Royals Stadium Boosts Crown Center, Small Businesses Hopeful

0:00Kansas City businesses at Crown Center are buzzing with hope after the Royal's hallmark and the city unveiled plans for a new baseball stadium right. There in the mixed-use district, Crown Center has been a staple since the 1970s, packing in 18 shops, 22 eateries and 9 attractions like to see life, aquarium and top barbecue spots, all on 85 acres near downtown. Local owners are optimistic about the extra fan traffic boosting sales, especially for Royal's gear, but some worry about rent hikes or getting pushed. Out by bigger players, though the center's president assured no disruptions through the end of 2026 and into 2027. The stadium site looks set near 27th Street and Gillam Road, southeast of the main shopping area, tying into hallmarks deep roots since. They designed the iconic Royal's crown in that very neighborhood, as planning ramps up, this could blend sports, shopping and city pride in a big way, keeping eyes on how small businesses fit into the new vibe.

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