Monthly Archives: May 2009

East Plaza crash

KC Star is reporting a bicyclist hit last night on Emanuel Cleaver II Boulevard at US 71 Hwy.  No details other than the person is being treated at a hospital. View Larger Map

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Bike Week and Car-Free Challenge so far

Some highlights from Bike Week so far.  Lots of people are participating in group rides across the metro, taking advantage of rest stops, and attending classes.  If you haven’t signed up for the Car-Free Challenge yet, it’s not too late!  … Continue reading

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City Council approves Bike/Ped Action Plan

Today the KCMO City Council approved the city’s first official action plan for making the city more bicycle- and pedestrian-friendly. The plan contains dozens of steps to be taken during the 2009-2010 fiscal year.  In addition trail and bike lane … Continue reading

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Bike Week & Car-Free Challenge start Saturday May 9th

This Saturday May 9th is the first day of the Fourth Annual Greater Kansas City Bike Week, a celebration of all thing bicycle in our metro area. There is a diverse array of events from bike commuting classes to track … Continue reading

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AIDS Bicycle Challenge goes Downtown and partners with Tour of Missouri

Camp magazine reports on big changes for the 5th Annual AIDS Bicycle Challenge, coming up in September 12.  This year the ride is moving from the Mill Creek trail in Johnson County to Downtown Kansas City.  The ride will begin … Continue reading

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