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Costco Midtown Transformation Sparks Outcry | Lawrence News
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- Jul 8, 2026
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Summary
Costco’s Midtown, Kansas City location is set for a dramatic transformation into a business-only center, sparking outrage among locals who feel abandoned — the move eliminates everyday staples like TVs, clothes, and food courts, and neighbors say they were ignored during the announcement. While employees worry about job security and the location’s car-free accessibility, the new Lee’s Summit store is on track to open in August. The Midtown makeover, including a delivery van zone, faces city approval on July 15th — and the community is watching closely as Costco’s “people store” identity comes under fire. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f70c1508fbffd628