​​Weston • Platte County • Missouri

Troy and Rebecca Wajda as Alice and the Mad Hatter. The entire family chose characters from 
Alice in Wonderland and Troy was  left with only Alice to portray, which he did in fine fashion.

The Weston Chronicle

-- Platte County Parks and Recreation Increases Money for Outreach Grants

 The Missouri Department of Transportation Kansas City (MoDOT KC) will hold an open house style meeting to discuss the Route HH Interchange Improvements Along Route HH In Platte County. The meeting will be held on Thursday, November 13, from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at the Platte City Hall, located at 224 Marshall Rd, Platte City, MO 64079.
The meeting will be an open house meeting with no formal presentation. Following the public meeting there will also be an opportunity to view project displays and exhibits and leave comments on the project webpage beginning at 4 pm on Thursday, November 13.
Please visit the project webpage for more information to view project displays and exhibits or to leave a comment, Route HH Interchange Improvements along Route HH in Platte County | Missouri Department of Transportation
For more information about MoDOT news, projects, or events, please visit our website at https://www.modot.org/kansascity.  For instant updates, follow https://x.com/MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity. 

A total of $500,000 will be available for the Platte County Parks Outreach Grant Program next year. The program is a longstanding initiative designed to promote the development of local parks, recreational facilities, and programs that enhance the quality of life for residents. 
Established nearly 25 years ago, the program supports public recreation efforts, including sports, wellness, historical, and cultural arts activities; capital improvements and maintenance of parks, trails, and historic sites; and equipment acquisitions for recreational or historical facilities. 
Funding comes from a dedicated ¼ cent sales tax approved by Platte County voters in 2000 and renewed in 2009 and 2020. Eligible applicants include local governments, school districts, nonprofits, and other public subdivisions based in or leasing facilities within Platte County. 
Applications are due January 16, 2026, with awards announced by March following review by the Platte County Parks Board of Commissioners and approval by the County Commission.  The application and guidelines can be found at www.platteparks.com. 

Presiding Commissioner Scott Fricker emphasized the value of the program, saying, “Nearly every public park, public recreation program, or public event or program has received assistance from the Parks Outreach Grant Program at some point over the past 25 years.  These public spaces and events are a critical part of our community and are why so many call Platte County home.  We are excited to double the grant offering in 2026 to show our support for the organizations who work tirelessly to make Platte County a wonderful place to live, work, and play.” 
Previous Outreach Grants supported local types of projects over the years such as:
 Harrell Ferrel Park, Platte City: Enhancements to bleachers for better seating and comfort at this popular community space.
Weston, Missouri: Construction of a new skateboard park, featuring lighting, shade canopy, a drinking fountain, and a restroom, as envisioned by the Kayle Moppin Memorial Foundation.
Village of Ferrelview City Park: Funding for an all-inclusive playground and walking trail 
For more information about the Outreach Grant Program or the funded projects, please contact Chris Oryshyn at coryshyn@co.platte.mo.us or 816-858-3337.

Hundreds of costumed characters roamed Main Street Saturday night for trick or treating, followed by Spookfest at Jeff’s Architectural Salvage. 
“The Weston Community Theatre is very grateful for the support of everyone who attended the Spookfest activities on Halloween!” said Susanna Bartee, one of the organizers. “We raised some money to help defray the costs of our free production of The Addams Family in July, made new friends, and had a lot of spooky fun! In addition to all of our volunteers, special thanks go to Jeff and Tracy Turney at Jeff’s Architectural Salvage, the Masonic Lodge, William McQueen, and Corey Weinfurt. We are planning something even bigger and better next year...more details to be announced in coming months!”

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--Food Assistance Available

--MoDOT Public Meeting for HH in Platte County, Nov. 13

-- Halloween in Weston

As the Government Shutdown continues and SNAP assistance is uncertain, food assistance is continuing in the area.
A new Food Pantry is being organized to provide food every second Thursday of the month, depending on the demand. Plans are to have the pantry open 3 to 7 p.m, starting Thursday, November 13.
The assistance is an alliance of the Ministerial Alliance and the Democratic Women’s Club for Northern Platte County. For questions about how to make donations of hygine, paper goods and shelf stable foods, call Melissa Hickman at 816-739-3189.
Missouir WIC benefits will be available for redemption in Missouri into November, according to the MO Dept. of Health and Senior Services (DHSS). Women, Infants and Children(WIC) provides quality nutrition education, breastfeeding promotion and support, nutritious foods and referrals to health services to qualifying individuals. Continue to watch for updates at wic.mo.gov.
The Harvesters Food Truck deliveries continue at the Weston City Hall parking lot. The next distribution is Friday, November 21, starting around noon.

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