The GFWC Nu-Era Study Club presented Examiner news clerk Jillayne Ritchie a plaque on Wednesday, Feb. 1, recognizing the newspaper’s role in publicizing the works of the women’s group. From left are Nu-Era President Margaret Carnahan, GFWC Missouri 2nd District President Kathy Palermo, Ritchie and Nu-Era Public Relations Chair Beverly Shelton.
Rep. Sheila Solon, R- Blue Springs, presented a resolution to the Citizen of the Year, Mark Hissong, for his dedication to his community and veterans. Hissong was chosen by the Truman Heartland Community Foundation for his participation with ATK Small Caliber Systems erecting The Wall That Heals veteran monument in Pink Hill Park.
Rep. Sheila Solon, R- Blue Springs, presented a resolution to the Blue Springs South High School Jaguars football team in recognition for winning the Missouri State High School Association Class 6 state championship.
During the past year, the Independence Pioneers Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution have shown their appreciation to the veterans who have served and the active duty men and women who are now serving our country through their donations and special projects.
On Nov. 17, Delores Hirst was honored by Community Blood Center staff for 40 years of dedicated volunteer service.
The Independence Council of Beta Sigma Phi held its Christmas Dance on Saturday, Dec. 10, at the Elks Lodge in Blue Springs.
T.O.P.S. Mo. Chapter 100 of Independence had a food drive for the Trinity Presbyterian Church Food Pantry, 1400 W. Sheley Road, Independence.
Eggnog is a tradition for many this time of year, but it can also be a lot more.
Colonel Van Horn, are you proud of the high school that bears your name at the corner of Arlington and Truman Road? Somewhere is there the spirit of the man who wouldn’t let Van Horn School just become a memory.
