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Leawood splash pad project stopped in its tracks

By Martin City Telegraph / June 20, 2026
Community

The Bay Water Park reduced rates while sprayground is under construction

By Martin City Telegraph / June 20, 2026
Local News

Grandview OK’s consumer fireworks July 3-4, bans others

By Tony Madden / June 19, 2026
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History

America’s first female sheriff Minnie Mae Talbott and the killer who changed history

By Martin City Telegraph / June 11, 2026
History

Among the Wyandot: Hiram Northrup, merchant and banker of both Kansas Cities

By Martin City Telegraph / May 31, 2026
Leawood splash pad project stopped in its tracks
Local News

Leawood splash pad project stopped in its tracks

By Martin City Telegraph / June 20, 2026

“Kids are just not using the splash pad,”

The Bay Water Park reduced rates while sprayground is under construction
Community

The Bay Water Park reduced rates while sprayground is under construction

By Martin City Telegraph / June 20, 2026

More than $400,000 worth of improvements have been made to outdoor aquatic facilities this year, according to the city.

Grandview OK’s consumer fireworks July 3-4, bans others
Local News

Grandview OK’s consumer fireworks July 3-4, bans others

By Tony Madden / June 19, 2026

Grandview residents can now legally shoot off certain fireworks. Qualified entities can begin temporary operations to sell fireworks in the 2027 season.

Man dies after shooting at 94th and Cleveland
Local News

Man dies after shooting at 94th and Cleveland

By Tony Madden / June 19, 2026

Homicide detectives are investigating a shooting that killed 23-year-old man after a dispute escalated in the parking lot.

Kansas City expands storm debris disposal and cleanup
Home & Garden

Kansas City expands storm debris disposal and cleanup

By Martin City Telegraph / June 18, 2026

Pick Up will start on Monday, June 29 and will run until all reservations are completed. Missouri Organics drop-off sites will be open daily and available free of charge on certain days until June 27.

Whimsy in Waldo
Arts & Entertainment/City Business/Community

Whimsy in Waldo

By Martin City Telegraph / June 18, 2026

“It’s an artsy part of the city, so I believe it fits right in.”

Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II, officials celebrate Grandview farmers market facility opening
Local News

Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II, officials celebrate Grandview farmers market facility opening

By Tony Madden / June 16, 2026

Grandview Station, the city’s new $2 million home for the farmers market, will also serve as a multipurpose space for community events.

Fire crews respond to basement fire in occupied home
Local News

Fire crews respond to basement fire in occupied home

By Martin City Telegraph / June 14, 2026

The occupants were able to self-evacuate.

Second teen dies after Friday shooting in Hickman Mills area
Local News

Second teen dies after Friday shooting in Hickman Mills area

By Martin City Telegraph / June 14, 2026

A second teenager has died after a Hickman Mills shooting that left another teen dead and an adult man injured.

10 soccer films to set the vibe as fans arrive in Kansas City for FIFA World Cup
Arts & Entertainment/Local News

10 soccer films to set the vibe as fans arrive in Kansas City for FIFA World Cup

By Martin City Telegraph / June 14, 2026

Here are a handful of films, from the United States and around the world, about this global sensation of soccer for you to discover and enjoy.

Driver struck by his own vehicle, in critical condition
Local News

Driver struck by his own vehicle, in critical condition

By Martin City Telegraph / June 12, 2026

The driver attempted to reenter the driver’s seat but was unsuccessful.

Spielberg alien movie takes place in Kansas City. But is the storyline worth a trip to the theater?
Arts & Entertainment

Spielberg alien movie takes place in Kansas City. But is the storyline worth a trip to the theater?

By Martin City Telegraph / June 12, 2026

“Disclosure Day differs dramatically from those other films in that it complete throws out any feeling of fantasy or fiction.”

Gospel drag show blends LGBTQ+ art and politics with spiritual tradition 
Arts & Entertainment

Gospel drag show blends LGBTQ+ art and politics with spiritual tradition 

By Martin City Telegraph / June 12, 2026

“It’s not a satire on gospel at all. It’s actually a celebration and a reverie toward the craft and the art of gospel.”

Disney celebration at Bash on Byars
Arts & Entertainment

Disney celebration at Bash on Byars

By Martin City Telegraph / June 12, 2026

“We moved Bash on Byars up this year to take advantage of the global visitors for the World Cup.”

Shooting at apartment building leads to death and two injuries
Local News

Shooting at apartment building leads to death and two injuries

By Martin City Telegraph / June 11, 2026

An adult male suspect was located on scene and was taken into custody pending further investigation. 

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