A Fresh Look At Healthy Goals In The New Year

A Fresh Look At Healthy Goals In The New Year

staff2 January 26, 2026

Heading into a new year, it feels like a great time to mix things up. So, after several years interviewing leaders in health and medicine to get their insight for this column, I thought it seemed only fair to turn the tables…

Driver Examination Stations To Close For January Holiday

staff2 January 16, 2026

The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following date: Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. For more news, follow the…

A Year of Extraordinary Giving: Truman Heartland Doubles Community Impact In 2025

staff2 January 15, 2026

As we begin a new year, it’s a great time to look back on the year just completed and look forward to the new year, recalling the highlights of the year ending and thinking about our goals and hopes for the coming…

Recycle Your Holiday Lights At The KCZoo

staff2 December 25, 2025

Making a difference this holiday season has never been easier. Recycle your broken, old or unused holiday lights at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium this winter through Sunday, January 11. Christmas lights contain common recyclable materials like plastic, glass, copper and…

Christmas At The Cabin Kids’ Event At Longview Chapel

staff2 December 6, 2025

Longview Chapel Christian Church welcomes your child (age 4 through 5th grade) to join them for Christmas at the Cabin on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the church located at 850 SW Longview Road in Lee’s Summit. Gather…

Governor Kehoe Announces Justin Hamm As Missouri Poet Laureate

staff2 December 1, 2025

Governor Mike Kehoe recently announced the appointment of Justin Hamm, of Mexico, as the Missouri Poet Laureate for 2025-2025. Mr. Hamm currently serves as the school librarian at Eugene Field Elementary in Mexico and is the author of five books of poetry and several individual…

How Sleep and Exercise Can Help Kids’ Health and Grades

staff2 November 24, 2025

Now that kids are back in school, families are settling into their new routines after a long summer break. It can certainly be a busy time for everyone. But this transition can also be a great opportunity to help our kids —…

Need A Ride?

staff2 November 21, 2025

OATS Transit is currently offering regular transportation services to rural residents of any age. To schedule a ride or to inquire about services available in your area, call the OATS Transit office at 816-380-7433 or 800-480-6287. You can also visit www.oatstransit.org, where you…

Fall Bingo & Soup Potluck At Longview Chapel

staff2 November 8, 2025

You’re invited to Fall Bingo Night on Saturday, November 15th at 5:30 p.m.! We’ll kick things off with a Soup Potluck, so bring your favorite soup or side dish to share—think cozy, warm, and delicious! Plus, we’ll have a dessert auction (because…

23rd Annual Trooper Michael L. Newton Toy Drive

staff2 November 7, 2025

Captain Steven V. Wilhoit, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, announces the kickoff of the 23rd Annual Trooper Michael L. Newton Toy Drive. The toy drive runs through December 1, 2025. The Trooper Michael L. Newton Toy Drive is the cooperative…