Students from 38 schools representing 16 districts participated in International Walk to School Day this week — a 21 percent increase from last year. Here are some highlights from some of the schools that participated: James Elementary in Kansas City, Mo. promoted the event with student designed posters, door prizes, raffle prizes, and certificates for […]
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BLAST at eight schools in the Northland, Hickman Mills and Raytown this fall
BikeWalkKC’s popular bike skills program for elementary school students is in a record eight schools this fall, returning for another semester in the North Kansas City and Hickman Mills school districts. This year BLAST is also expanding to the Raytown School District for the first time. BLAST (Bike Lesson And Safety Training) visits 5th grade […]
BLAST bike classes at Southeast Community Center
BikeWalkKC and KC Parks are partnering to bring BLAST (Bike Lesson and Safety Training) out of the classroom and into the Southeast Community Center for four weekends this fall. BLAST offers bike skills and bike safety training for youth ages 10-15.
Big turnout for Hyde Park neighborhood meeting on Armour Boulevard traffic and parking study
Neighborhood residents air concerns about speed, traffic, crosswalks, bikes, and safe routes to school.
Construction starts on Turkey Creek Trail through Overland Park
This spring the City of Overland Park started construction on the next piece of the popular Turkey Creek Trail. This segment is at the city’s northerned edge along I-35, between Antioch Road and Metcalf Avenue. The new trail should be open by the end of this summer! Overland Park announcement: Turkey Creek Trail Coming Alive. […]
Please remember to clear sidewalks so people can get around safely
The streets are plowed, the driveways are cleared, the cars are dug out, and the kids are back in school. Now it’s time to make sure the sidewalks are also clear. Our friends and neighbors are counting on all of us to clear our sidewalks so everyone can get to work, to school, to the […]
Lee’s Summit gets national recognition as Bicycle Friendly Community
Congratulations to the City of Lee's Summit for being recognized today as a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists. This coveted designation honors cities that provide facilities, policies, and programs to support people who bike for transportation, recreation, and fitness. Lee's Summit has become a regional leader with the metro's […]
Be careful, sun glare is back again
Shorter days mean more of us are commuting during times of significant sun glare. Here are some tips to keep everyone safe – people who walk, people who bike and people who drive automobiles. People who walk When crossing the street, be aware of drivers that are facing into the sun, as they will have […]
BikeWalkKC wins Philly Awards for excellence in nonprofit communication
We are the proud recipient of two awards honoring our branding and design efforts for both Tour de Brew KC and the initial launch of BikeWalkKC. The Philly Awards are part of Nonprofit Connect’s annual Midwest Philantrophy Conference and recognize excellent in nonprofit communications. Tour de Brew KC won first place in the Special Event […]
Lee’s Summit gets Walk Friendly Community Designation
Congratulations to Lee’s Summit for achieving the Bronze Level Walk Friendly Community Award! Much like the Bicycle Friendly Community Award, this new designation recognizes cities that provide safe, comfortable, and accessible facilities and polices for walking. Lee’s Summit has one of the metro’s most vibrant and pedestrian-friendly suburban downtowns, with a mix of shopping, housing, and […]