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Platte City makes offer to man from Arnold, Mo.

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Platte City makes offer to man from Arnold, Mo.

BRYAN RICHISON MAY BECOME NEW CITY ADMINISTRATOR Matthew Bryan Richison has been offered the position as the new city administrator for Platte City. The Platte City Board of Aldermen is holding a special closed session today (Friday) at 4:30 to take up the question of authorizing the execution of an employment contract with Richison. Indications from wording in the proposed contract are that Matthew Bryan Richison goes by the name of Bryan. A Go…Read Article

45 Years Ago--June 6, 1980

Platte City · Platte City

45 Years Ago--June 6, 1980

Paul Regan, manager of Ferrelgas of Platte City, Bethel Road, is the new fire chief for the Platte City volunteer fire department. His selection by the other members of the fire department was approved by the Platte City Board of Aldermen at its meeting on June 4. Although he’s new as chief, Regan brings a lot of experience in firefighting to the post, having been with the department for more than eight years. He will be assisted by Larry Bigus,…Read Article

Gas prices, flying rocks, two Ivans

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Gas prices, flying rocks, two Ivans

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New bridge going in on Hwy. Z

Construction continues on a new bridge over the Platte River on Hwy. Z in northeastern Platte County about two miles west of Edgerton. The new deck is set to be poured this week, then the ends will be joined to the highway, followed by painting the traffic lane markings, etc. MoDOT previously removed the old bridge, which carried approximately 700 vehicles a day. MoDOT decided to replace the 57-year-old bridge because of the age and condition of…Edgerton · Edgerton Read Article

Discussion continues on Hwy. 9 proposals in Parkville

MULTIPLE SCENARIOS IN PLAY About 50 people attended the latest in a series of Parkville meetings concerning the city’s plans to “redefine Route 9,” referring to a congested stretch of Hwy. 9 that winds through downtown. The Monday night meeting in the council chambers at City Hall was mostly an explanation of the possible scenarios which are being considered by a steering committee and city officials, joined by an architectural firm hired by the…Parkville, Missouri · Parkville Read Article

Input sought for Downtown Platte City

The City of Platte City is launching on an ambitious endeavor: creating both the Downtown Plan and Parks and Recreation Master Plan simultaneously. By coordinating these planning processes, the plans will complement and reinforce one another, leading to a stronger Platte City for all residents and visitors, city officials say. The Downtown Plan will be a guide to enhancing the streetscapes and facades, improving connectivity to and within downto…Platte City · Platte City Read Article

Arrest After Murder Of Platte County Sports Reporter

Across the bridge there's critical progress in the case against a suspect accused of killing a beloved Platte County sports reporter . . . Just moments ago authorities released the mugshot and preliminary charges against a suspect . . . A press conference is planned for later this afternoon . . . Here are the basics . . . Read more at tonyskansascity.comPlatte County, Missouri · Platte County Read Article

Platte County reports slightly higher seatbelt usage after ‘Make it Click’ campaign

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Seatbelt usage has risen slightly upward in Platte County.Platte County, Missouri · Platte County Read Article

Detectives Speaking with 'Person of Interest' in Shooting Death of Sports Reporter

DENNIS SHARKEY, 50, WAS VICTIM OF POSSIBLE ROAD RAGE Platte County investigators have confirmed to The Landmark they are speaking with a person of interest in the January shooting death of Dennis Sharkey, a local sports reporter. Sharkey, 50, was killed just before 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 10 on Interstate 29 near the 72nd Street exit in Platte County. In response to a question from The Landmark, Platte County Sheriff Erik Holland late Monday afte…Reddit · Platte County Read Article

Parkville loosening restrictions on short-term rentals ahead of World Cup 2026

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PARKVILLE, Mo. – Next year’s World Cup 2026 matches will be here before you know it. At least one Kansas City metro city is getting a head start on cashing in on this worldwide event. KC leaders looking to fill vacant businesses ahead of KC2026 World Cup The city of Parkville is loosening restrictions on short-term rentals, like Air BnBs, hoping to attract fans to that neighboring city. Parkville sits about 20 minutes from the heart of dow…World Cup · Parkville Read Article

45 Years Ago--June 6, 1980

Vicky Lynn Stagner and Robert Pennington were united in marriage May 17 at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, Platte City. The parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Harlan Parker, Platte City. The bridegroom’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Howard Pennington, Atchison, Kan. The Platte County Bank of Platte City has opened at I-29 and Hwy. 92, becoming the community’s second banking institution. With a staff of four employees, the bank is a full-servi…Jay Leno · Platte City Read Article

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