Wir 5/29/26. The City publishes Week in Review (WIR) weekly to inform the community about local news. Post Date: 05/29/2026 3:05 PM Friday Greetings, * Last week at its annual conference, NKC Municipal Court Administrator Raschelle Perry was elected Secretary of the Missouri Association for Court Administration. Congratulations! * North Kansas City is excited to announce Fresh Market of Northtown, a new full-service grocery store, is coming to North Kansas City in 2027! The new store will be located in the One North Development, between the Aloft & Element Hotels and the Ora Apartments, along Diamond Parkway. This transformational project will bring expanded grocery options, fresh food access, and new investment to its community. This project represents a major milestone for Northtown and reflects the City's continued commitment to thoughtful redevelopment, community amenities, and creating a vibrant destination for residents and visitors alike. Here's a link to the presentation: https://www.youtube.com/live/ud-gu73I_FY?si=zq2oJrwTKKcu_RlX * North Kansas City hope to see you TOMORROW (5/30) for the next Northtown Supper from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Macken Park! North Kansas City will bring hamburgers and hot dogs; you bring sides for your family. Don't forget your lawn chairs and blankets! Northtown Supper is a welcoming community meal for North Kansas City residents. Whether you're new to the community or have lived here for years, this is a chance to connect, build relationships, and enjoy a community meal in a relaxed, friendly setting. All residents are invited and encouraged to come as they are - pull up a chair and build a stronger, more connected Northtown. Kids are welcome and encouraged! * The NKC Road District has begun overlay operations as part of this year's street maintenance program. The work will take place in four separate sections throughout the community. Residents and motorists are encouraged to exercise caution in work zones and to expect occasional traffic impacts during construction. All work schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change. For more information, visit https://www.nkc.org/government/departments/public-works/public-works-services/current-projects/road-district-resurfacing. * The City is excited to introduce Northtown Now, its new all-in-one civic engagement app designed to keep residents informed and connected. With Northtown Now, citizens can quickly report concerns such as potholes, streetlight outages, code issues, and more directly to City staff. The app also provides important City news, updates, notifications, and emergency alerts - all in one convenient place. Download Northtown Now today in both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, and help North Kansas City build a stronger, safer, and more responsive community together. Don't want the app? Choose these additional ways to stay connected: * SMS Texts - Text "Join" to (816) 203-3750 * Voice Calls - Call (816) 203-3750 to opt in for voice call notifications. Please note: these are automated voice notifications, not live phone calls. * Northtown2040 is moving forward after a successful Visioning Workshop with the Steering Committee. The collected ideas and data are being digested and processed to fully understand where the community sees issues that need to be addressed, as well as where North Kansas City is succeeding. Sign up for the Steering Committee at northtown2040.com to join the planning process and share your thoughts for the future of Northtown. * Looking for a volunteer opportunity? NKC Parks & Recreation is looking for volunteers to help out with Arts in the Park! Volunteer for a few hours, get some cool swag, and enjoy the arts! To sign up for a shift, visit tinyurl.com/aitpvolunteer. * Check out all the fun events happening in NKC this Summer! See the full schedule in the photos below. * The 10th annual Arts in the Park festival is only a few weeks away! Art, music, food, brews, and more to enjoy right in North Kansas City's backyard in Macken Park, Friday, June 12, from 5-10 p.m., and Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. You won't want to miss the celebration this year! See more details at www.artsinthepark.org. * Save the Date! North Kansas City will be cutting the ribbon on River Forest Park on Thursday, June 18, at 4 p.m.! More information is coming soon, but North Kansas City hope to see you there! * NKC Residents can purchase discounted passes for the Gorman Pool at City Hall. (Proof of residency required.) Located at 1101 NE 47th Street, the Gorman Pool features a 50-meter outdoor pool perfect for recreation and lap swimming. For more information, visit www.nkc.org/its-city/community-resources/anita-gorman-pool-pass-program. Upcoming Meetings and Events: * Northtown Supper Picnic - Saturday, May 30, 5:30-8 p.m., Macken Park * City Council Meeting - Tuesday, June 2, 6 p.m. * Northtown2040 Visioning Workshop - City Council & Planning Commission Joint Session - Tuesday, June 2, 6 p.m. * Planning Commission - Thursday, June 4, 6 p.m. * Friday in the Park - June 5, 11:30 a.m., Macken Park * Community Enrichment Advisory Committee - Thursday, June 11, 6 p.m. * Arts in the Park - Friday, June 12, 5-10 p.m., Macken Park * Arts in the Park - Saturday, June 13, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Macken Park * City Council Meeting - Tuesday, June 16, 6 p.m. * Friday in the Park - June 19, 11:30 a.m., Macken Park * Movies at Macken - Hoppers - Friday, June 26, 7:30 p.m. * Friday in the Park - June 26, 11:30 a.m., Macken Park

The Fresh Market opens new Pittsburgh store. The grocer's new Western Pennsylvania location features a restaurant and bar concept The Fresh Market has opened a new store in Pittsburgh. The Fresh Market has a new store in Western Pennsylvania as the specialty grocer celebrated the grand opening of its new Pittsburgh location. The new store, at 5880 Centre Ave., offers an expansive footprint featuring a restaurant and bar concept to complement the brand's guest experience. Those attending the grand opening experienced a traditional The Fresh Market opening day, complete with a ribbon-cutting, a $5,000 donation to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, plus giveaways and sampling throughout the store. "We are excited to share this store with our new guests in Pittsburgh," said Brian Johnson, CEO of The Fresh Market. "The Fresh Market shopping experience is unlike any other, and we're proud to offer something for everyone: exceptional quality, everyday value, and real choice. From specialty items and the freshest produce to ready-to-enjoy meals and local favorites, our goal is to help guests make everyday eating extraordinary, whether it's their weekly or daily shop, a special occasion, or an easy, affordable dinner tonight." In addition to the restaurant and bar concept, company officials said the 32,289-square-foot store features an elevated assortment designed to inspire guests, including extensive meat and seafood selections, nationally recognized bakery and produce departments, and a carefully curated selection of global products and seasonal features. The Fresh Market operates more than 170 stores in 22 states. * The Fresh Market Reopens Hurricane-Damaged North Carolina Store After more than a year, the Hendersonville location is again welcoming shoppers * Store Brands Spotlight Episode 36: The Fresh Market's Packaging Reinvention The Fresh Market's Michelle Beck and Equator Design's Michael Duffy offer insights about the grocer's efforts to overhaul its own brand packaging designs