The Platte County Citizen

Complete Platte County news and sports coverage.

Maki takes presiding commissioner

August 4, 2026 Platte County Citizen

In the race for presiding commissioner, incumbent Scott Fricker bowed out of the race early on, and the Aug. 4 Republican primary consisted of Gena Ross and Jason Maki.

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Roy’s strike lifts Pirates past Smithville

September 23, 2026

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Roy’s strike lifts Pirates past Smithville

September 23, 2026

Nathan Dunn

Platte County’s soccer team flirted with danger in the first half, but a much-improved second half gave junior forward Kayden Roy the chance to deliver a much-needed goal and lift the Pirates over Smithville on Sept. 16 at Pirate Stadium.

September 23, 2026

Nathan Dunn

September 23, 2026

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West Platte softball holding its weight

September 23, 2026

Nathan Dunn

West Platte’s softball team is off to a 5-9 start to the season in a schedule packed with tough competition.

September 23, 2026

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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.

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.

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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.