School Bus Safety Week

School Bus Safety Week

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October 20, 2025, marked the start of School Bus Safety Week and the Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind motorists that school bus safety is an important part of driver etiquette. The Patrol encourages everyone to review these school bus…

Trunk or Treat at Longview Chapel

staff2 October 20, 2025

Join Longview Chapel Christian Church for an afternoon of safe and spooky fun! They will be having a Trunk or Treat from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. Come with your costume and trick-or-treat bag and enjoy all the treats…

Get Your Flu Shot For Free — Without Leaving Your Car!

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Is your family ready for flu season? Mark your calendars. On October 24th, Jackson County Public Health (JCPH) is offering FREE drive-thru flu vaccines. Appointments begin at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, October 24th at First United Methodist Church of Blue Springs located…

Lee’s Summit OATS Operator One Of Six Recognized With Award

staff2 October 16, 2025

Missouri is one of the few states that provides public transit service in every county – enabling individuals to get where they need to go. Beyond working to offer this unmatched level of accessibility, many transit operators are electively going the extra…

Jackson County Parks + Rec Presents The 31st Annual Dogtober Fest

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WHAT: Jackson County Parks + Rec invites dog lovers and their furry companions to celebrate the 31st Annual Dogtober Fest — a day filled with contests, games, demonstrations, and activities for dogs of all ages and abilities. Admission is free with a…

Partners In Preservation: Helping Reopen The Historic Englewood Theater

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The Truman Heartland Community Foundation is pleased to support the group of Independence community leaders leading the initiative to redevelop the Englewood Theater, which has been closed for 18 years. Our Board of Directors agreed to the Foundation serving as a fiscal…

Summit Lodge Installs Officers For 2025/26

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On September 7, 2026, Summit Lodge No. 263, A.F. & A.M, held an open Installation of Officers at the lodge located at 2409 SW M-291 Highway. Pictured above are the new officers for the year 2025/2026. Front row, left to right: Mark…

Lee’s Summit Symphony Orchestra 2025 Concert Season

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The Lee’s Summit Symphony Orchestra will kick off their 2025-25 Concert Season with “Guitarras del Sol” on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. at The Pavilion at John Knox Village located at 520 NW Murray Road in Lee’s Summit. Doors open one…

Sign Up Now For 2025 Lee’s Summit Veteran Day Parade

staff2 October 1, 2025

Lee’s Summit is preparing to honor its veterans, and the community is invited to be a part of the celebration. The Jack Ray VFW & Auxiliary 5789 is looking for organizations and individuals to participate in this year’s Veterans Day Parade on…

Troop A Memorial Dedication & 32nd Annual Corporal Michael Webster Blood Drive

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The Missouri State Highway Patrol announces the 32nd Annual Corporal Michael E. Webster Memorial Blood Drive. The blood drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2 at Troop A Headquarters, located at 1900 N.E. Independence Avenue,…