The City of Kansas City, Mo., congratulates the Missouri Department of Transportation and its contractor on the new U.S. Highway 169 interchange at Shoal Creek Parkway, which opened Friday, November 22.
The project removed traffic signals at this intersection, replacing them with new, full access, free flow interchanges. This type of interchange has roundabouts at the ramp ends rather than traffic signals. This enables intersections to handle traffic at higher levels of service, thereby reducing excessive traffic signal wait time, which reduces congestion and improves air quality. It also is expected to improve traffic safety, provide better access and help with future economic development.
Crews also widened Shoal Creek Parkway (formerly Northwest 108th Street) to four lanes between North Holly Street and North Oak Trafficway and added bike lanes and a 10-foot multi-use sidewalk.
An earlier phase of this project replaced traffic signals with full-access, free flow interchanges at U.S. Highway 169 and Tiffany Springs Parkway (formerly Northwest 96th Street). Crews also widened Tiffany Springs Parkway between North Holly Street and North Oak Trafficway and added bike lanes and a 10-foot multi-use sidewalk. This phase of the project was completed in November 2012.
Both phases of this project were funded by an $18.3 million grant from the Federal Highway Administration. The City of Kansas City, Mo., provided $7.7 million as a local match for the grant. The Missouri Department of Transportation managed the design and construction of the project.
The City of Kansas City, Mo., is notifying motorists that two races will affect traffic in Kansas City on Thursday, Nov. 28.
The Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day 5K will begin on the north side of the Ward Parkway Center (at Ward Parkway and 86th Terrace). Road closures will take place from about 8:45-11 a.m. on the following race route: south on Ward Parkway (west side); east on Washington Street; north on Ward Parkway (east side); west on 83rd Street; and south on Ward Parkway (west side) to finish at 85th Terrace. For more information visit http://www.enter2run.com/search/event.aspx?id=18140.
The Hyde Park Pilgrim Run will begin at Pilgrim Chapel, 3801 Gillham Road. Road closures will take place from about 8:45-11:30 a.m. on the following race route: south on Gillham Road and turn around at 44th Street; north on Gillham Road; east on 39th Street; north on Harrison Parkway; west on 36th Street; south on Janssen Place; turn around north on Janssen Place and go east on 36th Street; and south on Gillham Road to finish at the Pilgrim Chapel. For more information visit www.pilgrimrun.org.
Please observe caution and obey all posted detours and barricades.
The City of Kansas City, Mo., is notifying motorists that the Kettle Run 5K race will close the following roads and entrances on Saturday, Nov. 23 from about 7:15-9:30 p.m.
– Both west entrances to Zona Rosa
– The north and west shopping areas of Zona Rosa (only closed to vehicles; Zona Rosa shops will still be open to pedestrians)
– North Congress Avenue, from Northwest Old Tiffany Springs Road to Northwest 86th Terrace
– Northwest Old Tiffany Springs Road, from Seymour Avenue to North Congress Avenue
Zona Rosa visitors and residents are advised to enter using the Barry Road entrance. Please observe caution and obey all posted detours and barricades.
According to Midwest Living, here are the top 10 ways to get active in Kansas City, Missouri!
Biking, disc golf, hiking—there’s no shortage of fun ways to get your blood pumping in Kansas City. And, you’ll find healthy eateries where you can fuel up for your active Midwest weekend getaway. Writer: Amy Lynch
1) Swope Park This scenic, sprawling 1,800-acre park has a swimming pool, golf course, soccer fields, baseball diamonds, tennis courts, hiking and biking trails—even a fishing pond. Even if you don’t have kids in tow, stop in the Lakeside Nature Center to learn about local wildlife and wildflowers. Then grab a map for a self-guided scavenger hunt.
2) Shoal Creek GolfClub Play on a nearly 7,000-yard course with varying elevations and a 25-station driving range/putting green. Golf carts are equipped with GPS to let you see exactly how far you’ll need to hit the ball. After your round, relax on the outdoor patio at the 11,000-square-foot clubhouse and refuel with a beer and a burger at the Players Grill. (816) 407-7242
3) Kessler Park Disc Golf CourseGet a workout—as well as some great views—as you make your way around this rolling course that threads through wooded terrain and around an old municipal reservoir. Because Kessler Park is one of the highest points in Kansas City, you’ll catch some stunning overlooks.
4) Cafe Gratitude All organic, all the time. This vegan cafe in the Crossroads Arts District serves fresh flavors with fun names; try the I Am Comforted roasted sweet potatoes in mint coconut chutney or the I Am Transformed corn tacos with black beans, brown rice and guacamole. (816) 474-5683; cafegratitudekc.com
5) Car-Free Weekends on Cliff DriveAn innovative Kessler Park program promotes healthy lifestyles by encouraging visitors to swap their four wheels for two. The Cliff Drive gates close to cars at 2 p.m. on Friday and stay shut until 8 a.m. Monday. This is a designated State Scenic Byway, guaranteeing you’ll see some beautiful natural features like woods and limestone bluffs as you hike, walk or bike.
6) Mill Creek Park Fitness TrailTest your strength and stamina at 10 fresh-air fitness stations along a 1-mile path through Mill Creek Park. Each exercise works a different muscle group, and walking or running between stations provides a little cardio boost.
7) Blue Bird Bistro This cheerful Crossroads District cafe puts locally sourced organic ingredients to tasty use, and even grows herbs and produce in a garden across the street. At dinner, we enjoyed a hummus and spinach salad topped with Granny Smith apples and pecans, as well as an organic risotto with broccoli, tomatoes and portobellos. (816) 221-7559; bluebirdbistro.com
8) Kansas City B-cycle Rent a bike for an hour or a day from any of the dozen B-stations scattered throughout downtown, saddle up for a DIY tour, then drop your wheels back ato any station when you’re done. Six organized tour options center around themes like spa, coffee, veggies and art; pick up a free mapped route card at local shops and hotels or download and print all six from the website. (816) 205-7056; kansascity.bcycle.com
9) The Mixx Build a salad with your choice of greens, dressing and customized Mixx-ins that include fruit, herbs, veggies, nuts, seeds, proteins and grains. You can also create a sandwich or order tempting menu items such as a Mediterranean veggie wrap or Thai salmon salad. Two locations; mixxingitup.com
10) The Q Hotel + Spa Kansas City’s first green hotel promotes earth-friendly policies, such as conserving water, recycling, composting and using alternative transportation. Take advantage of free shuttle service to area attractions, or in warm weather, borrow a bike. The Q also offers day passes to Gold’s Gym. If you happen to overdo it, soothe your aching muscles with a Swedish or hot-stone massage in the on-site Q Spa. (816) 931-0001; theqhotel.com
Kansas City Parks will be holding two Public Meetings to gather input from the community. The topic of discussion is a potential Community Center for the Kansas City Northland. A consultant team along with KC Parks are currently studying the feasibility for a new community center. This includes evaluating potential sites, determining the appropriate features and amenities, and developing a business plan pro forma for the project. KC Parks would like to receive feedback from the community on the issues related to this study.
The meetings will be held at the following locations and times:
The City of Kansas City, Mo., is notifying motorists that the JayDoc Dental 5K race will close Rockhill Road between Volker and Emanuel Cleaver II boulevards on Sunday, Nov. 17 from about 8:45-10 a.m. In addition, officers may temporarily stop traffic at the intersection of Volker Boulevard and Oak Street when race participants are present.For more information about this race, please visit http://www.sportkc.org/sportkc.aspx?pgID=866&event_id=993.
Please observe caution and obey all posted detours and barricades.
The City of Kansas City, Mo., congratulates the Missouri Department of Transportation and its contractor on the new U.S. Highway 169 interchange at Shoal Creek Parkway, which opened Friday, November 22.