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Their exclusive Chiefs hoodies sold out in less than three hours; How you can snag a tee before it’s too late

By Tommy Felts / January 17, 2022

Chiefs playoffs tickets might be the hottest-selling item in town, but there’s a close second. Lines started forming at 4 p.m. Friday outside MADE MOBB’s headquarters in the Crossroads as fans eagerly awaited the release of the premier KC streetwear brand’s exclusive post-season collaboration with the Kansas City Chiefs. And the crowds didn’t let up…

Taste 200 restaurants in 10 days? Why your stomach (and hungry neighbors) will thank you

By Tommy Felts / January 14, 2022

Curious Kansas City diners can step away from their kitchens for the next 10 days, teased Carlos Mortera, as chefs at 200 restaurants across the city plate their latest trending tastes during the metro’s most-anticipated culinary showcase. “It’s a big deal in Kansas City. Many of the restaurants feature items they don’t usually have on the…

After years searching for belonging, new VFA director discovers like minds within startup workforce fellowship

By Tommy Felts / January 14, 2022

Craig Moore’s new role at Venture for America gives him even greater opportunities to boost representation for entrepreneurs and workers of color, the Black Excellence KC co-founder said. And VFA already has been doing the work, he added. “This is probably the most culturally aware group I have ever been a part of,” said Moore,…

She’s on a mission to boost the region’s tech talent; SnapIT’s new office in Wichita is the next step

By Tommy Felts / January 14, 2022

Overland Park-based SnapIT Solutions has expanded its promise to deliver high-quality technology job training and educational services into Wichita, Neelima Parasker said, detailing a new partnership between the information technology firm and Wichita State University.  “The IT side of the tech industry is now more in demand than ever. … I want to maximize Kansas’…

Kauffman awards Omni Circle $360K grant to help build minority small business hub

By Tommy Felts / January 13, 2022

Startland News’ Startup Road Trip series explores innovative and uncommon ideas finding success in rural America and Midwestern startup hubs outside the Kansas City metro. This series is possible thanks to the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, which leads a collaborative, nationwide effort to identify and remove large and small barriers to new business creation. Editor’s…