
Haines Eason
Freelance WriterHaines Eason is the owner of startup content marketing agency Freelance Kansas. Previously, he worked as a managing editor for a corporate content marketing team and as a communications professional at the University of Kansas. His work has appeared in publications like The Guardian, Eater and Kansas! Magazine among others. Learn about him and Freelance Kansas on LinkedIn.
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Troost Avenue is one of Kansas City's major thoroughfares, running north from Columbus Park down to Bannister Road. You'll find plenty of options for coffee and ice cream, Jamaican and Caribbean fare, Mexican cuisine and bakeries.
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With a prime location on North America's migratory paths and a variety of welcoming natural spaces, the Kansas City area is full of great places for birding. Get your binoculars and head to these local and state parks, wildlife refuges and nature centers.
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After Lee's Summit leaders announced plans to change the name of their airport to the "Greater Kansas City Regional Airport," Kansas City Council approved its own plans to establish a policy around the use of the name "Kansas City."
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Kansas City has a robust soccer scene, with three professional teams, tons of league play and plenty of places to enjoy to the game. Find more spots to play and watch as the city gears up to host games during the 2026 World Cup.
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After early success as a stagecoach shop, Olathe is now classic suburbia dotted with shopping plazas and well-kept parks. Dive into the restaurant scene, history and natural splendor of this Johnson County suburb.
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The historic Rosedale neighborhood, now part of Kansas City, Kansas, is not just home to the University of Kansas Medical Center. Check out our intro to Rosedale's parks, restaurants, culture, and history.
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There's plenty of song and celebration this season with holiday concerts and shows around Kansas City.
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Hunting deer and other animals remains a popular hobby and way of life in Kansas and Missouri. KCUR's guide will help you learn the basics of how to get your permit, where to hunt, how to hunt safely, and how to navigate local hunting regulations.
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Kansas City is lucky enough to have bowling alleys scattered all over, so whether you're looking to join a league or booking a party for kids (or adults!), you can find a lane that fits your fancy.
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Kansas City has committed to planting 10,000 trees in three years. But the city's existing tree canopy is relatively old and under stress by climate change and other factors.