Lake Lotawana Native Releases A Scrumptious Pie Cookbook

Lake Lotawana Native Releases A Scrumptious Pie Cookbook

staff2 October 24, 2020

October 24, 2020 “Pie as Art, Volume 1” was released on July 10, 2020 at a pie‐themed community event in Lindsborg, KS. Laura Baker, the author, baker, and illustrator of the book was the artist‐in‐residence at the Red Barn Studios where the…

Who Gets the Flag from the Military or Civil Officer?

staff2 October 24, 2020

October 24, 2020 When a U.S. military veteran dies, an American Flag is provided in honor of his or her service. This flag is ultimately folded 13 times, each fold is rich with symbolic meaning; it appears as a triangle, with only…

HCA Midwest Health T0 Host “Crush The Crisis” Opioid Take Back Day On October 24

staff2 October 22, 2020

As pandemic-related stress may be fueling crisis, events at Centerpoint Medical Center, Lee’s Summit Medical Center, Menorah Medical Center and Research Medical Center correspond with DEA “Take Back Day” to educate community about safe, proper disposal of opioids. WHO: HCA Midwest Health…

Exes, Stepchildren and a Funeral – Planning Matters

staff2 October 17, 2020

October 17, 2020 For many, funerals, visitations, wakes and burials are all important ways to remember – and celebrate – the life of a loved one. However, in some circumstances the life of the deceased may present a complex or complicated family…

How to Write a Eulogy

staff2 October 10, 2020

October 10, 2020 What is a Eulogy?Although there are many spoken traditions in funeral services—such as the use of hymns or prayers—eulogies also play an important role in honoring the life of the deceased. Eulogies offer the speaker—and the audience—a chance to…

What Determines the Cost of a Funeral?

staff2 October 3, 2020

October 3, 2020 When a family member or a close friend has just passed, it may seem crass to think of financial matters—and yet, even during a season of bereavement, families must consider the monetary. You may have a funeral to plan…

UCM’s Professional Training And Education Open House Geared For Adults Seeking Training For A New Career

staff2 October 3, 2020

October 3, 2020 Would you like to begin a new career in a high-demand field? The University of Central Missouri’s monthly Professional Training and Education Open House is designed to help adult learners find the workforce training that fits their goals. The next…

Lee’s Summit R-7 School District Details Hybrid Learning Plan for Grades 4-12

admin September 29, 2020

Sept. 29, 2020 By Katy BergenPronouns: She, her, hers (What’s This?)Executive Director of Public RelationsLee’s Summit R-7 School District As the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District continues an unprecedented school year, COVID-19 has prompted the district to embrace flexibility, innovation and resourcefulness…

Jackson County Executive announces passage of $5 million equity-based school funding plan

admin September 28, 2020

Sept. 28, 2020 KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. is excited to announce the County Legislature’s unanimous approval of his equity-based K-12 public school funding plan. The plan, Ordinance 5398, provides $5,000,000 of the federal CARES Act funds received…

Statement Regarding Governor and First Lady Parson COVID-19 Test Results

admin September 23, 2020

Sept. 23, 2020 (JEFFERSON CITY, MO) – Today, Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson tested positive for COVID-19. Out of an abundance of caution, the First Lady was tested this morning after displaying minor symptoms. The Governor was then tested as well…