Often abbreviated as KC, Kansas City is the largest city in Missouri. Situated at the confluence of the Missouri River and Kansas River, the city was founded in the 1830s as a port city, and originally named Kansas, after the river. However, when the Kansas Territory was organized in 1854, this caused some confusion so the name of the city was changed to Kansas City. Most of the city is in Jackson County, where it serves of one of Jackson County’s two county seats, but portions of Kansas City are in Clay, Cass and Platte counties. During the American Civil War, Kansas City was the site of the Border War that included the Battle of Westport and Bleeding Kansas. The First Battle of Independence was fought in August of 1862, resulting in a Confederate victory, but the city remained occupied by Union troops. The Second Battle of Independence, in 1864, also resulted in a Confederate win, but the Confederates were defeated in the Battle of Westport the following day, ending Southern efforts to occupy the city. Kansas City’s population expanded greatly following the War, largely due to the construction of the Hannibal & St. Joseph Railroad bridge over the Missouri River, and later the Hannibal Bridge. Westport was annexed by Kansas City in 1897. The city is known for Kansas City jazz and Kansas City blues, particularly the 18th and Vine neighborhood, as well as for Kansas City barbecue. Several professional sports teams, colleges, universities, and museums are located in Kansas City.
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Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the real estate company specializes in facilitating the buying and selling of homes in Kansas City and the surrounding region, as well as property management services. Its residential and commercial listings are highlighted, along with turn-key properties and rentals. Directions, office hours, contacts, and open house schedules are featured.
http://www.gracerealestatecompany.com/
Kansas City, Missouri's municipal site includes a directory of city services, a calendar of events, maps, and access to certain public documents. Online services include the payment of taxes, tickets and utilities, and various registrations and license applications or renewals.
http://www.kcmo.org/
Published in Kansas City, Missouri, Pitch began as a music publication in 1980, but has grown to offer news and analysis about the city’s power brokers and coverage of its arts, music and nightlife venues, restaurants, and other features. Other features include classified advertising and a calendar of events.
http://www.pitch.com/
Founded in 1880, the Kansas City, Missouri newspaper initially faced competition from two morning papers. Its history and a list of famous former employees are highlighted, along with news and sports reporting, business issues and reports, a food section, and other features. Advertising and subscription information is included.
http://www.kansascity.com/
Formerly known as the Kansas City Convention & Visitors Association, Visit KC is a non-profit organization contracted by the City of Kansas City, Missouri. Its organizational structure, budget and contacts are featured, along with a guide to Kansas City events and attractions, restaurants, guest lodging facilities, and other resources.
http://www.visitkc.com/
