The buyer made its third property acquisition in the Kansas City region in the past six years.

Across the street from the Panasonic plant, De Soto is considering providing incentives to redevelop World War II-era housing into affordable units.

In addition to the 125-room hotel, the developer also plans to build more restaurant and retail space in a future phase.

In addition to the 125-room hotel, the developer also plans to build more restaurant and retail space in a future phase.

One of the larger commercial properties in downtown Shawnee soon could get a significant upgrade, joining other recent nearby improvements.

The Kansas City engineering firm is still deciding whether the combined company will keep its headquarters local.