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LOWDOWN ON THE LOU

Hot spots you don't want to miss

by Joel Epley in shut up & drive

NO COMPROMISED COFFEE

An air-roasted, quality cup of joe in Kansas City

by Cody Ward in feature

IOWA FEATURES 'AMERICAN GOTHIC'

Midwestern artists display prominent works

by Laura Boden in arts & entertainment

Most art followers and visitors come with one thing on their minds. They hope to catch a glimpse of Iowa artist Grant Wood's famous American Gothic. Wood's portrait of farmer and daughter standing in front of their small white farmhouse with the gothic inspired window has become an important piece of art and American history.

DRY OR SWEET?

Get a taste of your favorites

by April Zach in arts & entertainment

A table by a grand ballroom entrance provided wine tasters with a souvenir Ingersoll Wine & Spirits wine glass for sampling. Pamphlets with the table number of each distributor the beverages that each brought lay nearby. Individual tables lined the room walls as friendly-faced distributors showcased their tables.

MIX IT UP

Your drink options are endless at the City Market

by Lynne Cuda in point of view

Wandering around fruit stands and pumpkins in Kansas City Mo.'s City Market may lead to the realization that it's a good day to enjoy a creamy, sweet and delicious drink. Among the stands of the Farmer's Market you'll find flavored teas, gourmet coffee, smoothies, slush's and fruit juices at reasonable prices.

TAKE THE WHEEL

Just don't step on the gas

by Taylor Allan in shut up & drive

Peek under the hood of cars you probably couldn't handle if you got behind the wheel. You've only dreamed of driving as fast as these wheels can take you. Visitor's reflections gleam off of shining car exteriors as ceiling lights beam down on brand new vehicles.

WELCOME TO MOTOWN

It's a different type of madness

by Cody Ward in arts & entertainment

Basketball, philanthropy and Aretha Franklin. If you think they have nothing to do with one another, think again. Downtown Kansas City, Mo. was the place to be on March 18. Midland Theatre held the first Pride of Kansas City Basketball Tipoff with proceeds that benefitted the Kansas City Medicine Cabinet.

LIGHTEN UP

Piano players duel as you laugh till you cry

by Megan Simpson in nightlife

Follow these rules if you want to survive the night. First, take a joke. Don't get easily offended. Second, evaluate your attitude. Don't make yourself the perfect target. Finally, don't walk through the doors if you're claustrophobic. It's hard to find seating in such a popular place.

ALL THE RAVE

Make your experience digital

by Caryl Terry in nightlife

Bright lights reflect off glass extending from floor to ceiling. Colors radiate from all directions as loud movie music invades the atmosphere. Popcorn wafts through nostrils as curious visitors enter into the lobby. This is more than a traditional movie theater.

PHANTOM IN LOVE

Broadway's longest-running musical hits the Midwest

by Katelin Meyer in point of view

Sinister tones flood the full auditorium as lights flash and the stage comes to life. The familiar musical theme echoes in audience members' ears as excitement and anticipation pulses through the crowd. Operating for almost 20 years now, "The Phantom of the Opera" is the longest-running show in Broadway history.