Alyssa’s Wishes Donation

Alyssa’s Wishes Donation

staff2 February 24, 2024

February 24, 2024 Karen Houck started Alyssa’s Wishes in memory of her daughter. She built the Ladybug Library in her front yard. Mark Martin, Manager at the Gardens at Unity Village recently delivered several boxes of books to her from the Garden…

Missouri Innovation Campus Program’s Academic Rigor And Industry Internships Give 2023 Graduate Michael Kraxberger A Competitive Edge

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February 24, 2024 By Janice PhelanCommunications and Marketing University of Central Missouri-Missouri Innovation Campus Graduating high school with an associate degree while gaining technical experience are among the reasons University of Central Missouri 2023 graduate Michael Kraxberger selected UCM’s nationally recognized Missouri…

Saint Luke’s East Hospital Places Final Beam On $52 Million Expansion

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February 24, 2024 Construction crews placed the final structural beam on Saint Luke’s East Hospital’s $52 million expansion project last week, completing the building’s framework. Saint Luke’s East Hospital staff, leadership, and construction team leads celebrated the 62,000-square-foot addition to the hospital…

February 22nd Jackson County Legislature Manny Abarca IV, will meet at the White House

admin February 21, 2024

Thursday, February 22nd Jackson County Legislature Manny Abarca IV, representing the 1st Legislative District will join colleagues at the White House at 9am cst with topics of discussion including gun violence, and the impact of the Build Back Better act. Joined by…

Statement from Lisa Lopez-Galvan’s family

admin February 20, 2024

On behalf of the Lopez-Galvan family, we are grateful to the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office led by Jean Peters Baker and her amazing team of highly experienced and dedicated prosecutors. We also want to thank the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department…

Two men charged in the shootings outside Union Station after Chiefs rally

admin February 20, 2024

For Immediate ReleaseFeb. 20, 2024 Two Kansas City men face murder and other felony charges in connection with the homicide and non-fatal shootings outside Union Station last Wednesday following the parade and rally for the Kansas City Chiefs, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean…

ReDiscover To Host First Youth Visioning Forum

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ReDiscover, in partnership with the Lee’s Summit School District, ProDeo Youth Center, Lee’s Summit Police Department, and Lee’s Summit Cares, will be hosting their first Youth Visioning Forum sessions on Tuesday, Feb. 20 from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. and 12:30 to 1:45…

Filing Procedures on February 27, 2024 for the August 4, 2024 Primary Election Jackson County, Missouri

admin February 19, 2024

Persons wishing to file a declaration of candidacy for the offices of Prosecuting Attorney, Sheriff or County Committeeman/Committeewoman, on opening day of filing, Tuesday, February 27, 2024, may do so at the Jackson County Courthouse, 415 E. 12th Street, Kansas City, Missouri.…

From Lee’s Mayor Bill Baird

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February 14, 2024 Our dear friend Mayor Pro Tem Beto Lopez and his family need our prayers now and tonight. His family members were victims in the parade today. His sister [Lisa Lopez-Galvan] was killed. He has two nieces and a nephew…

A Message From LSR7 School Superintendent Buck

staff2 February 17, 2024

February 15, 2024 Dear LSR7 School Community: It is heartbreaking to hear about the tragedy at the KC Champions Parade yesterday. We extend our deepest condolences and support to all of the victims and their loved ones, and are grateful for our…