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Aaron Pickert: In these ‘tarrif-ied’ times, consider choice carefully
Last week, President Trump did what he does best — he created a storm. He now has under his belt two of the fastest market swoons most of us have ever seen.
Regulation of gas station slot machines across Missouri appears unlikely
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri House gave narrow preliminary approval Monday to a plan to tax and regulate the video gambling machines that have spread across the state for the past decade.
Independence leaders see progress in OK of road bonds, even as voters reject new police HQ and saving historic sites
By Mike Genet mike.genet@examiner.net Rather than dwell on the two bond issue questions that didn’t pass Tuesday, April 8, 2025, city leaders and campaigners for… Login to continue reading Login…
Challenger knocks off long-time incumbent on Blue Springs City Council; charter changes approved
By Mike Genet mike.genet@examiner.net The Blue Springs City Council will have a second new representative in District 3. Voters on Tuesday chose Jeremy Rowan over… Login to continue reading Login…
UPDATE: Blue Springs council incumbent out; Independence ballot issue for streets passes but not IPD HQ or saving historic sites
Election results across Jackson County continue to roll in. BLUE SPRINGS In District 3, long-time incumbent Susan Culpepper lost her seat on the City Council… Login to continue reading Login…
Longtime Independence attorney faces federal prison on tax evasion
Federal prosecutors recommend nearly three years in prison for a longtime Independence attorney who has pleaded guilty to evading payment of more than $857,000 in income taxes.
Independence aims to manage costs while moving ahead with projects
Consultants working with the city of Independence on upcoming building construction projects say they have planned for how recent national economic developments could affect those projects.
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).
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: