Economic Effects: China Wok

Approximately 150 people attended the 40th anniversary celebration of the Platte City Lions Club Friday, March 28. The banquet, catered by the women of the Platte City United Methodist Church, was held at the Platte City High School. The Methodist...

Platte County R-3’s $5.48 million bond issue, which required a 4/7ths majority (57%) for approval, was defeated by around 40 votes at Tuesday’s general election. Final numbers showed 709 in favor and 605 opposed (just short of 54%). In the...

Sign violations and potential traffic dangers brought two local convenience stores to the attention of Parkville’s board of aldermen in a meeting Tuesday evening. After a brief discussion, the board voted unanimously not to revoke the business license of the...

EDITOR: The most recent public comments by Platte County Presiding Commissioner Scott Fricker regarding the 'Senior Tax Freeze' and the mechanics involved in reviewing and approving applications have been brought to my attention. As Mr. Fricker is well aware, I...