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Leawood council launches World Cup planning, small‑business grants and citywide events for 2026
Summary
An executive committee of council members and Chamber representatives updated the council on plans tied to the Kansas City region hosting World Cup matches in 2026, including small business grants, watch parties, a 3‑on‑3 soccer tournament, a citywide cleanup and a July 4 parade tied to the city’s 250th anniversary celebrations.
Councilmembers Lisa Kane and Lisa Harrison, who are leading the city’s local FIFA/World Cup planning efforts, reported that Leawood has formed an executive committee with city staff and Chamber representatives to organize watch parties, community events and small‑business support tied to the 2026 World Cup matches in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
Kane said the committee has developed branding and…
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