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Man dies after shooting at 94th and Cleveland

By Martin City Telegraph / June 19, 2026
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Kansas City expands storm debris disposal and cleanup

By Martin City Telegraph / June 18, 2026
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Whimsy in Waldo

By Martin City Telegraph / June 18, 2026
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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
Church Steps Back in Time to 1789, the Year of U.S. Constitution
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Church Steps Back in Time to 1789, the Year of U.S. Constitution

By Martin City Telegraph / July 1, 2017

Father Evan Ash of St. Mary Magdalene Episcopal Church in Belton will preside over a service hearkening back to 1789 in remembrance of America’s early days and the upcoming 4th of July.

Arts & Entertainment/City Business/Local News

Furniture Consignment Store Opens in Former HyVee Shopping Strip

By Martin City Telegraph / July 1, 2017

Furniture Store Moves into Former HyVee Shopping Strip By Kathy Feist It was only the

Police Release Video of Man Wanted in Connection with Mike Darby Case
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Police Release Video of Man Wanted in Connection with Mike Darby Case

By Martin City Telegraph / June 27, 2017

Do you recognize this individual? Police would like to speak to him regarding the Mike Darby murder investigation.

Objects Needed for Time Capsule
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Objects Needed for Time Capsule

By Martin City Telegraph / June 24, 2017

Items for Time Capsule Needed By John  Sharp City Councilman Scott Taylor has announced that

Holmeswood Baptist Church Speaker Series Began with LGBT – Ends Tonight with Muslim Topic
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Holmeswood Baptist Church Speaker Series Began with LGBT – Ends Tonight with Muslim Topic

By Martin City Telegraph / June 21, 2017

KC Raw Series Raises Awareness and Acceptance of LGBT By Amanda S. Cherry Imagine yourself

International Yoga Day: Local Instructor Writes About the Benefits Beyond Fitness
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International Yoga Day: Local Instructor Writes About the Benefits Beyond Fitness

By Martin City Telegraph / June 21, 2017

Today is International Yoga Day. Yoga instructor Deborah Borel reflects on the history and benefits.

Red Bridge Shopping Center Makes Much Anticipated Announcement
City Business/Local News

Red Bridge Shopping Center Makes Much Anticipated Announcement

By Martin City Telegraph / June 15, 2017

Lane4 catches a Blue Moose. In one year, the center’s capacity has gone from 47% to 75%.

Vietnam Veteran to Share His Stories at Trailside Center
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Vietnam Veteran to Share His Stories at Trailside Center

By Martin City Telegraph / June 15, 2017

Gary DeRigne will share his personal experience in the Vietnam War on Thursday, June 15, at the Trailside Center, 99th & Holmes.

“The Entire Street Was Just Gray.”  House Fire Takes Life of Martin City Man
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“The Entire Street Was Just Gray.” House Fire Takes Life of Martin City Man

By Martin City Telegraph / June 14, 2017

“The entire street was just gray. You couldn’t see anything.” Neighbors tried to reach victim but the house was already engulfed in flames.

Few People Are Aware of Jerry Smith Park. But They Should Be.
Arts & Entertainment/Local News

Few People Are Aware of Jerry Smith Park. But They Should Be.

By Martin City Telegraph / June 2, 2017

“Party on the Prairie” introduces the public to Jerry Smith Park, 139th and Holmes Rd., this Saturday. Check out its story and schedule of events.

Report Reveals Additional Contaminants at Bannister Federal Complex
City Business/Local News/South KC Perspective

Report Reveals Additional Contaminants at Bannister Federal Complex

By Martin City Telegraph / May 31, 2017

      South KC Perspective Additional Contaminants Found at Bannister Federal Complex By John

South Kansas City Cartoonist Offers Summer Cartoon Camp
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South Kansas City Cartoonist Offers Summer Cartoon Camp

By Martin City Telegraph / May 23, 2017

Do you have a budding cartoonist on your hands this summer. Full-time religious cartoonist Ron Wheeler’s Cartoon Camp offers instruction with fun.

60 Years Ago Today, A Tornado Touched Down
History/Local News

60 Years Ago Today, A Tornado Touched Down

By Martin City Telegraph / May 20, 2017

Witnesses share memories of that fateful day, which destroyed Martin City, Hickman Mills and Ruskin Heights neighborhoods.

Interesting Things Are Happening Down the Road at Loud House Farm
Arts & Entertainment/City Business/Local News

Interesting Things Are Happening Down the Road at Loud House Farm

By Martin City Telegraph / May 19, 2017

Claire Barlow, left, and her mother Deborah Borel run a 6-acre urban farmstead called Loud House

School’s Getting Out Soon. What Will Your Kids Do?
City Business/Education/Local News

School’s Getting Out Soon. What Will Your Kids Do?

By Martin City Telegraph / May 18, 2017

You probably don’t have to be told that summer is around the corner and the kids will be out of school. You may appreciate that there are still spots available at a variety of summer camps in the area. We’ve put together a very brief list of camps you might want to check out.

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