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Key Crysler bridge in Independence could be reopened next summer
A long-troubled bridge project on a busy Independence road finally has a taker.
Entertainment
Film highlights the history of Kansas City jazz
The documentary “Last of the Blue Devils,” about the history of jazz in Kansas City, is being shown at 5 p.m. Thursday at the North Independence branch of the Mid-Continent Public Library, 317 West U.S. 24. It’s free.
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Multimedia gallery: Women of Distinction 2025
Lifetime Achievement Award winner Melodie Chrisman excitedly looks on in conversation with fellow Women of Distinction Award winner Charline Gray. Kristy Whitney of event sponsor St. Mary’s Medical Center announced Independence police officer Sgt. Emily Kennon as this year’s Woman of the Year. The Examiner’s Joe Liccar, the awards ceremony emcee, speaks with a guest…
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Pair passes milestones as Grain Valley volleyball tops Blue Springs
A physical non-conference volleyball match between the host Blue Springs South Jaguars and visiting Grain Valley Eagles featured two milestone moments for setters on each team.