Preparation of the grounds for the Platte County Fair are underway. Despite some flooding earlier this summer, the grounds are high and dry. The fair runs Wednesday through Saturday, July 24-27 at the fairgrounds in Tracy. Drone video by Nick Sherman.
45 Years Ago–July 27, 1979
The city council for the City of Platte City has passed an ordinance calling a special election on Aug. 7 for a one percent sales tax. The tax would become effective on Jan. 1, 1980. All receipts from the retail...