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“There is danger in the spring.” Forester warns of oak wilt due to warm weather trims

By Martin City Telegraph / February 21, 2026
Arts & Entertainment Dining

Bayou Box opens on Wornall in time for Mardis Gras

By Martin City Telegraph / February 19, 2026
Arts & Entertainment Dining Dining Local News

Bluto’s Fish & Chicken has customers flocking to Blue Ridge location

By Martin City Telegraph / February 19, 2026
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History

A leading Black family in the face of adversity: The legacy of the Jordans (Part 1)

By Martin City Telegraph / February 22, 2026
History

“Church Hill,” one of Kansas City’s first Black communities

By Martin City Telegraph / February 8, 2026
Townhouse destroyed by fire near 79th & Olmstead
Local News

Townhouse destroyed by fire near 79th & Olmstead

By Martin City Telegraph / February 12, 2026

Red Cross has been requested to assist with 1 adult.

ICE detention center in south Kansas City is a no go
Local News

ICE detention center in south Kansas City is a no go

By Martin City Telegraph / February 12, 2026

“We determined that the terms no longer met our fiduciary requirements for a timely closing.”

Satchel Paige to reopen thanks to GO Bond
Education

Satchel Paige to reopen thanks to GO Bond

By Martin City Telegraph / February 10, 2026

Mothballed southside school will house KCPS’ alternative academies

Public to view Hale Cook Elementary renovation plans this Wednesday
Education

Public to view Hale Cook Elementary renovation plans this Wednesday

By Martin City Telegraph / February 9, 2026

The proposal includes a building addition and renovation, added parking and site improvement.

Fire at Waldo Heights Apartments
Local News

Fire at Waldo Heights Apartments

By Martin City Telegraph / February 8, 2026

Residents were asked to “shelter in place” during the event, as the hallways and stairwells were full of smoke.

Shooting on Troost results in death
Local News

Shooting on Troost results in death

By Martin City Telegraph / February 8, 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.

“Church Hill,” one of Kansas City’s first Black communities
History

“Church Hill,” one of Kansas City’s first Black communities

By Martin City Telegraph / February 8, 2026

19th century neighborhood was home to school and churches catering to African Americans

50 Dollar Date Night
Arts & Entertainment/Dining/Local News

50 Dollar Date Night

By Martin City Telegraph / February 6, 2026

Winter romance ideas in south Kansas City

Paul Robeson Middle School undergoes demolition
Community

Paul Robeson Middle School undergoes demolition

By Martin City Telegraph / February 5, 2026

“It’s a mixed blessing.”

Angry? Stressed? Pick an ax
Arts & Entertainment/Education

Angry? Stressed? Pick an ax

By Martin City Telegraph / February 5, 2026

Downtown Belton entertainment venue opens — with help from high schoolers

Fourth Graders from Hickman Mills School District place high in Battle of the Brains
Local News

Fourth Graders from Hickman Mills School District place high in Battle of the Brains

By Martin City Telegraph / February 4, 2026

“This is a proud moment for all of HMC-1.” The prize brings with it $10,000 for the school’s STEM programs.

Center Board of Education Appoints Dr. Troy Hogg Superintendent
Education

Center Board of Education Appoints Dr. Troy Hogg Superintendent

By Martin City Telegraph / February 3, 2026

30-year educator says he is “truly honored”

KCPD welcomes large police academy
South KC Perspective

KCPD welcomes large police academy

By Martin City Telegraph / February 2, 2026

New class of 50 cadets will graduate in August

March towards new detention center moving quickly
City Business

March towards new detention center moving quickly

By Martin City Telegraph / February 1, 2026

Federal plan would make Kansas City a regional ICE hub

Oscar countdown: A look at “Marty Supreme”
Arts & Entertainment/Movie Reviews

Oscar countdown: A look at “Marty Supreme”

By Martin City Telegraph / January 30, 2026

The film is bookended by brilliantly executed, thrilling table tennis scenes—a laughable concept on paper, but undeniable on screen.

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