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Embassy Suites Demolished, What’s Next? | Kansas City News
The iconic Embassy Suites on West 43rd Street has vanished in a dramatic implosion, marking the end of a Spanish-style landmark that once hosted weddings, conferences, and even an elevator-bound room service mishap. Owned by Saint Luke’s Hospital since the 70s, the building’s demolition was driven by safety and maintenance costs — but the real story is what’s next. A temporary parking lot now sits on the site, approved for just three years, forcing the hospital to present a long-term vision for the campus. Neighbors are watching closely, eager to see if Saint Luke’s will deliver a thoughtful…
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