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City Business

Kevin McManus returns to Sixth District Councilman job

By Martin City Telegraph / September 3, 2026
South KC Perspective

Plans for a senior center a possibility for Robandee Shopping Center 

By Martin City Telegraph / August 31, 2026
History

Montgall: The Men Behind the Name

By Martin City Telegraph / August 23, 2026
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Dining

Restaurant roundup: Fareway opens with a splash while Jade and Ember test the waters

By Martin City Telegraph / August 28, 2026
Dining Home & Garden

The return of the roadside stand

By Martin City Telegraph / August 21, 2026
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. 

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

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

By Martin City Telegraph / June 11, 2026

Minnie Mae’s story is deeply entwined in a heinous crime with deep connections to Kansas City’s most notorious criminals.

An hour from Kansas City, Lexington delivers
Arts & Entertainment

An hour from Kansas City, Lexington delivers

By Martin City Telegraph / June 11, 2026

Historic homes line the streets, independent shops comprise a walkable downtown, and tasty food is easy to find.

The World Cup is finally here!  What’s in it for you– a guide to south KC activities
Arts & Entertainment

The World Cup is finally here!  What’s in it for you– a guide to south KC activities

By Martin City Telegraph / June 10, 2026

In the southland, World Cup celebrations begin before the first Kansas City match.

Lockton’s first dig in Leawood – “Years in the Making” 
City Business

Lockton’s first dig in Leawood – “Years in the Making” 

By Martin City Telegraph / June 10, 2026

“By 2030,  this open field will be transformed into a modern, cutting-edge business environment.”

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