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North Platte volleyball rolls past Orrick, Penney

October 7, 2026 Nathan Dunn

North Platte’s volleyball team won consecutive matches for the second time this season, defeating Orrick on Sept. 29 and Penney on Oct. 1.

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Kaser, Keith dominate in district doubles title repeat

October 14, 2026

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Kaser, Keith dominate in district doubles title repeat

October 14, 2026

Nathan Dunn

Nothing could deny the dominant doubles tandem of Ellie Kaser and Macie Keith as they repeated their title at the MSHSAA Class 2 District 8 Individual Girls Tennis Championships, held Oct. 9 at the St. Pius X Athletic Complex.

October 14, 2026

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October 14, 2026

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Murphy punches ticket to state

October 14, 2026

Nathan Dunn

For a second consecutive season, Park Hill South senior girls golfer Tyler Murphy is preparing for a trip to the MSHSAA Class 4 State Championships.

October 14, 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.