood ballpark” for the Crossroads
MLB team announces plans to plant a new stadium in the heart of the city.
February 13, 2024
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Madison McMillen
A shot of the downtown Kansas City skyline with five heart-filled map points.
Culture
Our readers’ local love stories
Our readers found the most romantic places.
February 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Retail
Get geared up for KC’s biggest party of the year
This Super Bowl victory parade is the most expensive yet. Step out in support of your favorite team with some new Red Kingdom merch.
February 9, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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