Community calendar for Jan. 30-Feb. 1
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Appeals court rules Missouri attorney general did not violate Sunshine Law
The Attorney General’s Office did not violate the Missouri Sunshine Law when it refused to turn over records showing how it fulfilled a request, the Western District Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday.
Missouri governor dips deeply into surplus as budget grows to $54 billion
A boost Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe touts as the largest increase in public school funding in two decades will fall about $300 million short of meeting the targets set in state law for public education.
Governor vows state takeover of St. Louis police in State of the State address
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe doubled down on his support for a state takeover of the St. Louis Police Department on Tuesday, telling lawmakers during his first State of the State address that crime in the city is “unacceptable.”
Demolition of old water tower in Independence goes awry, causes damage, electrical outage
The scheduled demolition of an old empty water tower in Independence turned into a near disaster Tuesday.
MAI to benefit from Rotary Club's Mardi Gras gala
Music/Arts Institute is the beneficiary organization for the Rotary Club of Independence’s annual Mardi Gras fundraiser gala, scheduled for March 1 at Harrah’s Casino Kansas City.
Luke Davis: Eat better and save money by cooking at home
Last week while meeting with a couple who were looking to get serious about their finances, one of them asked me for advice on how to cut spending from their budget without feeling it.
Jeff Fox: Blue Springs Chamber hands out awards
The Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce annual banquet is a celebration of a community’s progress. Last Friday’s event included honoring local businesses and not-for-profits.
Animals Best Friends: Sweet Bela needs a forever home
There are many dogs and cats at Animals Best Friends that need good, forever homes. If you are thinking of adding a dog or cat to your family, please consider one of the animals at ABF. One of the dogs is Bella.
Wrong-way driver kills Blue Springs man in I-70 crash
A Blue Springs man died early Tuesday when a wrong-way driver caused a four-vehicle crash on Interstate 70.