COVID-19 vaccination sites
The newest COVID boosters, known as the bivalent boosters, are available. These bivalent boosters target the most recent COVID Omicron sub-variants BA.4 and BA.5. The… Login to continue reading Login…
Lifestyle
Diane Mack: St. Patrick helps bring one family a little closer
Did you know that leprechauns are actually one reason we’re supposed to wear green on St. Patrick’s Day or risk getting pinched? The tradition is… Login to continue reading Login…
Sandy Turner: Good news isn’t fake news
We can all agree there is a ton of fake news out there, which will result in extreme grumpiness from all parties involved. We’re on… Login to continue reading Login…
Senior center meals in Independence, Blue Springs
Lunches provided by area community centers during the week of March 20. Vesper Hall: 400 N.W. Vesper St., Blue Springs, 11:30 a.m. If you wish… Login to continue reading Login…
Community calendar
Items for the Community Calendar may be emailed to nmelton@examiner.net or mailed to: The Examiner, 300 N. Osage St., Independence, MO 64050, attention Nancy Melton.… Login to continue reading Login…
Lenten sermons at First Presbyterian in Independence
The First Presbyterian Church of Independence, 100 N. Pleasant, 816-252-6662, is continuing with Lenten sermons exploring God’s desire that we attain the fullness of life.… Login to continue reading Login…
Inclusion Center event is fundraiser in Independence
The WiNc Inclusion Center is sponsoring a fundraiser, the Miss and Mr. Gay Missouri America Review, this Saturday. The program is at 7 p.m. at… Login to continue reading Login…
Blue Springs restaurant inspections
The Jackson County Environmental Health Division inspects sites where food is served outside Independence and Kansas City. Recent inspection results in Blue Springs include: St.… Login to continue reading Login…
Sandy Turner: Society needs to stop confusing our children
Sandy Turner Down Home What can we do about these kids who are struggling to figure out whether they’re male or female? Do we really… Login to continue reading Login…
Diane Mack: Steal a (chocolate) kiss when you can
Diane Mack Family Matters This past Sunday, after church, I came home and served myself hot chocolate for lunch. I’ve been told it is nutritious.… Login to continue reading Login…