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Atkins-Johnson Sunflower 5K
Come out and take part in the Atkins-Johnson Sunflower Run/Walk 5K at the historic Atkins-Johnson Farm and Museum on Saturday, August 23rd. The race starts promptly at 8 a.m. All ages are welcome with youngsters 12 and under free. Runners and walkers will get medals, a T-shirt, and a swag bag for participating.
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Big Shoal Farm Sunflower Field Festival
The Big Shoal Sunflower Field Festival is taking place Saturday, August 16th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Atkins-Johnson Farm and Museum. Bring the family out to enjoy an art fair, sunflower picking, photo ops, food vendors, crafts, and more. Admission is free.
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IRIS Cost Share Fee Implementation
Beginning August 1, 2025, a $3 cost share fee will apply to IRIS rides that start and end within Gladstone city limits. This change is due to increased fees from the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority and aims to help sustain the service amid rising costs. Trips to other service zones will continue under the current IRIS pricing.
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Gladfest Parade
Get ready for a high-energy morning at the Gladfest Parade, happening October 4th at 10 a.m. in Downtown Gladstone! This community favorite will light up the streets with festive floats, lively performances, and local pride as we celebrate this year's theme: Get Your Kicks Gladfest 46 - Celebrating the World Cup! With over $5,000 in prizes up for grabs, it's game on for schools, businesses, and organizations!
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Gladfest Smokefest BBQ Competition
Get ready for a sizzling weekend at the Gladfest Smokefest BBQ Competition, happening October 3-4 in Downtown Gladstone! As part of Gladfest, this community event will serve up mouthwatering BBQ, family-friendly fun, and over $2,000 in prizes as teams battle it out in ribs, ribeye steak, and baked beans contests.
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Sounds on the Square
Get ready to groove at Linden Square all summer long with our free "Sounds on the Square" concert series. Bring a chair, blanket, and some friends and join use under the stars for some live music!
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Gladstone Municipal Pool
Forecast...Hot! Day passes are available for a few more days! The pool will close for the season at 4 p.m. on Monday, August 18th.
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Missouri Route 1 Corridor Updates
The Missouri Department of Transportation is planning a full-depth reconstruction of N Prospect Avenue from NE 72nd Street to NE 64th Street as part of their Missouri Route 1 Corridor Upgrades. Reconstruction includes pavement rebuilding, a new storm sewer, culvert restorations, and an extension of Happy Rock Trail. The project also involves resurfacing the roadway from Route 152 to NE 72nd Street.
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