Travis Meier

Travis Meier

Senior City Editor, KCtoday

Travis is a launch editor for KCtoday and is based in Kansas City, MO. He previously worked for local news stations such as FOX4KC after earning his degree at the Missouri School of Journalism. In his free time, he loves to mountain bike, play the saxophone, and talk extensively about coffee + urban design.

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Culture
KC Halloween parties roundup
No plans? No problem. We have the details on where all the ghouls and ghosts will be partying this Halloween weekend.
October 27, 2022
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City
Kansas City version of Monopoly unveiled
Now you can own Crown Center and build hotels in Loose Park.
October 26, 2022
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Live
Neighborhood Guide: Your guide to Strawberry Hill, Kansas City, KS
Our readers said Strawberry Hill is one of KC’s most historic + walkable neighborhoods.
October 25, 2022
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Food
Cliff’s Taphouse moves into 8th and Broadway downtown KC
This new Garment District space is part of the Carnival Building renovation.
October 25, 2022
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Strut your spooky stuff at KC’s Halloween Fashion Show
Dressing up for Halloween is the latest fashion.
October 21, 2022
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History
3 ghost signs in Kansas City’s Crossroads explained
October 19, 2022
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Culture
‘Check your candy’ meme for Kansas City
Three things every Kansas Citian is allergic to.
October 17, 2022
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3 Kansas City hidden gems
These are places you wish you knew about (and now, you do).
October 17, 2022
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Work
KC’s Council-Manager government: How it works
From pen on paper to jackhammers on concrete.
October 13, 2022
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Culture
Lily Floral Designs opening in Kansas City’s Columbus Park
The new flower shop is right in between two other women-owned businesses.
October 11, 2022
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Sports
Kansas City’s feelings on a downtown baseball stadium
We’re sharing our readers’ list of pros and cons.
October 10, 2022
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Travel and Outdoors
Austin vs. Kansas City: A Showdown
We’re pitting bats against fountains + crowns against hearts.
October 7, 2022
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Sports
Kansas City Current’s Historic Stadium Groundbreaking
Making not just KC history, but global women’s sports history.
October 6, 2022
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Government
Kansas City, Missouri street resurfacing: update and resources
So, Main Street has been a little rocky.
October 5, 2022
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Events
Celebrating 135 years of Browne’s Irish Marketplace in Kansas City
Browne’s Irish Market spans five generations from the same family.
October 5, 2022
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Culture
Halloween at Union Station: new demos, virtual reality
Who knew spooky season could be scientific?
September 29, 2022
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Events
Kansas City’s first Fountain City Comedy Festival
A celebration of the local comedy scene with KC acts and national headliners.
September 23, 2022
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4 indoor plant shops in Kansas City, MO
Here are a few of our favorite leafy things.
September 19, 2022
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City
Meet the voices behind kctoday
Bella + Travis = power team.
September 14, 2022
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History
How Clay County pioneer graves ended up at a Liberty elementary school
Why grave sites were incorporated with the welcome sign.
September 13, 2022
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Sports
KC Current preps for new stadium
The club released renderings and access to membership.
September 13, 2022
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Play
Fall events happening in and around Kansas City, MO
Check out fall and Halloween-themed events happening in and around Kansas City in this seasonal guide.
September 9, 2022
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History
Queen Elizabeth’s connection with KC’s Harry S. Truman
Back when she was Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor.
September 9, 2022
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Early fall beer releases in Kansas City
Plus, Sausage Fest and Pickle Fest.
September 8, 2022
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City
Red Friday: How to get a 2022 Chiefs flag
Plus, how these funds benefit the families of sick children.
September 8, 2022
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Events
The most local events in Kansas City
Curated calendar for new openings, tours, exhibits, and foodie events.
September 7, 2022
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Sway Coffee Roasters: new café in KCK
Do you know the (S)way?
September 6, 2022
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Arts
KC Irish Fest: Inside the music and dance with Annie Stark
September 1, 2022
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City
August, 2022 review: 816 Day, Little Miss + Waldo guide
August 30, 2022
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6 new River Market developments
August 26, 2022
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