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Independence neighborhood experiences worst power outage in three decades
INDEPENDENCE, Mo. — Independence residents are grappling with a significant power outage, leaving them without internet, television, and air conditioning. "See the trees twisting around in the wind and blowing probably as hard as I've ever seen them," said Jack Jensen, a homeowner in the Country Meadows neighborhood. Jensen...
Man killed in car vs. three-wheel motorcycle crash in Benton County
BENTON COUNTY, Mo. — A man from Independence, Missouri, died in a two-vehicle crash in Benton County on Monday, May 27. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) crash report, the crash occurred as 89-year-old William Gorman was westbound, trying to cross US-65 from Balke Road in a 2024 Can-Am Spyder three-wheel motorcycle. At […]
Storm debris drop off site in Blue Springs opens after Saturday’s severe storms
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. (KCTV) - For many people, this year’s Memorial Day might mean dealing with branches everywhere from Saturday’s storm. Strong winds hit Blue Springs hard, leaving many yards a mess. Until today, there wasn’t any place to drop off the debris. Officials with Blue Springs...
Live Music Makes a Vibrant Return to Excelsior Springs This Summer
Excelsior Springs, MO—Excelsior Springs is gearing up for a summer filled with live music, offering a variety of experiences for residents and visitors alike. The Downtown Excelsior Partnership is leading the charge with the launch of its Lyrics on the Lawn series. Every other Friday evening from May 31st through September 6th, the front lawn of the Hall of Waters will transform into a free, family-friendly concert venue.
Fifth-grader raises $7,300 to pay off his entire school’s lunch debt
An 11-year-old fifth-grader has raised $7,300 to pay off his entire elementary school’s lunch debt, and now has his very own award named after him.Daken Kramer raised twice the amount of money needed for the lunch debt at Thomas Ultican Elementary School in Blue Springs, Missouri through an online fundraiser. Daken’s original goal was $3,500, a little more than the total outstanding, but within a month, he more than doubled his goal.Daken said that he wanted to show “gratitude” to his school, and donated the leftover funds to Blue Springs High School for its own lunch money deficit.“Children in elementary...
‘Clean up and move on’: Storms swipe limbs from trees, power from homes in Blue Springs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Saturday night’s storms sweeping through the Kansas City metro left neighborhoods in Blue Springs littered with tree limbs in driveways, tree limbs on cars, and most with no power. Andrew Perl was picking up tree limbs in his front yard Sunday morning, cutting up...
Jury awards $10 million in Jackson County deputy shooting that killed man, injured woman
The jurors awarded the money to the man’s two young sons and the injured woman, who testified during the two-week trial. “It’s justice,” attorney Tom Porto told The Star.
Excelsior Springs Gears Up for the 41st Annual Waterfest Celebration
Excelsior Springs, MO – Excitement is building as the 41st annual Waterfest, Excelsior Springs’ signature summertime celebration, approaches. Scheduled for June 21st and 22nd, this year’s festival promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a jam-packed two-day schedule filled with activities for the entire family.
Woman hurt after personal watercraft hits wake at the Lake of the Ozarks
A woman was hurt after her personal watercraft hit a wake at the Lake of the Ozarks. Allison Haynes, 27, of Liberty, MO, was riding a 2015 Yamaha PWC on Sunday at 12:40 pm, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Her PWC hit a wake, causing her to rise...
Dangers of Fentanyl and Local Narcan Distribution Programs
Fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid, is responsible for more deaths among Americans under 50 than any other cause, including heart disease, cancer, and accidents, according to the CDC. Among teenagers, overdose deaths linked to synthetic opioids like fentanyl have tripled in the past two years. Alarmingly, 73% of teenagers have never heard of fake prescription pills being made with fentanyl.
Learn about scams at Liberty Silver Center
LIBERTY — Are you worried about being the target of a scam? Join the staff and the attendees of the Liberty Silver Center, 1600 S. Withers Road, for an educational presentation about how to avoid scammers at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 29. Learn about scams aimed toward older adults...
ESPD Raises Over $1,300 for Pink Ribbon Fund with Special Patch Sales
Excelsior Springs, MO – The Excelsior Springs Police Department (ESPD) has been raising funds for the Excelsior Springs Hospital’s Pink Ribbon Fund through the sale of limited-edition pink police patches. The fundraising initiative, established in collaboration with the hospital, aims to assist women in the community who face...
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