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Independence says petition to block data center is out
The city of Independence says its City Charter does not permit an attempted referendum petition by a group opposed to the planned artificial intelligence data center.
Entertainment
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announces nominees
By Mikael Wood Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES — Luther Vandross, Phil Collins, Shakira, Lauryn Hill and the late Jeff Buckley are among the artists nominated for the first time for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the organization announced Wednesday. Also on the ballot for the Class of 2026 are Melissa…
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Photo gallery: Grain Valley girls basketball vs. Columbia Hickman in Class 6 District 7 semifinal
Images from the Grain Valley High School girls basketball team’s Class 6 District 7 semifinal against Columbia Hickman on Wednesday.
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Sports
Cooper Callahan’s spark ignites Blue Springs South rout of rival Blue Springs in district basketball semifinal
Cooper Callahan is one of the premier high school baseball shortstops in the Midwest and the nation.