Renaissance festivals are beloved annual events that allow patrons to step back in time to the 16th century European Renaissance.    Festival-goers are transported to an immersive historical recreation filled with characters, performances, food, and old-world crafts....

Edit: While the 51st Street has not closed yet, there will be a city planning meeting on Nov. 7 to discuss alternate driving routes.   UMKC announced plans to turn 51st Street into a pedestrian zone closed to vehicle traffic. The change aims to improve walkability and create...