With its new single-terminal layout, artful interior and amenities, the Kansas City International Airport is swiftly gaining fans.

Bar K is salivating for growth, which is being amplified by new executive hires, USA Today recognition and a recent funding round to make expansion plans a reality.

Commercial Capital’s success can’t be separated from the backing it has secured solely from local banks. CEO Mitch Rice details the milestone and the importance of local support.

Since buying the local business, the Murphys have been drumming up success and are working to open two more stores.

Among the Kansas City-area honorees are six newcomers to the list, including restaurants with James Beard winners at the helm.

Among the Kansas City-area honorees are six newcomers to the list, including restaurants with James Beard winners at the helm.