On marijuana taxes, a setback for local governments
Cities and counties are not allowed to stack sales taxes on marijuana products, the Missouri Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday.
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Luke Davis: The strong case for going local with your money
Over the past century, there have been several moments in American history when a significant groundswell of support surged around the ideas of buying local and buying American. I believe we may be witnessing another one of those moments right now.
Independence to tape street work oversight meetings
Meetings of the Independence Street Improvement Oversight Committee, which will look at the general obligation bond issue approved by voters in April, will be video recorded for citizens to view.
Jackson County health inspections — Blue Springs — July 11 to 14
The Jackson County Environmental Health Division inspects lodging establishments and sites where food is served generally outside Independence and Kansas City. Recent inspection results in Blue Springs include:
Jackson County health inspections — Buckner — July 8 to 30
The Jackson County Environmental Health Division inspects lodging establishments and sites where food is served generally outside Independence and Kansas City. Recent inspection results in Buckner include:
A 5-year-old’s letter to a president evokes a different era
By Mike Genet mike.genet@examiner.net Peter Dykema had never visited Kansas City or Independence before a scheduled business trip in June. Dykema, a native of… Login to continue reading Login…
Independence Board of Education looks for outside help in finding a new superintendent
By Mike Genet mike.genet@examiner.net The Independence School District Board of Education plans to meet next month with two possible firms to lead its superintendent search. … Login to continue reading Login…
Jackson County legislator raises concerns about Aug. 26 date for recall vote, suggests court could invalidate entire effort
By Jeff Fox jeff.fox@examiner.net A Jackson County legislator says pressing ahead for an Aug. 26 vote to recall County Executive Frank White Jr. is misleading… Login to continue reading Login…
Excessive heat still expected all week
By The Examiner staff The National Weather Service has posted an extreme heat warning for the metro area and beyond. It runs through 7 p.m.… Login to continue reading Login…
The Santa Fe Trail led to prosperity for Missouri
The Santa Fe Trail, a trading route running from Franklin, Missouri to what is now New Mexico, started after Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821.