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Vine Street Brewing’s Mega Event Packs Star-Studded Lineup & Uncovers Black Beer History

By Ryan S. ● Black Business ● March 25, 2024

Join the celebration of Black beer history and innovation at Vine Street Brewing’s “One Pint At A Time” mega event, a convening of Black craft beer pioneers.

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Kansas City to Host Buy Black Expo 2024 in a Milestone Year for Reparations Movement

By Ryan S. ● Black Business ● February 9, 2024

Join Kansas City’s Buy Black Expo on Feb 10, 2024, at the Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center for a landmark event that champions reparations and Black-owned businesses, delicious Black cuisine, and featuring Reparations trailblazer Robin Rue Simmons.

When Black Teachers Matter: Features from Teachers Like Me

By Lauren Winston ● Education ● December 11, 2023

Three educators from Black educator support network, Teachers Like Me, share their experiences in having a group that allows them to reach their goals.

Pooling Collective Power: The Heartland Equitable Development Symposium Is A Strategic Response to Kansas City’s Economic Divide

By Ryan S. ● Black Business ● October 3, 2023

Facing deep-rooted segregation and economic challenges, Kansas City’s Black community is taking matters into its own hands. The Heartland Symposium aims to direct vital resources to Black-led projects, challenging systemic barriers head-on.

America’s First Black-Owned Hard Seltzer is From Kansas City, & the Founders Just Got a $3 Million Investment From a Former Chiefs Player

By Ryan S. ● Black Business ● September 6, 2023

Discover how Kansas City-based Kin Seltzer, America’s first-ever Black-owned hard seltzer brand, has secured a pivotal $3 million investment from former Chiefs player Dezman Moses, underlining a period of booming Black entrepreneurship in Missouri’s beverage sector

Kansas City’s 2nd Annual Black Futures Event Promises A Night of Networking, Community-Building & Celebration

By Ryan S. ● Black Business ● February 17, 2023

A celebratory night of networking and community building with live music and over 30 local Black-owned business vendors.

Officially Here: Kansas City’s Ultimate Guide to Black Owned Restaurants (Full Listing)

By KC Defender Staff ● Arts & Culture ● January 19, 2023

Kansas City is home to some of the best Black-owned restaurants in the country. From soul food to Caribbean cuisine, jazz clubs, and brunch spots, you’ll never need to go anywhere else for a delicious meal. Here’s your ultimate guide to all the Black-owned restaurants in Kansas City.