Kansas City Gleam: Local Spin, Deals & Cleanup Amid World At War

Lots of stuff to consider tonight in our Friday post that's more of a a placeholder in hopes that we'll share even more for the morning/noon update . . . For now here's what we're reading by way of pop culture, community news and top headlines.

Check TKC news gathering . . .

Roundup After Musical Career

Amid decision to close beloved Kansas City record store, 7th Heaven owner reflects on 50 years of business

For the last 50 years, 7th Heaven has been a staple for music enthusiasts in the Kansas City area. Though it wasn't an easy decision, owner Jan Fichman reflected on the decision to close.

Barrio Bargains Abound

Affordable housing development heading to Kansas City's Westside

An affordable housing development project is coming to a Westside neighborhood in Kansas City for the first time in 20 years.

Cleanup Chance This Weekend

Jackson County hosts Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday morning

The event offers an opportunity for residents to safely dispose of household hazardous waste, protecting both the community and the environment.

Dead-Tree Reports Dryness

Lack of rain, gusty winds add to threat of wildfires sparking, spreading in KC area

Although Kansas City will have a summertime feel to it this weekend, here's why you want to be careful with outdoor burning.

Singing Of Playoff Hope

The brands are promotin' some ball: KC businesses look to capitalize on Royals' playoff return

The Kansas City Royals are back in the Major League Baseball postseason for the first time since winning the World Series in 2015, and fans aren't the only ones celebrating. Local businesses throughout the Kansas City area are hosting watch parties, promoting merchandise and cutting prices in honor of the Royals.

Already Sounds Like Holiday Season

Kate Hudson announces Christmas song

Kate Hudson is getting into the holiday spirit. The How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days star, 45, announced her latest single, a cover of Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.

White House Duet Underway

Biden says he and Kamala Harris are 'singing from the same song sheet' - as she tries distancing herself

In a surprise press briefing appearance on Friday afternoon, President Joe Biden made concerted efforts to link Kamala Harris to the work of the White House.

MAGA Promises Historic Redux

MAGA Crowd Roars as Trump Pledges to Restore Confederate General's Name to Military Base

The base Trump was referring to was founded in 1918 as Fort Bragg, named after West Point graduate and Confederate Gen. Braxton Bragg.

Cash on Veep Kamala Harris

Strong jobs report, port strike deal bolster Harris

A much better-than-expected jobs report released just hours after the quick suspension of a longshoreman's strike is giving a boost and some relief to Vice President Harris's campaign. ...

Vote Counting Fight Underway

Swing State Sued For Withholding Names Of Over 200,000 Registered Voters Who Did Not Provide Proof Of Citizenship

America First Legal sued the Arizona Secretary of State for not handing over names of over 200,000 registered voters who haven't provided proof of citizenship.

Water, Water Everywhere . . . 

A Deluge of Rain Poured Out of the Heavens. But There's Still No Drinking Water.

City officials have refused to provide estimates of when the devastated water system in Asheville, N.C., will be back in operation.

MAGA Inspired?!?

Okla. is buying schools 55,000 Bibles. Specs match the $60 Trump Bible.

Oklahoma is buying 55,000 classroom Bibles, with specifications that resemble the $60 Trump-endorsed Bible

Holy Land Keeps Options Open

Israel has given no assurances it won't target Iran's nuclear facilities, top State Department official tells CNN | CNN Politics

Israel has not given assurances to the Biden administration that targeting Iran's nuclear facilities is off the table in retaliation for the Iranian ballistic missile strikes earlier this week, a top US State Department official told CNN on Friday.

Science Against Vlad

Russia has lost access to CERN in a sign that its war in Ukraine is causing a major scientific brain drain

CERN is revoking access to 500 scientists from Russian institutions over the Ukraine war, in a move that could lead to a major brain drain for Russia.

World War III Almost Official

The week that pushed the Middle East closer to all-out war

There have been many moments of extreme danger over the past year. This is the worst.

Cryptic Hip-Hop Comments Reconsidered

Diddy tells Justin Bieber not to talk about 'things he does with big brother Puff' in resurfaced clip

Disgraced music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs warned Justin Bieber not to speak out about the "things that he does with big brother Puff" in a resurfaced video.

Northland Offers Ballers New Practice Home

Clay County leader would 'love to explore' new Chiefs facility idea

FOX4 asked him about a Kansas City Chiefs practice facility at the site. Nolte said that would be an opportunity that they would "love to explore."

Salvy Deserves Another Chance

Nobody deserves playoff baseball more than Salvador Perez

Salvy stayed with Kansas City through the wilderness and made it to the other side

No Discounting Friendship

Independence Animal Services hosts fee-free adoptions to lessen burden on shelter

Animal shelters across the country are facing critical capacity issues, and that's no different here in the Kansas City area.

Local Fashions Featured

Grant Kratzer's clothing brand Cheatin Snakes is taking off, Most Recently With Rockstar Post Malone

After having hands in almost every creative pot, Grant Kratzer's clothing brand Cheatin Snakes is taking off, with Kratzer most recently acting as tour merch designer and stylist for rockstar Post Malone.

Weekend Forecast For Now

Windy, summer-like conditions coming Saturday

We'll slide back down towards fall Sunday.

Busta Rhymes - Do The Busabus Pt. 2 is the song of the day and this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.