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Man convicted on statutory rape charge

August 25, 2026 Platte County Citizen

A Platte County jury found a Kansas City man guilty on Aug. 20 of raping a 15-year-old girl at a New Years Eve party on Jan. 1, 2019 in Kansas City. Harley A. Marolt, 28, was convicted after a four-day jury trial of statutory rape in the second degree.

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Minder magic guides Trojans past Panthers

September 16, 2026

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Minder magic guides Trojans past Panthers

September 16, 2026

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Park Hill was far from perfect, but Andrew Minder played the game of his life to carry the Trojans to their first win of the season, defeating Park Hill South 38-20 on Sept. 11 at Preston Field.

September 16, 2026

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Platte County volleyball delivers strong message

September 16, 2026

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Platte County volleyball delivers strong message

September 16, 2026

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The Greater KC White Division volleyball teams have been sent an early-season message that Platte County means business.

September 16, 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.