Is the Lake of the Ozarks changing? That’s the word blowing through the leaves of the black and scarlet oaks in Osage Beach. The massive man-made lake — it has more shoreline than the California coast — is seemingly having a moment. The boats are bigger, they say, and the new lakeside swim-up bars draw… Continue reading Are the Ozarks trendy? We went to the new Margaritaville resort to find out
In 1929, the American spinach industry was having a Popeye-powered boom. The stocky, hot-tempered cartoon sailor had caused spinach sales to spike by 33 percent — causing a market wave that hit Lenexa, Kansas, where the leafy green happened to grow particularly well. A buyer from the Ernst Applebaum Company of Chicago sought out spinach… Continue reading How Lenexa became the spinach capital of the world
September 1 Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats Roots rocker Nathaniel Rateliff hails from the town of Hermann, Missouri, just three hours east of Kansas City. It’s only been a year since he played his last soulful, sold-out CrossroadsKC show, but the wailing frontman known for his rhythmic footwork is already back. CrossroadsKC, 417 E.… Continue reading The best Kansas City concerts, festivals and events in September 2019
When you’re busy, squeezing in a trip to the nail salon can feel like another chore on your list. A lot of local salons know this, which is why they put a premium on speed, convenience and price. A few spots go the opposite direction, creating a full-on luxury spa experience. Sometimes, we just want… Continue reading These boutique nail salons are the perfect balance between accessibility and luxury
Linear textures and patterns like plaid, pinstripes and tweed have come a long way from their traditional place in men’s suitwear. Now, the chic English styles are everywhere. Whether you want to elevate a classic style or put a contemporary spin on it, these blocky fabrics are worthy fall additions to your wardrobe. Shop the… Continue reading These classic textures never go out of style
Ashley Marie Hazelwood found her love of hair and makeup through her Aunt Dixie, a model and figure skater who posed for Clairol in the ’60s. Hazelwood would sit in the bathtub and zealously watch Dixie do her makeup every day. “When I was 16 or 17, she took me to MAC and Bobbie Brown… Continue reading A hair and makeup artist gives us an inside look on KC Fashion Week
Watch Downton Abbey The British historical drama comes to the big screen in continuation of the popular television series, which ended in 2015. The movie follows life on the Crawley family estate in the English countryside, this time as they host King George V at the Abbey. Listen Country Squire Sturgill Simpson produced the new… Continue reading Our favorite fresh and new sights and sounds in September 2019
