Early voters line up to cast their ballots
By The Examiner staff About 1,750 people cast ballots at two Eastern Jackson County locations Tuesday on the first day of no-excuse absentee voting in… Login to continue reading Login…
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Luke Davis: Money matters, but focus on what’s most important
Last week, I wrote about the importance of having insurance because you never know when you might be the victim of a tragic event. Little did I know less that seven days later I would experience a real-life example of this.
Jackson County health inspections — Blue Springs
The Jackson County Environmental Health Division inspects lodging establishments and sites where food is served outside Independence and Kansas City. Recent inspection results in Blue Springs include:
Students and schools in the news
Zavian D. Herring of Blue Springs was among 493 students who earned degrees from Wichita State University following the summer 2024 session. Herring earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology.
Independence approves new homes plan for Englewood
By Mike Genet The Examiner The Independence City Council late Monday voted to approve a zoning district sought by Englewood community organizers, allowing for new,… Login to continue reading Login…
Blue Springs students collect thousands of food items and household goods for Community Services League
By Bill Althaus The Examiner Amanda Doss grabbed a box full of non-perishable food items and stacked them in her office. Soon, the boxes reached… Login to continue reading Login…
Independence orders action taken on wrecked Sonic
The city of Independence last week gave owners of the damaged Sonic at 35th Street and Noland Road 10 days to decide on the property, or the city will start its own demolition process.
Buckner mayor says water issues addressed
After about a month without a water main break, the mayor of Buckner says a summer-long issue has subsided.
No-excuse absentee voting opens Tuesday in Missouri — where to vote in Eastern Jackson County
Election Day is coming up in two weeks, Nov. 5. In Missouri, a two-week period of no-excuse absentee voting begins Tuesday.
Independence health inspections
Critical violations involve factors that can directly lead to foodborne illness and must be corrected within 72 hours or as otherwise stated. All critical violations must be corrected within 72 hours (or as otherwise stated on the report).