After years of flying under the radar, Kansas City’s pro hockey team is skating into the spotlight, stacking playoff runs, NHL partnerships and a fan experience that keeps getting louder

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For years, the Kansas City Mavericks were the “best-kept secret in Kansas City,” according to Mavericks Chief Operating Officer James Arkell. Well, it should be secret no more: There is hockey in Kansas City, located right down the road at Cable Dahmer Arena. And it’s not just hockey—it’s high-level professional hockey with an entertaining atmosphere… Continue reading After years of flying under the radar, Kansas City’s pro hockey team is skating into the spotlight, stacking playoff runs, NHL partnerships and a fan experience that keeps getting louder

Mikita Burton Named Kansas City Restaurant Association’s 2025 Influencer of the Year

The Missouri Restaurant Association‘s Kansas City chapter has named Mikita Burton as its 2025 Influencer of the Year! The award was announced January 3 at the association’s annual banquet, honoring creators who support Missouri’s restaurant community through thoughtful and authentic storytelling. For Burton, the recognition came as a surprise (but an affirming one!). “It’s an… Continue reading Mikita Burton Named Kansas City Restaurant Association’s 2025 Influencer of the Year