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Something new and refreshing is happening at Ward Parkway Center

By Martin City Telegraph / June 6, 2026
Business City Business Local News

Leawood approves final Lockton plans and other developments

By Martin City Telegraph / May 19, 2026
Business Local News

Sonesta International, Denver investment firm to renovate long-vacant south Kansas City hotel

By Martin City Telegraph / May 18, 2026
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History

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

By Martin City Telegraph / May 31, 2026
History

Where the bluffs once stood: The Shannons of early Kansas City

By Martin City Telegraph / May 18, 2026
Residential fire reported near 79th and Oldham Drive
Local News

Residential fire reported near 79th and Oldham Drive

By Martin City Telegraph / April 3, 2026

Red Cross has been ordered for three adults.

Grandview Alderman challenged by newcomer wanting economic change in the Ward III race
Election April 7th 2026/Local News

Grandview Alderman challenged by newcomer wanting economic change in the Ward III race

By Martin City Telegraph / April 2, 2026

Neither candidate is in favor or Grandview’s controversial roundabouts. “I really do not like roundabouts, but I got out-voted.”

Kendrick, Runions to face off again in Grandview’s Ward 2 race
Election April 7th 2026/Local News

Kendrick, Runions to face off again in Grandview’s Ward 2 race

By Martin City Telegraph / April 2, 2026

The race for Ward 2 on Grandview’s Board of Aldermen pits one of the city’s experienced politicians, Joe Runions, against the incumbent Ward 2 Alderwoman Irene Kendrick.

Center School Board candidates weigh in on plans for KC’s smallest school district
Election April 7th 2026/Local News

Center School Board candidates weigh in on plans for KC’s smallest school district

By Martin City Telegraph / April 2, 2026

Four candidates vie for three open seats on the Center School Board.

After a tumultuous year, Hickman Mills School Board candidates run to fill three open seats
Education/Election April 7th 2026

After a tumultuous year, Hickman Mills School Board candidates run to fill three open seats

By Martin City Telegraph / April 2, 2026

Only one candidate on the ballot is new to the Board while others have been or are incumbent Board members. 

Man found dead near Bridgeport Apartments in Hickman Mills area
Local News

Man found dead near Bridgeport Apartments in Hickman Mills area

By Martin City Telegraph / April 2, 2026

There is a reward of up to $25,000 for information submitted anonymously to the TIPS hotline.

What to know about your Center School Board candidates
Education

What to know about your Center School Board candidates

By Martin City Telegraph / April 1, 2026

Four candidates vie for three open seats on the Center School Board.

Belton votes on school bond renewal
Education/Election April 7th 2026

Belton votes on school bond renewal

By Martin City Telegraph / March 31, 2026

If approved, the district’s debt service levy is estimated to remain unchanged at $1.0544 per one hundred dollars of assessed valuation.

A look at Center and Hickman Mills’ bond and levy ballot questions
Election April 7th 2026/South KC Perspective

A look at Center and Hickman Mills’ bond and levy ballot questions

By Martin City Telegraph / March 30, 2026

Many neighborhood leaders including those with no children in our public schools realize that it is very difficult to maintain vibrant neighborhoods without good public schools.

Grandview Jazz Band takes center stage at historic theater
Arts & Entertainment/Education

Grandview Jazz Band takes center stage at historic theater

By Martin City Telegraph / March 29, 2026

The event, sponsored by the TJB Foundation, Inc., was part of the 20th Annual Jazzin’ at the Gem concert  that showcased other outstanding high school jazz bands. 

Military veterans, students honored at tea
Community/Education

Military veterans, students honored at tea

By Martin City Telegraph / March 29, 2026

The Sue Foley Annual Tea and Awards Ceremony honored outstanding citizens and students from the area.

Ruskin theater finds strength in community support
Arts & Entertainment/Education

Ruskin theater finds strength in community support

By Martin City Telegraph / March 28, 2026

“Kansas City, you showed up for our kids in the most beautiful way.”

Grandview Lady Bulldogs take 4th in MSHSA State Finals
Athletics

Grandview Lady Bulldogs take 4th in MSHSA State Finals

By Martin City Telegraph / March 28, 2026

The girls ended the season with a 23-8 overall record and a 10-game winning streak up to state finals.

Work dates extended on ramp and lane closure on 71 Hwy and Bannister Road
Local News

Work dates extended on ramp and lane closure on 71 Hwy and Bannister Road

By Martin City Telegraph / March 27, 2026

Right lanes will be closed on 71 Hwy starting April 1st.

Chicken Bo-Bao takes over Dunkin Donuts space 
Dining

Chicken Bo-Bao takes over Dunkin Donuts space 

By Martin City Telegraph / March 27, 2026

Korean fried chicken, while popular at several suburban restaurants in the Kansas City metro, was lacking in south Kansas City.

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