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Pizza Tascio, New York-style pizzeria, expanding into Olathe
A pizzeria that started out on the other side of the state line is widening its Johnson County footprint. Missouri-based Pizza Tascio has a new Olathe location in the works, set to open later this spring. Pizza Tascio is coming to 1485 E. 151st St. The restaurant is coming to...
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University of Kansas Reviews & Admissions Statistics
The University of Kansas Department of Film & Media Studies in Lawrence, KS, blends rigorous film theory, history, and critical studies with hands-on production training in its BA and BGS degrees (Production concentration), where students begin making films sophomore year (FMS 275 Foundations of Filmmaking Practice) and complete capstone projects using a 14,148 sq. ft. facility that includes a 2,700 sq. ft. soundstage, state-of-the-art recording studio, and $1.8 million in professional equipment.
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Local chain The Bar opening new Olathe location later this year
A local bar and grill is preparing to deepen its roots in Johnson County this spring. The Bar will be at 17927 W. 119th St. The restaurant is coming to a brand new space just off 119th Street and Ridgeview Road in Olathe. The new building will be part of...
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Prairie Village woman’s collection of quilts and handmade vintage dolls are stars of new book
Amy Barickman’s love of textiles started at a young age. Barickman, who is now a Prairie Village resident, grew up in Des Moines, Iowa, where her mother, Donna, owned a textile store that sold patterns for fabric projects and hosted craft classes, ultimately getting into quilting. Her passion for...
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The Unforgettable Missouri Diner That’ll Transport You Back To Childhood
There’s a place in Kansas City where your inner child gets to be in charge for a while, and that place is called Fritz’s Railroad Restaurant. Forget everything you know about how restaurants are supposed to work, because this spot has decided that the best way to deliver food is via model train, and honestly, they’re not wrong.
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Free State High School’s pop variety show to showcase throwbacks and modern hits
Performers in Encore, Free State High School’s upperclassmen pop variety show, are gearing up to showcase music for all ages at the annual spring performance. The show has been held every spring since the school’s opening in 1997. For choir students, Encore helps to serve as a senior...
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Retro Cocktail Hour celebrates 30 years of strange music at Liberty Hall
Retro Cocktail Hour’s 30th anniversary filled Liberty Hall on Saturday night with Hawaiian shirts, leis, cocktails, and retro wear all around. A band specialized in a mixture of jazz and classic rock, Nutty performed classic songs ranging from the Spiderman theme to “Hit the Road, Jack.” Their comical transitions led to a night of laughter and drinking jokes.
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The Pork Tenderloin At This Homey Restaurant In Missouri Is So Good, You’ll Drive Miles Just For A Bite
There’s a meat mecca in Kansas City where steaks have been sizzling since Eisenhower was president, and locals would sooner give up barbecue than reveal this gem to outsiders. Jess & Jim’s Steakhouse has been doing one thing exceptionally well since 1938: serving up steaks that make grown adults...
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5 Best Burger Spots in Overland Park that Locals Rave About
In the Kansas City metro, you’re never far from a great burger—and Overland Park holds its own with a mix of old‑school joints, sports bars, and chef‑y spots. These five are constant favorites when OP residents talk about the best burgers close to home. 1. Burg...
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Ready for a Kansas City food challenge? These enormous meals will test your appetite
This story was first published in KCUR's Adventure newsletter. You can sign up to receive stories like this in your inbox every Tuesday. It's easy to be intimidated by a four-foot burrito or by a 10-patty hamburger. But for some, the size of the meal is the point. Food challenges are even considered a competitive sport, with their own heroes and villains.
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French-Inspired Paris Baguette bakery sets timer for downtown KC opening; B&B shutters historic theater down the block
As one high-profile set of doors closes, another is expected to open by year’s end, the Power & Light District announced Monday, teasing the late-2026 arrival of a viral scratch bakery that already has kneaded its way into Johnson County with immediate word-of-mouth success. Paris Baguette, a global franchise-based bakery with more than 4,000 locations The post French-Inspired Paris Baguette bakery sets timer for downtown KC opening; B&B shutters historic theater down the block appeared first on Startland News .