Forest Wade Dingman Jr.

Forest Wade Dingman Jr.

admin June 24, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Forest Wade Dingman Jr, who left us on 16 June 2024. Forest will be remembered as a charismatic person, a cherished friend, a beloved father, and a respected…

Marilyn A. Ahring

admin June 24, 2024

Marilyn A. (Scott) Ahring passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospice House, Kansas City, MO. Marilyn was born May 30, 1949. Just a few minutes older than her twin sister Carolyn, she was born at home, the third of…

Legends Of Lee’s Summit Plaques Installed

staff2 June 22, 2024

June 22, 2024 By Sue HartLee’s Summit History Museum The Legends of Lee’s Summit 2023 and 2024 plaques were installed in front of the History Museum on Monday, Jun. 17. This outdoor History Museum exhibit will be updated annually as new honorees…

SCA Boys Golf Claims Back-to-Back State Championships

staff2 June 22, 2024

June 22, 2024 The Summit Christian Academy (SCA) Varsity Boys Golf team, led by head coach Gary Breshears, claimed their second consecutive state championship at the state tournament on May 13-14 at Rivercut Golf Course in Springfield, MO. After finishing as the…

Most Of Us Should Eat More Fruits And Veggies — Springtime Produce Can Help

staff2 June 22, 2024

June 22, 2024 By Dr. Graham A. ColditzSiteman Cancer Center Spring always feels special. After even mild winters, the longer days, warmer temperatures and greener parks can lift our spirits and offer a fresher outlook. With that comes an added bonus for…

City Needs To Cut Ties With John Knox Village

staff2 June 22, 2024

June 22, 2024 John Knox Village is a non-profit that has raised over $100 million in municipal bonds through the Industrial Development Authority of Lee’s Summit. Unfortunately, this non-profit acts more like a for-profit. CEO Dan Rexroth paid himself an exorbitant $931,583…

Fawns And Human Contact

staff2 June 21, 2024

June 22, 2024 By Jobe EdwardsMissouri Department of Conservation Conservation Agent – Jackson County With the warm weather upon us, the amount of time we find ourselves outdoors has increased. This increased time spent outdoors inevitably leads to human and wildlife encounters.…

Betty Kelley Scofield

admin June 20, 2024

May 25,1938 to June 14, 2024 Betty Kelley Scofield was released into the arms of Jesus on June 14, 2024, in Lee’s Summit, Missouri to begin her journey to Heaven. Betty was born on May 25, 1938, in Kansas City, Missouri.…

Gene E. “Geno” Martin

admin June 18, 2024

Gene E. “Geno” Martin, 55, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away Friday, June 14, 2024, at his home in Lee’s Summit. The visitation service will be held at Holy Spirit Catholic Church at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, 2024. The funeral service…

Captain Tom Loy (retired)

admin June 17, 2024

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Captain Tom Loy (retired), a dedicated member of our Department for 35 years. Captain Loy had a great passion for the fire service and an unwavering commitment to the people he served and his…