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Former KCPD officer sentenced to life after Walmart shooting

September 22, 2026 Platte County Citizen

A Kansas City police officer who left the force in 2014 was sentenced last week to life in prison for shooting and killing a 71-year-old man in the Walmart parking lot located at North Boardwalk Avenue in Kansas City.

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State Champions: Kaser, Keith make history with school’s first tennis title

October 28, 2026

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State Champions: Kaser, Keith make history with school’s first tennis title

October 28, 2026

Nathan Dunn

Ellie Kaser and Macie Keith saved their best tennis for the biggest moments, rallying through a challenging championship match to deliver a milestone victory for Platte County High School.

October 28, 2026

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Platte County softball’s power, patience propel Pirates to State

October 28, 2026

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Platte County softball’s power, patience propel Pirates to State

October 28, 2026

Nathan Dunn

Platte County’s softball team built an early cushion with a powerful and patient offensive display, weathered Belton’s rallies and kept swinging back until the final out. Now, the Pirates are headed to the State Final Four.

October 28, 2026

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Platte County softball wins district title

SMITHVILLE, Mo. — Platte County’s softball team won a district title on Oct. 19 for the first time since 2021, defeating Smithville 5-3.

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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.

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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.