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Made in KC Reopening Plan

As Made in KC looks to reopen our shops this Thursday, we want to provide a little background on our decision to reopen, and the steps we are taking to protect our customers and employees. If you want to see our complete thought process, start at the top. If you want to see some of the explicit measures we're taking, scroll down to the "HOW" section. Read Article

The Monarch Bar's Reopening Plan

The Monarch Bar has made the difficult decision to not re-open to the public under the revisions to the 10/10/10 guidelines which go into effect ‪on May 15. Read Article

J. Rieger's Reopening Plan

With the updated guidance announced today for KC bars and restaurants, we wanted to share that we are electing to keep the distillery closed to the public for the time being. Right now we are targeting a June or July reopening and we will continue to keep everyone updated. There is a lot for us to accomplish between now and then- building modifications, implementing menu changes, ordering supplies, retraining staff, etc. When we reopen, we want to offer an experience we are proud of- hospitable, comfortable, and relaxing. Read Article

The KC Streetcar Adjusts Hours and Service in Support of Kansas City's Reopening

(Kansas City, Missouri) – In support of Kansas City, Missouri’s gradual reopening of downtown businesses, the KC Streetcar will slowly add service and hours in a phased approach.  Read Article

Wayside Waifs Reopening Plan

KANSAS CITY, Missouri – On Friday May 15, things will start to go back to a new normal at Wayside Waifs. Read Article

Your Chamber at Work - May 11, 2020

FROM THE KC CHAMBER'S PRESIDENT AND CEO One of the questions we’ve heard several times from contacts to our Return to Workplace Help Desk is “When are most companies going back to the workplace?” So we polled our Chamber Board members at a special meeting this past Friday, and this is what we found out: Read Article

Dobies Health Marketing, KCHCS and Grapevine Designs Collaborate to Support the KC Healthcare Community

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (May 1, 2020) – As part of their shared commitment to serving the local community, the teams at Dobies Healthcare Marketing and Grapevine Designs donated time and talent to support the launch of a new initiative from the Kansas City Healthcare Communicators Society (KCHCS). The program, called KC Loves Healthcare, recognizes and honors healthcare professionals and support teams throughout Kansas City for their heroic work and dedication. Read Article

Kansas City Regional COVID-19 Response & Recovery Fund announces $3.2 million in second round of grants

Grants continue to address urgent needs Read Article

Your Chamber at Work - April 27, 2020

FROM THE KC CHAMBER'S PRESIDENT AND CEO Though dates may differ at the moment, there are plans underway to reopen our regional economy. To help businesses return to the workplace safely, the KC Chamber, Kansas City Area Development Council, Civic Council of Greater Kansas City, and Mid-America Regional Council have developed a guide outlining recommendations for reopening. We’re calling it the Safe Return KC Guide. Read Article

COVID-19 pop-up testing sites set up for KCMO residents

The Kansas City, Missouri Health Department has set up four pop-up testing sites for KCMO residents who want to be tested for COVID-19.   Testing is available at no cost on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (April 27-29). You do not have to have symptoms to be tested but you  must pre-register and be at least seven-years old.   Read Article