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Competency hearing for Fredrick Scott delayed, he’s not taking medication
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A competency hearing for accused serial killer Fredrick Scott did not take place Monday because both the prosecutor and public defender agreed Scott was not taking his prescribed mental health medication. The prosecutor said Scott has missed nine doses since a judge set a competency...
Legislators vote down 1 of 2 proposals to help Chiefs remain in Jackson County
Monday, leaders in Jackson County ended their pursuit of a 1/8th-cent sales tax to benefit the Chiefs. A second proposal to help the Chiefs renovate their stadium remains in play.
Raytown invites community to ribbon-cutting for new gym
RAYTOWN, Mo. (KCTV) - The Raytown School District is welcoming the public to their ribbon-cutting event for their new auxiliary gymnasium. The event will be on Thursday, August 1, from 9 to 10 a.m. The new gym was made possible through the 2023 Bond Initiative. The event will be open house style and light refreshments will be served.
COOLING CENTERS AVAILABLE ACROSS SALINE, LAFAYETTE COUNTIES
Another week of excessive heat has community buildings across the area doubling as cooling centers. In Marshall, the Salt Fork YMCA will have its lobby open as a cooling center during its normal hours, closing at 9
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