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Independence native, a decorated combat veteran in Vietnam, is being laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery
More than two years after he died, a decorated veteran from Independence who served in the military for 30 years will be buried in Arlington National Cemetery, as he wished.
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.
Multimedia
Photo gallery: Blue Springs vs. Truman softball
Images from the Blue Springs vs. Truman softball game on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025.
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Sports
Truman softball tops Blue Springs with strong all-around game
Truman softball coach Dan Harper called it likely the best game his team has played all season.