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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
South KC Perspective

Who should be Kansas City’s next police chief? You should have a say

By Martin City Telegraph / August 18, 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
Vehicle slams into concrete pillar at I-435 and I-470
Local News

Vehicle slams into concrete pillar at I-435 and I-470

By Martin City Telegraph / May 27, 2026

The driver showed signs of impairment, and the passenger is listed in critical condition.

Man shot and killed at apartments near Blue Ridge and Bannister
Local News

Man shot and killed at apartments near Blue Ridge and Bannister

By Martin City Telegraph / May 27, 2026

If anyone was in this area of the apartment and heard or saw anything or has any information, call 816-234-5043 or the TIPS Hotline anonymously at 816-474-TIPS.

$13 million in federal funds to bolster Grandview developments, other efforts across KC metro
Local News

$13 million in federal funds to bolster Grandview developments, other efforts across KC metro

By Martin City Telegraph / May 26, 2026

The $13 million in regional safety, transportation and improvement project funding comes just two weeks before 2026 FIFA World Cup festivities begin, bringing thousands of visitors to the Kansas City metro.

Bring on the summer! Our guide to summer in south KC
Arts & Entertainment

Bring on the summer! Our guide to summer in south KC

By Martin City Telegraph / May 22, 2026

Summer is here and our entertainment editor has a long list of ideas.

Grandview High School unveils newly renovated library, broadcast journalism studio
Local News

Grandview High School unveils newly renovated library, broadcast journalism studio

By Martin City Telegraph / May 21, 2026

“Tonight is not exciting just simply because we’re opening something new, but because things like this represent a continued commitment to these young people, a belief that they matter, that their experiences matter, their resources matter, and the community around them believes in their potential,” choir director Ehan Hartung said. 

South KC Perspective: Ignition interlock legislation passes, PIAC hearings coming up
City Business/Local News/South KC Perspective

South KC Perspective: Ignition interlock legislation passes, PIAC hearings coming up

By Martin City Telegraph / May 21, 2026

DWI bill heads to Kehoe’s desk while Kansas City schedules Public Improvements Advisory Committee hearings.

Kansas City’s 6th District constituents first to engage on ‘monument sign’ legislation
Local News

Kansas City’s 6th District constituents first to engage on ‘monument sign’ legislation

By Martin City Telegraph / May 20, 2026

The goal: to erect a monument sign in the Brookside neighborhood through a council-approved signage plan, according to Councilwoman Andrea Bough. Examples of monument signs include the monument signs at City Market or the one planned for Grandview’s future farmers market location, Grandview Station. 

House fire reported at 81st and Holmes Road
Local News

House fire reported at 81st and Holmes Road

By Martin City Telegraph / May 19, 2026

Heavy smoke and fire was reported coming from the garage of a 2-story house.

Leawood approves final Lockton plans and other developments
Business/City Business/Local News

Leawood approves final Lockton plans and other developments

By Martin City Telegraph / May 19, 2026

By Ben McCarthy From single-story buildings to skyscrapers, Leawood’s Governing Body and its Planning Commission

Sonesta International, Denver investment firm to renovate long-vacant south Kansas City hotel
Business/Local News

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

By Martin City Telegraph / May 18, 2026

“Everybody who drives past it sees it,” said Bill Rothman, owner of ACN Capital, the Denver-based the group behind the project. “It has been, I would say, a source of not positive vibes.”

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

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

By Martin City Telegraph / May 18, 2026

“A marked fatality has followed the Shannon brothers – rapidly rising to fortune ……now all dead within a brief period. Truly life is uncertain.”

‘Eat in color:’ Safi Fresh on Wornall offers quick, healthy fare
Business/Dining/Dining/Local News

‘Eat in color:’ Safi Fresh on Wornall offers quick, healthy fare

By Martin City Telegraph / May 14, 2026

“Eating healthy doesn’t have to be bland,” said LaRonda LaNear, who opened Safi Fresh at 8133 Wornall last month. The restaurant offers quick-serve healthy meals such as salads, smoothies, bowls and sandwiches.

KCPD reports 100 new officers, increase in aggravated assaults to South Kansas City Alliance
City Business/Local News

KCPD reports 100 new officers, increase in aggravated assaults to South Kansas City Alliance

By Martin City Telegraph / May 13, 2026

KCPD Chief Stacey Graves and South Patrol Commander Major Kari Thompson were among those who spoke at Monday’s South Kansas City Alliance meeting.

Rainy Day Books to host Ingels Elementary book fair, give all students $20 vouchers
Education/Local News

Rainy Day Books to host Ingels Elementary book fair, give all students $20 vouchers

By Martin City Telegraph / May 12, 2026

All Ingels Elementary students will receive $20 in “Book Bucks” to go toward a purchase at the fair courtesy of Rainy Day Books’ Books for All program.

Free waste drop off on Saturday for KCMO residents
South KC Perspective

Free waste drop off on Saturday for KCMO residents

By Martin City Telegraph / May 9, 2026

Drops off sites include Ruskin High School, Center Academy for Success and Southeast High School.

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