Hundreds Take Their Best Shot at Whiskey Run Tradition
Crowd pours into downtown Martin City on a Sunday morning.
Easement Negotiations Begin for Holmes Road Overhaul Project
A steady stream of local business owners turned out to review plans and discuss easement details with City of Kansas City, MO and partner McClure Engineering Co in early April (2026). Appraiser will be in the neighborhood later in the month, and all impacted business property owners have been notified. [continue reading]
A New Kind of Neighbor in Martin City
Alexa Barkley champions authentic small business engagement in a community. At first glance, an insurance agency might seem like an unusual fit on the main drag of a neighborhood known for food, drinks, and live music. But Alexa Barkley has quietly proven otherwise. When she moved her State Farm agency [continue reading]
Fiery Spirit Melts Chill at Martin City St. Patrick’s Parade 2026
It takes more than gusty wind and plummeting temps to slow our community's roll! Families braved tough conditions to fill the streets for the Martin City St. Patrick’s Parade 2026 — our biggest community event of the year. Our returning emcee, Fox4’s John Holt was so entertaining and community icon [continue reading]
Martin City Businesses Earn Spotlight at Impact Awards Dinner
A classy February evening at the Armacost Car Museum in City of Grandview, site of the 95th Annual South Kansas City Chamber Dinner & Community Impact Awards. (95 years wow!) Congrats to all 2026 winners! We were especially proud to watch Martin City superstars Alexa Barkley - State Farm Insurance [continue reading]
KC Restaurant Week 2026 in Martin City!
Kansas City Restaurant Week is underway and continues through January 18, 2026. Three Martin City neighborhood favorites are featured attractions. Jack Stack Barbecue, Martin City Brewing Company and Jess & Jim's Steakhouse are all participating, offering a chance to sample their legendary cuisine and raise money for local charities, too. [continue reading]
KC Council Members Speak to Looming Financial Issues at MCCID Meeting
Kansas City, Missouri City Council members who represent the area that includes the Martin City neighborhood joined the Martin City Community Improvement District’s January 8, 2026 board meeting to share updates on major City issues expected to shape the year ahead. Johnathan Duncan and Andrea Bough focused primarily on the [continue reading]
Input from Businesses Shape Future of Holmes Road
Holmes Road has been waiting nearly a decade for long-planned improvements, and the project is finally moving forward. At 60% design completion in early September 2025, the City of Kansas City, Missouri has outlined the current scope of work, which includes: 135th Street and Blue Ridge Boulevard intersections included in [continue reading]
New Mural Celebrates Martin City History, Character, and Pride
A striking new mural in Martin City is turning heads. It's bold, vibrant, and a fresh sign of our neighborhood's rising profile. Located on the east-facing wall of The Martin Event Space at 13440 Holmes Road, right at the intersection of Holmes and 135th Street, the mural expresses the neighborhood’s [continue reading]
Security After Dark: 6 Smart Tips for Martin City Businesses
The Martin City Community Improvement District pays Orion Security Solutions to provide overnight patrols that help local businesses stay secure after hours. Orion’s been on the job in our neighborhood for years, watching for signs of trouble and promptly notifying business owners, police, and firefighters as necessary. At a recent [continue reading]