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Hardy claims Class 5 State medal

November 11, 2026 Nathan Dunn

Colton Hardy saved his best high school cross country run for his last, setting a Park Hill program record while earning a medal at the 78th MSHAA Cross Country State Championships on Nov. 7 in Columbia.

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Seifert named Class 4 Softball Player of the Year

November 11, 2026

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Seifert named Class 4 Softball Player of the Year

November 11, 2026

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After a record-breaking fall season, Platte County senior shortstop Bryli Seifert earned Class 4 Player of the Year honors from the Missouri High School Fastpitch Coaches Association (MHSFCA).

November 11, 2026

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Platte County dismantles Lincoln Prep, set to host district finals

November 11, 2026

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Platte County dismantles Lincoln Prep, set to host district finals

November 11, 2026

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The Class 5 District 8 football championship game is returning to Pirates Stadium for a third straight year after top-seeded Platte County handled its semifinal clash against Lincoln Prep with ease, winning 49-7.

November 11, 2026

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Platte County softball wins district title

SMITHVILLE, Mo. — Platte County’s softball team won a district title on Oct. 19 for the first time since 2021, defeating Smithville 5-3.

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Individual District Tennis: Kaser, Keith dominant in repeat doubles title

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Three Platte County-area girls tennis programs participated in individual district tournaments on Oct. 9.

Platte County defeats Smithville on Military Appreciation Night

PLATTE CITY — The Platte County football team celebrated America on Military Appreciation Night, defeating Smithville 38-17 on Sept. 18 at Pirate Stadium.

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Platte County baseball finishes third at state

OZARK — The Platte County baseball team finished third in Class 5, capturing a state trophy for the third time since 2022.

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Platte County Steam Engine Show

The 161st Platte County Fair

The 161st annual Platte County Fair kicked off Wednesday, July 24 and ran through Saturday, July 27 at the county fairgrounds in Tracy. Activities included the Queen contest, demolition derby and horse show. Trinity Wrightfield was named 2024 Fair Queen on Wednesday night.

Kids and Cops in Platte City

The Platte City Police Department welcomed families into downtown Platte City Tuesday, Aug. 10 for free food, activities and other fun. The rain held out to allow the visit of Kansas City Chiefs mascot KC Wolf.

Platte County Fair

The 158th Platte County Fair returned to a full four-day event this year, Wednesday, July 21 through Saturday, July 24 in Tracy.