Power & Light District

Local Business Relaxes Dress Code During Tournament

A local business is changing its dress code to open up their bowling alley to Big 12 fans.

The Lucky Strike Bar and Bowling Alley in the Power and Light District will now allow Big 12 ball caps during the length of the tournament in downtown Kansas City. Read the complete story...

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See more on Dave Froehlich's story here...

Some upset with dress code

People are standing in long lines to get into popular hot spots in the Power & Light District, but not everyone is being allowed inside.

The downtown dress code isn't sitting well with some members of the community, including activist Alonzo Washingon.

"I think that it sends out a message to a particular group of people that you're not welcome," Washington said. "Clothing does not determine who's going to commit a crime," Washington told FOX 4.

The Cordish Company says the dress code isn't about targeting certain population groups.

"The code of conduct is actually no loitering, no panhandling. It is to make sure that people have a fun and safe environment to celebrate," Jon Stephens, P&L District, said.

FOX 4's Paul Herdtner has more on the controversial clothing rules.

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Downtown dress code

If you plan on going to Thursday night's kick-off bash for the Power & Light District, be aware of the dress code.

The weather will probably warrant a coat, gloves and a hat, but here is what you can not wear:

• Bandanas
• Work Boots
• Ripped/baggy clothing

Learn more about the kickoff celebration...