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Public Works asks residents for ideas to make Troost safer
Public Works asks residents for ideas to make Troost safer
Feedback will help determine engineering improvements to reduce traffic crashes
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August 28, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Public Works asks residents for ideas to make Troost safer
Spanish immersion day care coming to Gregory Blvd.
Spanish immersion day care coming to Gregory Blvd.
Former office space will open classroom doors in January 2026
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August 26, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Spanish immersion day care coming to Gregory Blvd.
Homeschooling co-op puts emphasis on nature, away from the “old grind”
Homeschooling co-op puts emphasis on nature, away from the “old grind”
Grandview is home to two co-op experiences that extend learning for homeschooling families from around the metro
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August 25, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Homeschooling co-op puts emphasis on nature, away from the “old grind”
Diane Euston explores the history of Olathe: Originally home to the Kansas, Pawnee and Osage tribes, later settled by whites and the site of violent pro- and anti-slavery clashes.
The early history of Olathe
The county seat of Johnson County, Kansas has an interesting and surprising early history
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August 24, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Diane Euston explores the history of Olathe: Originally home to the Kansas, Pawnee and Osage tribes, later settled by whites and the site of violent pro- and anti-slavery clashes.
Kansas City Firefighters responded to a reported house fire at the 11221 Herrick Ave. around 7:30 pm.
Fire contained to single room thanks to firefighters’ action at 11221 Herrick Ave.
The fire was contained to a single room and contents.
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August 24, 2025 at 1:22 AM
Kansas City Firefighters responded to a reported house fire at the 11221 Herrick Ave. around 7:30 pm.
Last week, Kansas City Parks & Rec unveiled new historial panel at Minor Park, one in a series of four signs along KCMO trails, funded by PIAC through a partnership with the Trailside Center.
Community-led project promotes historical appreciation of south KCMO trails
South KC's Trailside Center partnered with KC Parks & Rec to create PIAC-funded interpretive panels.
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August 23, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Last week, Kansas City Parks & Rec unveiled new historial panel at Minor Park, one in a series of four signs along KCMO trails, funded by PIAC through a partnership with the Trailside Center.
Training & Technical Center expands curriculum in Belton
Academy model encourages high schoolers to explore high demand and high paying career options
Academy model encourages high schoolers to explore high demand and high paying career options
Training & Technical Center expands curriculum in Belton
Academy model encourages high schoolers to explore high demand and high paying career options
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August 22, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Training & Technical Center expands curriculum in Belton
Academy model encourages high schoolers to explore high demand and high paying career options
Academy model encourages high schoolers to explore high demand and high paying career options
The Belton License Office takes over the former Family Cabin Restaurant space.
Belton License Office moves to new location
“Provided it’s not a Friday or end of month, you are in the door, out the door in 15 minutes.”
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August 21, 2025 at 8:33 PM
The Belton License Office takes over the former Family Cabin Restaurant space.
Fitzpatrick says the potential improper activity uncovered by the investigation warrants a more comprehensive look at district operations.
State Auditor says investigation of the Hickman Mills School District prompts a full audit
"School-funded trips to Ghana and China raised red flags for many parents and taxpayers in the Hickman Mills School District."
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August 21, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Fitzpatrick says the potential improper activity uncovered by the investigation warrants a more comprehensive look at district operations.
An investigation determined the most likely cause of the fire to be a lightning strike.
Lightening strike to blame for Leawood house fire
Two Leawood firefighters sustained minor injuries during the response and were treated and released.
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August 20, 2025 at 5:27 PM
An investigation determined the most likely cause of the fire to be a lightning strike.
Helping the homeless on Indian Creek
Helping the homeless on Indian Creek
“I always wanted to give back because I know how it made me feel."
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August 20, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Helping the homeless on Indian Creek
the unrestrained front seat passenger was ejected from the vehicle..
Open car door in speeding vehicle leads to injury
The passenger is currently in critical condition and the investigation is ongoing.
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August 20, 2025 at 3:13 PM
the unrestrained front seat passenger was ejected from the vehicle..
Public School Districts begin a new year
Public School Districts begin a new year
What's new at four local districts
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August 19, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Public School Districts begin a new year
City seeks community input for Troost Corridor Improvements
Road revitalization aims to increase safety and investment
Road revitalization aims to increase safety and investment
City seeks community input for Troost Corridor Improvements
Road revitalization aims to increase safety and investment
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August 18, 2025 at 11:04 PM
City seeks community input for Troost Corridor Improvements
Road revitalization aims to increase safety and investment
Road revitalization aims to increase safety and investment
How will the new Missouri law prohibiting cell phone use in school be implemented? The Telegraph talked to local teachers, administrators and experts.
Schools react to student cell phone ban
New Missouri law requires school districts to prohibit student phone use during instructional time.
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August 18, 2025 at 5:30 PM
How will the new Missouri law prohibiting cell phone use in school be implemented? The Telegraph talked to local teachers, administrators and experts.
The City of Grandview broke ground earlier this month on the largest infrastructure project in its history.
Grandview begins improvements on Blue Ridge Boulevard
Largest infrastructure project in the city history expected to be finished later this year
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August 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The City of Grandview broke ground earlier this month on the largest infrastructure project in its history.
Here's a roundup of news happening at southside private schools this year.
South KC Private School News
Schools enjoy building expansions and new leadership
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August 17, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Here's a roundup of news happening at southside private schools this year.
Meet Art Hall, the new President and Head of School at Barstow.
Barstow welcomes its 18th president and strengthens its connection to KC
By Collyn Robinson As students, staff and faculty at The Barstow School embark on another academic year, they will encounter a new face on campus: Arthur “Art” Hall, who was welcomed as the school’s 18th president and head of school on Tuesday, July 1. His appointment makes him the first Black person to hold the position in the school’s 140-year history.
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August 17, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Meet Art Hall, the new President and Head of School at Barstow.
ansas City fire fighters responded to a reported house fire in the 1100 block of West 76th Street at 7:11 p.m.
House fire off Ward Parkway and 76th Street
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the Kansas City Fire Department.
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August 17, 2025 at 2:06 AM
ansas City fire fighters responded to a reported house fire in the 1100 block of West 76th Street at 7:11 p.m.
Last week's South Kansas City Alliance meeting featuring a discussion about temporary jail facilities to help deter city crime.
Speakers address the need for temporary jail
“I feel like we have a strong majority support on the city council and mayor to get this approved.”
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August 16, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Last week's South Kansas City Alliance meeting featuring a discussion about temporary jail facilities to help deter city crime.
Diane “Mama” Ray and her band have hosted the longest-running jam session in KC. The Telegraph caught up with the blues-singing legend as she celebrates 39 years of live music.
Mama Ray celebrates 39 years of jamming
“A lot of people playing music out there– first time they ever played in front of an audience was at the Mama Ray Jam.”
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August 15, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Diane “Mama” Ray and her band have hosted the longest-running jam session in KC. The Telegraph caught up with the blues-singing legend as she celebrates 39 years of live music.
Saved! Paul Robeson Middle School escapes foreclosure
Saved! Paul Robeson Middle School escapes foreclosure
Neighbors want to see blighted conditions fixed at long-vacant campus
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August 14, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Saved! Paul Robeson Middle School escapes foreclosure
South KC is home to several certified animal chiropractors who help dogs, cats and all manner of other creatures find relief and support overall wellness.
Animal chiropractors bring relief to furry friends
“There’s no placebo effect with animals. You see the changes immediately.”
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August 13, 2025 at 6:32 PM
South KC is home to several certified animal chiropractors who help dogs, cats and all manner of other creatures find relief and support overall wellness.
John Gray was a multi-lingual mountain man who explored the west and settled with his family in the area that would become Kansas City.
The unknown story of John Gray, early mountain man and settler of the area
Trailblazer spent decades exploring the west, trapping and fighting bears
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August 10, 2025 at 1:50 PM
John Gray was a multi-lingual mountain man who explored the west and settled with his family in the area that would become Kansas City.
Westport's Harris-Kearney House -- oldest two-story brick building in KCMO -- is undergoing a capital campaign with Andy and Tammy Reid serving as honorary chairs.
Support a local historic landmark to win tickets to the Chiefs
Harris-Kearney House in Westport is the oldest two-story brick building in KCMO
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August 9, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Westport's Harris-Kearney House -- oldest two-story brick building in KCMO -- is undergoing a capital campaign with Andy and Tammy Reid serving as honorary chairs.