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Items for the Community Calendar may be emailed to news@examiner.net. THURSDAY Senior Pickleball: 1 to 3 p.m., Grain Valley Community Center, 713 Main St., 816-847-6230.… Login to continue reading Login…
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University Health doctor honored
By The Examiner staff Dr. R. Stephen Griffith, MD, FAAFP, a physician at University Health/Lakewood Medical Center in Lee’s Summit, was awarded the Missouri Academy… Login to continue reading Login…
When shopping online, avoid seasonal scams
David J. NealMiami Herald Social media teems with videos of boxes being swiped off porches. The internet means fraudsters don’t have to show you their… Login to continue reading Login…
Community calendar — Wednesday-Friday
Items for the Community Calendar may be emailed to news@examiner.net. WEDNESDAY Noon yoga: 12 to 12:45 p.m., Sermon Center, 201 N. Dodgion St., Independence, 816-325-7370.… Login to continue reading Login…
Adventure Oasis in Independence to open admissions to non-residents
By The Examiner staff Independence’s water park will be open to non-residents for the 2024 season, the city announced last week. Adventure Oasis, 2100 Hub… Login to continue reading Login…
Sandy Turner: Wait a minute: Whose birthday is it anyway?
The scrooges among us want to steal the most important part of the Christmas celebration. Apparently, it’s OK to give and receive presents at this… Login to continue reading Login…
Diane Mack: So many reasons to remain thankful
Forty-six years ago, I was making plans to fly from California to Pennsylvania to see my parents. This trip was to be a surprise for… Login to continue reading Login…
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Items for the Community Calendar may be emailed to news@examiner. SATURDAY Vaile Mansion open for holiday tours: 1500 N. Liberty, Independence. Open 10 a.m. to… Login to continue reading Login…
Local historic sites ready for Christmas tours
By The Examiner staff Independence’s historical sites will welcome visitors starting this weekend for their popular Christmas-decoration tours. The Vaile Victorian Mansion, 1500 N. Liberty… Login to continue reading Login…
Most food for people isn't good for your pets
By Gisele Gamble Animals Best Friends Since most people will be feasting this Thursday on good-smelling food, we need to remember our pets. The dogs… Login to continue reading Login…