Kansas City Recovers From Hailstorm, Braces for Windy Thursday

Good morning, this is Kansas City Local Pulse for Thursday, March 12. We are shaking off the massive hailstorm that hammered us on Tuesday, with baseball-sized chunks smashing cars and homes across Missouri side, especially around the Country Club Plaza. No major injuries reported, but cleanup crews are still out on streets like Ward Parkway, and power flickered in spots near Loose Park. Today starts mostly clear and windy, with highs around 59 dropping to the 40s by afternoon as a slow front pushes through. KSHB forecasts partly cloudy skies, but a Red Flag Warning from the National Weather Service runs until 9 PM, thanks to southwest gusts up to 45 mph and humidity dipping to 20 percent. Avoid outdoor burning near fire-prone areas like Swope Park, or flames could spread fast. Expect possible afternoon showers mixing with a flurry, but no big accumulation impacts your commute on I-70 or the Plaza. Over at T-Mobile Center, the Big 12 Tournament buzzes on, but that new glass court is sparking mixed reviews from players like Kansas State senior Camaron McGriff, who dealt with flashing lights triggering a migraine. Crews wipe sweat during timeouts to fight slipperiness, though KU coach Bill Self calls it fine for traction. KU tips off tonight, so fans, bundle up for the wind. Shoutout to Royals star Vinnie Pasquantino, who crushed three homers yesterday against the Twins at Spring Training, per MLB.com, lighting up our sports scene. City Hall approved a quick fix for potholes on Troost Avenue after storm complaints, easing daily drives for us all. Job market stays steady with about 5,000 openings listed downtown, many in tech near the River Market. Real estate sees median homes at 320,000 dollars, up 4 percent, with hot spots in Brookside. New spot alert: Collector and Suns Appliances expands on the east side, hiring locals. Upcoming, catch the St. Patricks Day prep event Saturday at Westport, and school news: Shawnee Mission Norths debate team won regionals. Crime-wise, past 24 hours saw one arrest after a smash-and-grab at a Mission Road jewelry store, no injuries, police say its contained. Heartwarmer: Neighbors in Ivanhoe rallied to repair hail-damaged roofs for a senior vet, showing our community spirit. Thanks for tuning in, listeners, and subscribe for more. This has been Kansas City Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.