Jackson County Executive Statement

Jackson County Executive Statement

admin November 8, 2023

November 8, 2023 Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. has issued the following statement in response to the defeat of Jackson County Question 1, which would have established a county use tax: “The use tax proposal that was presented on last night’s…

Veterans Day Parade

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The VFW Post 5789 and Auxiliary will be holding their annual Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023 at 12 p.m. in downtown Lee’s Summit. This year’s parade theme is “Freedom Isn’t Free – 70th Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice.”…

Pro Deo’s $4.9 Million Capital Campaign Seeks Brighter Future For Local Teens

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November 4, 2023 By Robin Blakely Pro Deo Youth Center has unveiled early plans for The Wesley Place, a visionary center that promises beautiful and highly functional space for teens in Lee’s Summit and across Eastern Jackson County. With a goal of…

Jackson County Parks + Rec Lights Up Holiday Season With Christmas In The Sky And Christmas In The Park

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November 4, 2023 With the holidays fast approaching, the magic of the season comes to life for thousands at Jackson County Parks + Rec’s 26th Annual Christmas in the Sky and 36th Annual Christmas in the Park holiday events. On Wednesday, Nov.…

Jackson County Parks + Rec Presents 8th Annual “Trip The Light Fantastic” Bike Ride

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November 4, 2023 The popular “Trip the Light Fantastic” Bike Ride thru Christmas in the Park is planned for Sunday, Nov. 19 at Longview Lake Park. Cycling enthusiasts will enjoy a magical 4.5-mile ride up to and through the more than 200…

Public Invited To Veterans Day Breakfast On Thursday, Nov. 9, At MCC-Blue River Campus In Independence

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November 4, 2023 Metropolitan Community College will host its annual Chancellor’s Veterans Day Celebration from 7:30-9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 9 (two days before Veterans Day). The breakfast event will be held at MCC-Blue River, Arts & Sciences building, Room 101. The campus…

Rotary Club Of Lee’s Summit Removes Invasive Bush Honeysuckle On Chinnery Trail At Unity Village

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November 4, 2023 The Rotary Club of Lee’s Summit recently removed Bush Honeysuckle from an area of the Carl L. Chinnery Nature Trail at Unity Village. Bush Honeysuckle is an invasive plant that is strangling native plants and trees. According to the…

Village Hospice Celebrates National Hospice And Palliative Care Month

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November 4, 2023 Throughout the month of November, Village Hospice will be joining organizations across the nation in hosting community activities recognizing National Hospice and Palliative Care Month (HAPCM). This year’s HAPCM theme is “Courageous Conversations.” For more than 40 years, hospice…

How To Prevent Your Kids From Using Chat GPT To Cheat

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November 4, 2023 By Burton KelsoThe Technology Expert Chat GPT was released in November of 2022 and since then, it has made major changes to our digital world. Everyone has jumped on the generative AI bandwagon and is using it to create…

Balance Your Blood Sugar – Holiday Season Edition

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November 4, 2023 Big meals, buffets, pie – oh my! During the holidays, it can be challenging to maintain normal blood sugar levels. But have no fear, Hy-Vee dietitians are here to help with four tips for keeping blood sugar levels in…