Streetcar Testing Begins in Kansas City

0:00It's March 25th. This is Kansas News today, your AI-powered local news. Systems testing for the Kansas City Street car Riverfront Extension kicked off this week, and drivers should watch for changes around Gran Boulevard, and the Riverfront area. On Wednesday, March 25th, crews focused on the intersection of Second Street and Gran Boulevard with flaggers guiding traffic but no road. Closures planned. Thursday brought more activity, starting in the morning along Second Street, from Gran Boulevard to the Berkeley Riverfront, again with flaggers on, hand. In the afternoon, testing moved to Third Street and Gran Boulevard toward the riverfront, including possible short closures on the Gran Boulevard. Berkeley Parkway Bridge between 2 and 5 p.m., so follow signs and flagger directions. Friday morning targeted Third Street and Gran Boulevard, with flaggers helping out and no full closures expected. Testing picks up again the week of March 30th, so plan extra time if you're in the area,

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