General Motors is laying off 1695 employees at its Fairfax Assembly and Stamping plant in Kansas City, impacting production of the Cadillac XT4 and Chevrolet Malibu. The layoffs come as the plant prepares for a retooling to produce the next generation of Chevrolet Bolt EVs and XT4.
Get ready for spine-tingling thrills as Kansas City’s West Bottoms haunted attractions, Edge of Hell, Beast, and Macabre Cinema, celebrate their 50th anniversary with a season full of terrifying encounters and innovative experiences. This year’s milestone features timed ticketing for a smoother, more enjoyable visit, allowing guests to dive headfirst into the heart of horror with less waiting and more scares.
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) has evolved from a strategic response to a devastating flood into a major transportation hub, connecting the Midwest to the world. From its humble beginnings to its modern, state-of-the-art facilities, MCI’s journey reflects the resilience and forward-thinking spirit of Kansas City.
The West Bottoms in Kansas City is getting ready for its annual First Friday Weekend, celebrating Halloween season with spooky attractions, live music, shopping, and more. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Edge of Hell Haunted Attraction, and the festivities begin with Brews in the Bottoms from September 7-9.
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has denounced the Kansas City mayor’s office for ‘doxxing’ Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker in retaliation for his Christian views expressed in a commencement speech. Bailey, a Republican, believes Butker was discriminated against based on his religion and has vowed to hold city officials accountable. He has requested documents from the mayor’s office to understand who has control over the social media account used to reveal Butker’s residence.
SMC Global, a prominent manufacturer and distributor of chemical products, has recently acquired a half-mile portion of railway from Union Pacific located in Kansas City, Kansas. The move is part of the company’s ongoing investment in its US infrastructure to improve shipping and receiving capabilities. SMC Global aims to partner with local businesses specializing in contract manufacturing, chemical transloading, and packaging.
