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BATTLE OF LEXINGTON STATE HISTORIC SITE TO KICK OFF COMMUNITY FAIR WITH FREE EVENTS IN AUGUST
The Battle of Lexington State Historic Site is helping kick off the Lexington Community Fair with two free events on Saturday, August 10. The events include: -The Big Chill: A Homemade Ice Cream Demonstration from 3 to
Jackson County Prosecutor Candidates Make Their Cases
Not surprisingly, the candidates for Jackson County prosecutor promise what many voters want to hear. They vow to prosecute more crimes than the current prosecutor, Jean Peters Baker, especially nonviolent, lower-level property crimes and drug cases. “I don’t have the luxury of being soft on crime,” said candidate Melesa Johnson...
Board of Aldermen meeting recap
The Grain Valley Board of Aldermen met on Monday, July 22nd for their second monthly meeting of the month. Two citizens spoke during the public comment section of the meeting. The first, resident Mike Walker, shared his complaints and concerns regarding All Pro Asphalt for curb and asphalt overlay work. Walker additionally noted a concern regarding a storm drain repair. The second was Andrea Elliott who owns Elliott Glass with her husband, a business along Jefferson, who spoke seeking the support of the board to lobby MoDOT for safety improvements on the road to prevent future tragedies. The family of Christian Lanear, a Grain Valley resident who died recently as a result of an accident on Jefferson ST, also expressed their desire for the city to support efforts to lobby MODOT to address safety concerns on the road.
Board of Education meeting recap
The Grain Valley Schools Board of Education met on Thursday, July 18th for their monthly business meeting. The board kicked off the meeting by recognizing the Special Olympics smedalists from this year. Superintendent Dr. Brad Welle began his monthly report by talking about the new Parent Square communication tool the...
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