Paradise Park “We’re open, and we’re cleaning. As usual. (And extra!)”

Paradise Park “We’re open, and we’re cleaning. As usual. (And extra!)”

admin March 13, 2020

March 13, 2020 Information from Paradise Park today. Clean, safe, fun has been our mission since day 1 of opening our doors. Every hour, every day, every week for the past nearly 3 decades we have had procedures in place and trained…

MCC campuses start spring break early due to COVID-19 concerns

admin March 12, 2020

March 12, 2020 Blake Fry, Ed.D., Executive Director of District Communication and Marketing Metropolitan Community College closed at 4 p.m. today (Thursday, March 12), and will remain closed through the end of spring break on Sunday, March 22. Spring break had been…

COVID-19 Impact on FIRST Events

admin March 12, 2020

FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) made the announcement today they have suspended of the current FIRST season and the cancellation of both Championship events. March 12, 2020 Dear friends, colleagues & partners, It is with deep disappointment that…

Downtown Lee’s Summit cancels Emerald Isle Parade

admin March 12, 2020

March 12, 2020 By Julie Cook | Events & Promotions Director Increased calls for inclement weather, combined with growing concerns over COVID-19 have led us to believe the best decision for both parade participants and spectators is to cancel the parade. “This…

First Look At $44M 291N And 50 Highway Project

staff2 February 22, 2020

February 22, 2020 Mallory [email protected] The City of Lee’s Summit has taken its first formal step toward a $44.1 million renovation of the interchange at Missouri Route 291 North and US 50 Highway. The city council this week voted to approve a…

MAR Building Solutions Gives Back To Community At Grand Opening Celebration

staff2 February 22, 2020

February 22, 2020 By Alyssa LallyLee’s Summit Economic Development Council MAR Building Solutions celebrated the grand opening of its new headquarters in February. Community leaders, business partners, friends and family gathered to tour the new facility and check out new equipment. MAR…

Lee’s Summit Chamber Board Names Matt Baird As New President

admin February 21, 2020

Feb. 21, 2020 Lee’s Summit, Mo. – The Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announced, today, Matt Baird will lead the organization as its new President. Baird has been an integral part of the Chamber staff for the past five…

General Fund Revenues, Expenses Down

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February 15, 2020 Mallory [email protected] The city’s general fund budget for fiscal year 2020 is projected to fall short by just 0.06%. Chris Clubine, management analyst for the City of Lee’s Summit, reported mid-year projections to the city council’s finance and budget…

New CID Appears Likely

staff2 February 15, 2020

February 15, 2020 Mallory [email protected] The Southside Plaza Shopping Center, a retail area at SW Blue Parkway and Third Street that is located within the 50 Highway Urban Renewal District, could soon be seeing some redevelopment. The city council heard a presentation…

Lee’s Summit Business Destroyed by Fire

admin February 9, 2020

UPDATED Feb. 9, 2020 8:32 a.m. Feb. 9, 2020 4:56 a.m. By Assistant Chief Jim Eden Lee’s Summit Fire Department LEE’S SUMMIT, MO— On Sunday, February 09, 2020 at 2:25 a.m. the Lee’s Summit Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire…