The Platte County Citizen

Complete Platte County news and sports coverage.

Panther comeback seals tournament title

September 2, 2026 Nathan Dunn

It appeared that North Platte’s five-year reign as the champions of the North Platte Softball Invitational was nearing its end, then the Panthers’ offense came to the rescue.

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Platte County softball flying with confidence early

September 9, 2026

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Platte County softball flying with confidence early

September 9, 2026

Nathan Dunn

A confident Platte County team has come out of the gates crushing the softball early on this season.

September 9, 2026

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South streaks past Grandview on Senior Night

September 9, 2026

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South streaks past Grandview on Senior Night

September 9, 2026

Nathan Dunn

An opportunistic first half led the Park Hill South football team to a dominant 61-20 victory on Senior Night against Grandview.

September 9, 2026

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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.

Platte County tops Kearney for district title

PLATTE CITY — Platte County’s baseball team used a steady defense and timely hitting to win a second consecutive Class 5 District 8 championship. After defeating East and St. Pius X earlier in the week, the Pirates defeated Kearney 7-3 on May 23 to take the district title on home turf.

Local wrestlers compete at 2026 MSHSAA State Championships

COLUMBIA — High school wrestlers converged on Mizzou Arena Feb. 25-28 for the MSHSAA Wrestling Championships. There was no shortage of local wrestlers battling among the state’s elite.

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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.