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🏗️ KU Cancer Center Expansion, 🌉 17K+ Vacant Lots Revived, ⚾ Home Run Derby X at The K
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Hey Kansas City Enthusiasts,
This week in Kansas City, the spotlight is on big changes and even bigger investments. From sweeping plans to transform the West Bottoms to the KU Cancer Center’s game-changing new campus, development is happening in every corner of the metro.
In this edition, we’re spotlighting:
▪️ Kansas City’s ambitious plan to revitalize 17,000+ vacant parcels
▪️ Atlas Nine’s giant new signage in Kansas City, KS
▪️ Playa Bowls opening its first KC-area location in Prairie Village
▪️ Home Run Derby X coming to Kauffman Stadium
We’ve also rounded up this week’s most-clicked headlines—plus new openings, local collabs, and the kind of development momentum that keeps Kansas City pushing forward.
KU Cancer Center Breaks Ground on Transformative New Cancer Complex
On May 23, 2025, the University of Kansas Cancer Center broke ground on a new complex that will combine research, clinical care, and advanced therapies in one location for the first time.
Located at 39th and Rainbow in Kansas City, the facility will feature real-time collaboration between physicians and researchers, faster access to personalized treatments, and an in-house CAR T-cell therapy lab.
Backed by a historic $100 million gift from the Sunderland Foundation and other funding sources, the project builds on KU’s NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center status and aims to become a global leader in cancer care and research.
Kansas City to Host Home Run Derby X at Kauffman Stadium
Kauffman Stadium will host Major League Baseball’s Home Run Derby X on Saturday, September 13, 2025, marking the first time the event is held in a Major League ballpark. This fast-paced, co-ed 3-on-3 competition combines power hitting with defensive plays, offering a fresh twist on the traditional derby format.
The event will feature two teams of Royals legends:
Royals Infield: Eric Hosmer, Mike Moustakas, and professional softball player Amanda Lorenz.
Royals Outfield: Alex Gordon, Lorenzo Cain, and Ben Zobrist.
They will face off against teams led by former MLB stars Daniel Murphy and Michael Cuddyer, with additional participants to be announced.
Gates open at 5:30 p.m., with the first game starting at 7:00 p.m.. The event will serve as the final qualifier in the 2025 Home Run Derby X tour, determining the last team to advance to the championship in Salt Lake City. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 30, starting at $21, with a pre-sale for Royals Season Ticket Members on May 29.
Why EVERYONE Wants To Live In THIS TOP Kansas City Suburb (Lee's Summit Missouri)
In today's video, I'm taking you around Lee's Summit, the best suburb in Kansas City for families! Let's learn why everyone wants to live in this top KC suburb!
Blending timeless character with smart updates, this beautiful home offers cozy spaces, modern features, and unbeatable walkability to some of KC’s favorite local spots.
🏷️ Property Overview
Price: $385,000
Year Built: 1932
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2 (1 en-suite upstairs, 1 remodeled full bath on main floor)
Garage: Detached 1-car
School District: Kansas City Public Schools (Hale Cook Elementary)
✨ Features & Highlights
Craftsman-style details with hardwood floors, fireplace & built-in shelves
Renovated kitchen with granite countertops & stainless steel appliances
Bright sunroom with French doors — ideal for home office or playroom
Spacious primary suite with private bath upstairs
Large backyard with patio for entertaining
Private drive + detached garage
Walkable to Hale Cook Elementary, Crow’s Coffee, Betty Rae’s, Hemma Hemma, City Gym & more
Spend the weekend exploring art in Prairie Village: - Fri from 5 PM–8 PM - Sat from 10 AM–8 PM - Sun from 11 AM–4 PM A community tradition that brings together artists and art lovers alike.
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