Despite the new duties overseeing a global design operation, DLR Group's new COO will continue working in Overland Park.

The new dean's local ties go beyond graduating from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. He also grew up in the metro area.

The museum property occupies a prime spot in the City Market. It could be redeveloped for restaurants, retail, even a hotel.

The museum property occupies a prime spot in the City Market. It could be redeveloped for restaurants, retail, even a hotel.

The Houston-based buyer plans to retain the Independence company's employees.

The deal will let the trucking carrier — which filed for bankruptcy in August — to clear equipment from its yards sooner.