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Neighborhood initiative promises to reduce crime. But will it deliver?

By Martin City Telegraph / January 7, 2026
City Business Local News

A Full House

By Martin City Telegraph / January 6, 2026
South KC Perspective

The Economic Pie Gets Bigger

By Martin City Telegraph / January 5, 2026
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The many contributions of Allen Burr Harrison McGee, a Kansas City pioneer

By Martin City Telegraph / December 28, 2025
History

The Pioneer Legacy of James H. & Eleanor Fry McGee

By Martin City Telegraph / December 14, 2025
Looking ahead at the Oscars
Local News

Looking ahead at the Oscars

By Martin City Telegraph / January 9, 2026

For anyone asking ‘what do I need to watch’ ahead of the Oscars, here is a short list.

Where to go for Restaurant Week in south KC
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Where to go for Restaurant Week in south KC

By Martin City Telegraph / January 9, 2026

Participating restaurants offer a multi-course pre-fix menu for a reasonable price.

Contra Dancing in KC
Arts & Entertainment

Contra Dancing in KC

By Martin City Telegraph / January 9, 2026

Waldo becomes a folk dancing destination every fourth Saturday night of the month

Road rage victim identified, subject of interest in police custody
Local News

Road rage victim identified, subject of interest in police custody

By Martin City Telegraph / January 8, 2026

A subject of interest has turned himself in to police.

Woodbridge Manor project scheduled for slumber
Local News

Woodbridge Manor project scheduled for slumber

By Martin City Telegraph / January 7, 2026

“If the City Plan Commission could read the tea leaves and see that there are five developments opposed, then I don’t see how they could pass it.”

71 Highway closed off at 85th Street due to road rage fatality
Local News

71 Highway closed off at 85th Street due to road rage fatality

By Martin City Telegraph / January 7, 2026

If anyone was in the area and heard or saw anything or has any information they are asked to contact Homicide detectives directly at 816-234-5043 or the TIPS Hotline anonymously at 816-474-TIPS.

Neighborhood initiative promises to reduce crime. But will it deliver?
City Business

Neighborhood initiative promises to reduce crime. But will it deliver?

By Martin City Telegraph / January 7, 2026

Program will bring crime deescalation efforts to five of Kansas City’s most violent neighborhoods

Woodbridge Manor raises its sleepy head a third time in 20 years
Local News

Woodbridge Manor raises its sleepy head a third time in 20 years

By Martin City Telegraph / January 6, 2026

Residents plan a group webinar attendance for Wednesday’s City Plan Commission meeting.

A Full House
City Business/Local News

A Full House

By Martin City Telegraph / January 6, 2026

Over 1,000 bills filed prior to the Missouri legislative session. Here are some highlights.

The Economic Pie Gets Bigger
South KC Perspective

The Economic Pie Gets Bigger

By Martin City Telegraph / January 5, 2026

Clearing up a fundamental misunderstanding about how our nation’s economy works

Local birdwatchers head outside for annual Christmas count
Home & Garden

Local birdwatchers head outside for annual Christmas count

By Martin City Telegraph / January 4, 2026

Citizen science project provides valuable data on bird population

Community Comes Together to Help Hundreds of Families in Need
Community

Community Comes Together to Help Hundreds of Families in Need

By Martin City Telegraph / January 3, 2026

“This is not your typical toy drive giveaway. We want to provide empowerment and sustainability for our families in south Kansas City.”

Have you paid your property taxes yet? If not, you’re in luck
Local News

Have you paid your property taxes yet? If not, you’re in luck

By Martin City Telegraph / January 2, 2026

“People should not be penalized for something that was beyond their control. This extension is about fairness.”

Peace Is a Shy Thing: The Life and Art of Tim O’Brien
Arts & Entertainment

Peace Is a Shy Thing: The Life and Art of Tim O’Brien

By Martin City Telegraph / January 2, 2026

New biography from Prairie Village native studies life and writing career of well known author

UPDATE: Elderly woman reported missing in south KC has been found
Local News

UPDATE: Elderly woman reported missing in south KC has been found

By Martin City Telegraph / January 1, 2026

Ella may be suffering from the early stages of dementia, and her family is extremely concerned for her safety.

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