Alan Shope

1 week ago | kmbc.com | Alan Shope

Hundreds of bikers gathered Sunday for a charity ride to support the family affected by a deadly gas explosion in Lexington earlier this month. The Firestone Charities ride drew as many as 300 motorcycles to raise funds for the family whose home exploded, killing a 5-year-old boy and critically injuring his father and sister. Sean Butterball, one of the riders, said he’s proud to be part of the effort. “Bikers, we're all about helping people.

2 weeks ago | kmbc.com | Alan Shope

Visitors to Worlds of Fun will notice a fresh look across parts of the park this season, especially in the Africa section, where a new color scheme and design upgrades aim to enhance the guest experience. Chad Showalter, public relations manager for the theme park, said one of the most visible changes is to the iconic Mamba roller coaster and surrounding skyline. "Even before our guests get to the gate, they're going to notice Mamba and the skyline of the park," Showalter said.

2 weeks ago | kmbc.com | Alan Shope

WE’LL HAVE CREWS AT THE CHURCH AND ALONG THE PROCESSION ROUTE, AND THERE’S A NEW WAY TO HONOR GRAHAM AND NORTH KANSAS CITY COMPANY IS SELLING HATS FOR HIS FAMILY. KMBC NINE S ALAN SHOPE GOT TO CHECK THEM OUT. WE’VE BEEN HERE FOR ALMOST A YEAR. JOHN SUMNER RUNS PRO APPAREL KC IN NORTH KANSAS CITY. WE DO ALL TYPES OF APPAREL. IT’S A PLACE YOU’LL FIND A LOT OF FIREFIGHTER SHIRTS, HATS AND GEAR. THAT’S BECAUSE JOHN WAS A KANSAS CITY FIREFIGHTER FOR 26 YEARS.

4 weeks ago | kmbc.com | Alan Shope

Six months after her son was beaten to death, Zelpha Rodgers says she's still waiting for answers.Jonathan Rodgers, a father of three, died after being attacked with a blunt object near 6th and Monroe. Police say he attempted to seek help at a nearby Family Dollar, but later died from his injuries."I'm still holding it in waiting for them to get someone in custody," Zelpha said.Family and friends gathered Thursday night to remember Jonathan, who was described as a devoted father.

4 weeks ago | kmbc.com | Alan Shope

For Navy veteran Dennis Dornhoffer, the sight of more than 300 utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) cruising through the countryside is hard to put into words. “Blown away. I’ve never seen anything like it before in my life,” Dornhoffer said. Dornhoffer is talking about the UTV Patriot Ride, an annual event entering its seventh year in Cameron. The country-style cruise on UTVs draws riders from across Missouri — and even from out of state.