The countdown to the FIFA World Cup in Kansas City is underway with just (insert # of day at publish) until the games kick off. Kansas City’s first match is on June 16. As the city makes its preparations, so are we.
At The Beacon we won’t be giving you a play-by-play of the games. Instead, we’re offering a deeper look at the impacts for Kansas City. How are residents and local businesses preparing for the events? How will this impact Kansas City’s budget and public services? Are hospitals and other healthcare organizations gearing up for the influx of people? What long-term impact will the World Cup leave when the games are over?
Make sure to bookmark this page to find our latest World Cup reporting.
We’ve started gathering story ideas as a newsroom. But we’re also curious about what you, our readers, would like to know more about. So we’re seeking story ideas and tips surrounding the World Cup.
Our Documenters also have been attending meetings that are discussing policies and plans for the World Cup.
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With Kansas City under one of the biggest spotlights of its history, we want to make sure the people who live here are heard. We hope you’ll share your story ideas, read our reporting and discuss these stories with your friends and family.
