Royals Fans' Watch Party: Deep Roots, Big Spirit

0:00It's March 31st. This is Kansas News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story. Opening day for the royals brought the Kansas City Metro alive, but one spot made it extra special for folks who can't hit the stadium anymore. Town village of Leewood, an assisted living home in Johnson County, through a watch party for its 200 residents, complete with nachos, hot dogs, barbecues, and cold beer right in the dining hall. These seniors have been royal spans since the early days. Back when gains were admissible stadium near East 22nd Street and Brooklyn. Avenue, parking was a nightmare then. Sometimes you'd end up in someone's driveway just to catch the action. For many, like lifelong supporter Elaine Neneful, the vibe was electric and she even stepped onto the field at Kaufman Stadium years later. Another fan, Bunny Glassbird, snagged tickets to nearly every home game starting in 1969 and got tight with players' families. The party keeps that team spirit alive without the travel hassle. Proving the game's heart hasn't changed, despite bigger crowds and

1:05pricier. Concessions, it's all about feeling connected like you're part of the squad. Whether at Kaufman or from a comfy chair, these spans remind us Royals Fever runs deep, uniting everyone with every pitch.