Governor Parson Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Police Officer Blaize Madrid-Evans

Governor Parson Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Police Officer Blaize Madrid-Evans

admin September 23, 2021

September 23, 2021 (JEFFERSON CITY, MO) – Governor Mike Parson today ordered U.S. and Missouri flags be flown at half-staff at government buildings in Jackson County on Friday, September 24, 2021, in honor of Independence Police Department Officer Blaize Madrid-Evans. Officer Madrid-Evans received his Missouri…

A World Champion Living In Lee’s Summit

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September 18, 2021 By Fred Liggett Many people make plans to enjoy the summer months in a number of ways. Some take short trips, others have long vacations while a few stay close to home to enjoy local events. For Shannon Johnson…

Project Update: Bridge work along I-435 at Gregory Blvd. and Oldham Parkway causing traffic delays

admin September 22, 2021

Sept. 22, 2021 – For immediate release Project Update: Bridge work along I-435 at Gregory Blvd. and Oldham Parkway causing traffic delays JACKSON COUNTY –Motorists may encounter traffic delays as a result of bridge repairs taking place on the Interstate 435 bridges over Gregory Blvd. and Oldham…

City Manager Stephen Arbo Announces Retirement Plans

admin September 22, 2021

September 22, 2021 After a distinguished 20-year career with the City of Lee’s Summit, City Manager Stephen Arbo has announced his retirement, effective September 2022. Arbo has more than 35 years of experience in the public service sector. He joined the City…

KC man, 22, sentenced to 20 years in prison for 2019 fatal shooting in Raytown

admin September 21, 2021

Sept. 21, 2021 A Jackson County judge on Tuesday sentenced a 22-year-old Kansas City man to 20 years in state prison for his role in the fatal shooting on March 4, 2019 of Riley McCrackin, outside a pool hall in Raytown, MO,…

Tommy “Tucker” Thomason

admin September 20, 2021

11-15-46 – 09-15-2021 Greenwood,MO. Even though he knew his time left on earth was short, his wit and sense of humor was sharp. Tommy was intellectual, humorous, inspiring, and courageous. He lived life to the fullest and refused to be bitter that…

40th Annual Night Flight 5K

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September 18, 2021 The 40th annual Night Flight 5K run, benefiting the Legacy for Parks Foundation, will take place on Friday, October 1, 2021. The 5K begins at 9pm at the Legacy Park Amphitheater (901 NE Bluestem Dr., Lee’s Summit, MO 64086).…

Raytown Commemorates Santa Fe Trail 200th Anniversary And Missouri Bicentennial

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September 18, 2021 Saturday, September 11, 2021 was a special day in Raytown. Raytown’s Festival of the Trails activities were held at locations along the Santa Fe Trail which began and 8:00 a.m. and ended at 8:00 p.m. as the community commemorated…

Raytown Mayor McDonough’s 6th State Of The City Address Set For Sept. 23

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September 18, 2021 Raytown Mayor Mike McDonough will present his sixth annual State of the City Address at 11 a.m., on Thursday, Sept. 23. This event is hosted by the Raytown Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism and will be held at…

Scoopie Night Fundraiser For Rainbow Girls At Culver’s

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September 18, 2021 The Lee’s Summit Rainbow Girls will be holding a Scoopie Night fundraiser on Thursday , Sept. 23 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Culver’s Restaurant located at 1701 NE Douglas Street in Lee’s Summit. 10% of all sales…