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Give back this Giving Tuesday with United Way of Kansas City

This year, United Way of Greater Kansas City it excited to announce Give Your Time on Giving Tuesday. This is a great way to donate your time as a volunteer...Read More

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2022 Festival Recap (Photo Slideshow)

HAPPY 100th ANNIVERSARY, FAIRFAX!!! Since the ribbon cutting for our new Fairfax lights in June, through Fairfax night at the Kansas City Monarchs in July, our special August luncheon with...Read More

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Recap of September 15th Luncheon at Wyandotte County Historical Museum (VIDEO)

Thank you for all those who attended this month's FIA 100th Anniversary Luncheon at Wyandotte County Historical Museum on 9/15. This exclusive event featured the Fairfax 100th Anniversary Exhibit and the second unveiling...Read More

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Proclamation: Celebrating Fairfax Founding Day

September 14, 2022 marks the day the Fairfax District was founded 100 years ago. During our recent luncheon, Mayor Garner presented a proclamation of this milestone event. Here's the proclamation...Read More

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Fairfax Historical Video: Celebrating 100 Years of Fairfax

In 1922, the Fairfax District was created to bring Industry to the Midwest Region. With it's ease in access of rail, road and waterway, the District quickly became a booming...Read More

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Fairfax Fire Station Voted to be Re-Opened!

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners voted last night to RE-OPEN OUR FAIRFAX FIRE STATION! Plans are to have it re-opened by this November 2022. FIA has strongly opposed ever...Read More

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Volunteers Needed for 2022 Festival

WE NEED YOUR HELP! Do you have some people at your business that can help us out? It takes a village to put this festival on. Please volunteer and help...Read More

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August, 2022 Luncheon Recap with Esther George (VIDEO)

Thank you to all those who recently attended this month’s Special Fairfax 100th Anniversary Luncheon with Esther George, President of Federal Reserve Bank held at the Truman Library. This was...Read More

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Highlights from Fairfax Family Night at the Monarchs

Fairfax Wins Big at Monarchs Game Fairfax Family Night Breaks Group Sales Record Thank you to everyone who supported and came out to the Fairfax Family Night with the Monarchs....Read More

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Recap / Slideshow: Fairfax Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Special thanks to all those who attended last week's ribbon-cutting ceremony in which we celebrated our rich history and this new tower that will help define our district in Kansas...Read More

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May, 2022 Luncheon Recap with Rep. Sharice Davids

Thank you to all those who recently attended this month's luncheon with Rep. Sharice Davids. This also marked the 100th Anniversary of the Fairfax Drainage District. Steve Dailey touched on...Read More

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April Luncheon Recap with Doug Spangler

Thank you to all those who recently attended our April luncheon with Doug Spangler from the Mayors Task Force on Governmental Efficiency. While he was not able to attend in...Read More

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We Need your Help with Fairfax Memorabilia for an Upcoming Exhibit

Help Bring Fairfax's History to Life! Fairfax has a long, colorful history that's begging to be told. But, we need your help to bring the story to the people of...Read More

Posted in Forum Newsletter, March 2022 NewsletterTagged museumLeave a comment

Construction Update on SB I-635

The SB I-635 exit ramp to SB K-5 and NB K-5 entrance ramp to SB I-635 will close on Wednesday, March 16 and remain closed until the project is completed...Read More

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February, 2022 Virtual Luncheon with Sam Mellinger (VIDEO)

Thank you to all those who recently attended our virtual February luncheon with Sam Mellinger, Vice President of Communications for the KC Royals. For this luncheon, Sam gave us a...Read More

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Crime Incident in Fairfax: Propane Tanks Stolen

On Januray 15th at approximately 4:00 PM, a propane storage cage was broken at Ergon Armor located on Funston Road. Based on the security camera footage, the suspects cut the...Read More

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Jan., 2022 Luncheon with Dr. Bartunek from KCKCC (Recap Video and Slideshow)

Thank you to all those who recently attended our in-person January luncheon with Dr. Tami Bartunek, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Outreach at KCKCC. For this luncheon, Dr. Bartunek...Read More

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November, 2021 Luncheon Recap (Slideshow and Video)

Thank you to all those who recently attended our in-person November luncheon with Jon Harding Ed.S. Superintendent of the Kansas State School for the Blind. For this luncheon, Jon provided...Read More

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FIA Board Member Election

Every year half of the FIA Board member positions come up for election. Class A board members are elected on even years and Class B are elected on odd years....Read More

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Featured on KMBC: A Celebration of Rosie the Riveters

If you took part in this year's festival, you can appreciate the value of the B-25 Bomber as it took to the skies in an exclusive flyover. At the same...Read More

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Fundraiser Event: Traveling Turkeys on 11/20 at WestPro Construction

Especially during this time of year, the need to help out and give back to our community is what it's all about. Thanks to WestPro Construction Solutions, they will be...Read More

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Thank you to Kellogg’s for being this year’s Photo Booth Sponsor

Kellogg’s was honored to be the Photo Booth Sponsor at this year's 6th Annual Fairfax Festival. Tony the Tiger also made sure to make a special appearance! Cheez-its were handed...Read More

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Have you seen our new Fairfax towers at night?

Especially if you are leaving late in the day, you may have noticed the illuminated towers in the Fairfax District. Now that the electrical hook-up is complete, it really showcases...Read More

Posted in Forum Newsletter, October 2021 NewsletterTagged B-25 Bomber, Fairfax District, lights, signage, towers1 Comment

Have you seen the new Fairfax Towers?

Our first 3 towers of our Fairfax Monument Signage have been installed! These tower signs are located at K5 & Sunshine Rd, 7th & Funston Rd and Fairfax Trafficway just...Read More

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Please Share and Be Aware: Recent Crimes in the Fairfax District

Last Thursday, 10/7 one of our businesses in the northwest area of Fairfax was broken into around 5 am. According to the business owner "Two white men in a black...Read More

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Fairfax Festival Survey

We hope you enjoyed the Fairfax Festival 2021 - B25-D Mitchell Bomber Homecoming! For those of you that attended, we would like you to take a quick survey. Those that...Read More

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2021 Festival Recap

After a one-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the 6th annual Fairfax Festival was held at Kaw Point Park on Oct 7, 2021. In addition to the usual live music,...Read More

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September, 2021 Luncheon: Recap Video and Slideshow

This month, we had a first in-person luncheon since the pandemic, making it a milestone gathering with the FIA community. Our special guest was Dan Desko from the B-25 History...Read More

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Volunteers Needed for Festival

WE NEED YOUR HELP! Do you have some people at your business that can help us out? It takes a village to put this festival on. Please volunteer and help...Read More

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2021 Festival Tickets on Sale!

After a one-year hiatus due to Covid, the 6th annual Fairfax Festival will be held at Kaw Point Park on Oct 7, 2021 3:30-6:30 p.m. (rain date is Oct 6...Read More

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