Weekend calendar
Items for the Community Calendar may be emailed to jeff.fox@examiner.net or sent to The Examiner, 12012 East U.S. 40, Independence, Mo., 64055.
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Barton Goldsmith: It’s important to focus on your goals and work on them
If you wish to reach your heart’s desire, consider taking a few minutes out of every day to focus on your goals. Taking this time makes it easier to attain your dreams.
Community calendar — Thursday through Saturday
Items for the Community Calendar may be emailed to jeff.fox@examiner.net or sent to The Examiner, 12012 East U.S. 40, Independence, Mo., 64055.
McDonald's Quarter Pounder E. coli outbreak concerns
About 50 people have been reported infected in an E. coli outbreak involving McDonald's Quarter Pounder sandwiches.
Treats and more set for downtown Grain Valley
Downtown Spooktacular, complete with trick-or-treating and fireworks, is set for Friday evening in downtown Grain Valley. Main Street will be closed for several hours.
Community calendar — Wednesday through Friday
Items for the Community Calendar may be emailed to jeff.fox@examiner.net or sent to The Examiner, 12012 East U.S. 40, Independence, Mo., 64055.
Halloween parade set for Saturday morning
The Independence Halloween parade is Saturday around the Independence Square.
Animals Best Friends: Maverick is looking for just the right family
Maverick is a gorgeous Kelpie Australian shepherd mix who is 5 years old. He currently lives in a foster home and is completely house trained.
Do you have a Revolutionary War ancestor? Find out more
Local chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Sons of the American Revolution are holding a genealogy event this Saturday.
Community calendar — Tuesday and Wednesday
Items for the Community Calendar may be emailed to jeff.fox@examiner.net or sent to The Examiner, 12012 East U.S. 40, Independence, Mo., 64055.