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Trojans down Oak Park on walk-off field goal

October 21, 2026 Nathan Dunn

Jair Morales rose to the occasion for Park Hill’s football team by hitting two second-half field goals, including the walk-off winner in overtime, as the Trojans defeated Oak Park 20-17 in an Oct. 16 road contest.

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Platte County softball ends district curse

October 21, 2026

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Platte County softball ends district curse

October 21, 2026

Nathan Dunn

Four consecutive district championship losses had stood between Platte County’s softball team and a return to the top. On Oct. 19, the Pirates finally cleared that hurdle.

October 21, 2026

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Trease stars in West Platte’s KCI three-peat sweep

October 21, 2026

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Trease stars in West Platte’s KCI three-peat sweep

October 21, 2026

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West Platte junior cross country standout Charles Trease finished his regular-season campaign in style, winning both individual titles at the West Platte Invitational/KCI Conference Championships on Oct. 17 at Platte Ridge Park in Platte City.

October 21, 2026

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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.

Weekend of rain, frustration and star performers at state track

JEFFERSON CITY — The 100th MSHSAA Track and Field Championship were held May 29-30 on Licklider Track at Jefferson City High School.

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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.