Helen Irene (Schneider) Pragman

Helen Irene (Schneider) Pragman

admin January 25, 2024

Helen Irene (Schneider) Pragman, of Sweet Springs, Missouri, died on Monday, January 22, 2024, at the age of 98. Born on November 21, 1925, in Saginaw, Michigan, Helen was the daughter of Anna Batz and Henry Schneider, Jr. She was baptized and…

Thelma Maxine McPheeters Maggard

admin January 24, 2024

Maxine received her Associate of Commerce degree from Southwest Baptist College, and went on to meet and marry Arvil Maggard in 1967. Together, they owned Maggard TV Sales & Service, utilizing their knowledge and expertise. Maxine also worked seasonally for the IRS,…

David Lloyed McDow

admin January 24, 2024

David Lloyed McDow, 63, of Blue Springs, Missouri, passed away from a long-term illness January 18, 2024, at Saint Lukes of Kansas City. He was born September 13, 1960, to Charles and Freda McDow. He is preceded in death by his father…

Robert “Bobby” Dean Thorpe

admin January 23, 2024

Robert “Bobby” Dean Thorpe, a beloved man and master carpenter, passed away January 14, 2024, at the age of 69. He will be remembered for his exceptional woodworking skills and his unwavering dedication to Lee’s Summit Social Services. Born on April 4,…

Jackson County Executive Statement on Stadium Sales Tax

admin January 22, 2024

As the discussions around the proposed stadium tax for the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs continue to evolve, it is important that the residents of Jackson County are provided with a comprehensive understanding of the current situation and the stakes involved. As…

Jackson County Legislator DaRon McGee (4th District) issued the following statement today.

admin January 22, 2024

Jackson County Legislator DaRon McGee (4th District) issued the following statement today. Jackson County Legislator DaRon McGee (4th District) issued the following statement today. As the sponsor of Ordinance 5822 which authorized the April election to give the voters the right to…

County Legislator Megan Marshall Will Vote to Sustain County Executive’s Veto of Ordinance 5822

admin January 22, 2024

Kansas City, Mo – Megan Marshall, Vice Chair of the Jackson County Legislature, has made a decisive commitment to vote in favor of sustaining the County Executive’s veto of Ordinance 5822. In a statement released today, Marshall outlined her position on the…

Most recent update on Stadium Sales Tax from the Office of Sean Smith, 6th District Jackson County Legislator

admin January 22, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Kansas City, Missouri From the Office of Sean Smith, 6th District Jackson County Legislator Monday January 22, 2024 Today I am pleased to announce that the Kansas City Chiefs, in addition to having recently prevailed over the Buffalo Bills, have…

Mark William “Bill” Jacobs

admin January 22, 2024

Mark William “Bill” Jacobs, 82, a long-time resident of Lee’s Summit, Missouri passed away at home on January 17, 2024, following a short battle with esophageal cancer. Bill was a 1959 graduate of Lee’s Summit High School and went on to graduate…

AMI Day – Jan 22

admin January 22, 2024

Due to inclement weather and road conditions, LSR7 students will not report to buildings Monday, Jan. 22. Y-Club Lee’s Summit will open at designated sites at 7 a.m. for enrolled families. All students will have class tomorrow via virtual instruction and will…