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Wally's looks to Independence opening in late summer 2027
With the Wally’s travel center planned to open next year at Interstate 70 and Noland Road, Mayor Rory Rowland says Independence now has the opportunity to be part of the great American road trip, as…
Entertainment
Spirit of Independence band sets concert
The Spirit of Independence Band will host its spring concert at 4 p.m. Sunday at the Truman Memorial Building, 416 W. Maple Ave., Independence. The concert is free and open to the public. Band director Jane Hicklin says selections for the concert include “American Civil War Fantasy,” “Espirit de Corps,” a clarinet feature polka, a…
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Photo gallery: Blue Springs South boys basketball vs. DeSmet Jesuit in the Class 6 state championship game
Images from the Blue Springs South boys basketball team’s Class 6 state championship game against DeSmet Jesuit of St. Louis on Saturday.
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Bryce Meyer’s gem helps Grain Valley baseball bounce back, blank Truman
A strong outing on the mound and an early run helped the Grain Valley baseball team bounce back from a loss in its conference opener earlier in the week.