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New Grandview superintendent addresses gaps amid challenging year

By Martin City Telegraph / August 24, 2026
Education

Driven By Safety: Profile of a School Bus Driver

By Martin City Telegraph / August 22, 2026
Education

New public school projects underway as south KC starts 2026-27

By Tony Madden / August 19, 2026
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Dining Home & Garden

The return of the roadside stand

By Martin City Telegraph / August 21, 2026
Home & Garden

You can now toss paper cups and plastic to-go cups into your recycling bin

By Martin City Telegraph / August 18, 2026
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.”

State lawmakers provide legislative update, rundown of August ballot issues for South KC Alliance
Local News

State lawmakers provide legislative update, rundown of August ballot issues for South KC Alliance

By Martin City Telegraph / June 10, 2026

A state senator and four representatives were just five of nearly 20 current and former elected officials in attendance at a South KC Alliance meeting on Monday evening.

House fire reported in Birchwood Hills neighborhood
Local News

House fire reported in Birchwood Hills neighborhood

By Martin City Telegraph / June 9, 2026

The cause of the fire is under investigation by KCFD. No injuries have been reported from this incident.

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