Martin City turned green on March 11th for the 31st annual St. Patrick’s Parade and we want to thank everyone who came out to spend the afternoon with us! This year’s theme was “Geared for the Future,” a celebration of technology innovation and growth happening in South Kansas City, and [continue reading]
We know healthy communities have healthy relationships with local police so we’re thrilled to introduce Mary McCall from KCPD’s South Patrol Division, as Martin City’s new Community Interaction Officer (CIO)! What exactly does a Community Interaction Officer do? Ultimately, their goal is to eliminate the “us against them” mindset so [continue reading]
If you're a pet owner, you know most dogs and cats aren’t crazy about going to the vet. In most cases, vet visits are stressful at best. They often mean a scary new environment, slick floors, other stressed out animals and strangers poking and prodding your pet. Even the most laid-back of dogs can [continue reading]
We Welcomed Five New Businesses: American Companies, Inc., purchased an 18-acre lot Blue Ridge Blvd. that had been vacant for 20 years. Owner Gale Holsman plans to transform the property into a storage and rehab facility for the company’s nearby Grandview location. Read more about their plans here. Fezziwigs opened a [continue reading]
Going to the dentist isn’t something people typically look forward to, however, one special group of people recently jumped at the chance to visit the Dental Care Center of South Kansas City in Martin City! Here’s why: On November 22nd, the office hosted a “Free Dental Day” for military veterans. [continue reading]
THANK YOU to everyone who came out to celebrate this year’s Annual Holiday Lighting in Martin City! The event officially began when Santa Claus emerged from the Bailey Brothers Bank Building, while children (and many grown-ups!) lined up to meet and have their pictures taken with him. We appreciate The [continue reading]
Story told by Bailey Bros Building and Loan owner, Patrick J. Cocherl Jr. I stood in front of the Martin City State Bank 8 years ago wondering what I was going to do with the place when it finally dawned on me. I was staring at sheetrock, old carpeting, and [continue reading]
The 30th Annual Irishpalooza St. Patrick’s festivities in Martin City kicked off Sunday, March 12th following the 5th annual Whiskey Run 5k race. It was a CHILLY day, to say the least, but thankfully, the weather didn't stop people from coming out to play! After the early morning race, it [continue reading]
BIG Thank you to everyone who participated in our 5th Annual Whiskey Run 5K in Martin City on March 12th! The Whiskey Run 5K race was held on at 8:30 a.m., March 12 (Irishpalooza day) in front of KC Running Company in Martin City. Over 800 registered runners and walkers braved the freezing cold [continue reading]
BIG NEWS for Irishpalooza's 30th Anniversary Celebration! Thanks to our first ever Concert Presenting Sponsor, Fishtech, The Elders will have a FREE concert in Martin City immediately following the St. Patrick's Parade on Sunday, March 12th (3:30pm). The concert will be held under the main Irishpalooza event tent at 400 E. 135th [continue reading]
