A week-long celebration of Wyandotte County businesses, neighborhoods and communities will begin on Monday, Sept. 13, or “913” Day.
The effort is sponsored by the Unified Government and Visit Kansas City, Kansas.
913 Day will include an interactive map showing events happening in Wyandotte County next week.
Businesses and organizations may submit information on activities next week by visiting wycokck.org/913Day and filling out a form, with information to be added to the community 913 Day calendar.
“The purpose of 913 Day and this week-long recognition and celebration is to recognize the fact that, after almost two years of weathering through the COVID-19 pandemic and other economic challenges, our community continues to do great things and be strong and vibrant,” stated Ashley Hand, director of strategic communications for the Unified Government. “Our interactive map will give people the information they need to shop local, eat local and support organizations and businesses throughout our community.”
The goal of the 913 Day celebration is to encourage people to explore events, restaurants and other businesses and organizations in Wyandotte County. People sharing their experiences from exploring Kansas City, Kansas on social media are encouraged to tag their comments with #WyCoLovesLocal, according to a spokesman. The Unified Government has a Facebook page at facebook.com/cityofkck and Twitter at twitter.com/cityofkck with updates and ideas on new places to explore in the KCK area.
“Kansas City, Kansas is full of hidden gems, from the mouth-watering Taco Trail to the great stores at the Legends and museums exploring the fascinating history of Wyandotte County,” said Alan Carr, executive director of Visit Kansas City, Kansas, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting Kansas City, Kansas. “We’re encouraging people to explore this vibrant community and share their experiences.”