50th Golden Alumni Reunion First Reunion Held In 1984

50th Golden Alumni Reunion First Reunion Held In 1984

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June 15, 2024 By Debi Mercer Dr. Ralph Powell graduated from Lee’s Summit High School in 1934. 50 years later in 1984, he realized some of his high school friends had the same desire to stay connected with their classmates. In 1984…

DAR Recognizes Lone Jack Historical Society With Annual Award

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June 15, 2024 On June 11, members of the Gilead Rupe Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) in Odessa presented an award to the Lone Jack Historical Society. The Excellence in Historic Preservation Medal is an annual award presented…

Political Memorabilia At Lee’s Summit History Museum

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June 15, 2024 The Lee’s Summit History Museum’s newest temporary exhibit highlights political memorabilia through the years. Did you know the first use of metal pins was for George Washington’s inauguration in 1789 when supporters wore “Long Live the President” along with…

KC Chiefs Host Nike High School Football Event In Lee’s Summit

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June 15, 2024 By Fred [email protected] The countdown to a new high school football season is well underway for fans, coaches and many area players. For eight teams in the Kansas City metro area these coaches and players were able to participate…

Lee’s Summit CARES Presents: Community Conversation

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June 15, 2024 This month’s Community Conversation is brought to you by Marilyn Arnold and Norman Murphy with the Human Trafficking Training Center. The Human Trafficking Training Center believes education is key to prevent trafficking. Their organization offers training programs designed to…

Raytown Chamber Ribbon Cutting: Trailhead Books

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June 15, 2024 The Raytown Chamber of Commerce and Tourism held a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Trailhead Books (10009 E. 63rd St) on April 18, 2024. Board of Director’s Chair, Robert Atkins and Mayor Michael McDonough welcomed owner, Angie…

Passing of Captain Gene Martin

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Assistant Chief Jim EdenLee’s Summit Fire Department It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Captain Gene Martin, an esteemed and dedicated member of our team for the past 30 years. Captain Martin’s unwavering commitment and…

Sounds Fishy? Get The Facts About Omega-3s

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June 15, 2024 In the past, you may have heard some facts about fish and omega-3 fatty acids but might be wondering just how reliable those facts are. For example, did you know that 95% of Americans, and 80% of people worldwide,…

Air Race Classic Team “SHEnanigans” To Race Again

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June 15, 2024 By Jeanné Willerth Raintree Lake resident, Jeanné Willerth, a well-known local flight instructor, will take to the skies in her Cessna 182 this week to head to Carbondale, IL for the start of the Air Race Classic (ARC). The…

Jerry Dale Dysart

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Jerry Dale Dysart, 62, of Jefferson City passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at Capital Region Medical Center. He was born November 15, 1961 in Kansas City the son of Charles and Sharon (Houk) Dysart. He graduated Eldorado Springs High School. He…