Independence man charged in stabbing at group home
An Independence man with a reported mental illness has been charged with allegedly stabbing another resident of a group home during a disturbance.
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Community calendar for April 1-2
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.
Missouri bill regulating video gambling faces hazy future
A bill to authorize video gambling machines commissioned by the Missouri Lottery got off to a fast start in the Missouri House, clearing a committee just 12 days after it was introduced in late January. The bill then stalled on the next step, and a month passed before the House Rules-Legislative Committee approved it for placement on the calendar for debate.
Independence first responders honored for valor and bravery
Following awards given for bravery, dedication, heroism and leadership, Independence Police Chief Adam Dustman said Officer Cody Allen exemplified all of those and also exemplified the greatest degree of valor.
Independence makes its case for bond projects for police, streets and more
For the first time, the city of Independence will ask voters to approve a general obligation bond issue.
Blue Springs candidates address development, public safety, city services
Six Blue Springs City Council candidates across shared their views on downtown and economic development, public safety and other topics in a forum Thursday
Days Gone By: Making a movie on the Square, early season crop worries, right living
From The Examiner during the week of March 24 to 29, 1975.
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).
‘Building community and building hope’ — Habitat for Humanity putting up new houses in Englewood
At least half a dozen new homes are coming to the Englewood area, the first in roughly a decade. Habitat for Humanity says it’s building them to be affordable, durable, energy efficient and a good fit for the neighborhood.
Independence puts plans for new Trails Museum on hold
Independence has hit the pause button on a new National Frontier Trails Museum.