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Independence’s four-day school week draws attention of the state’s auditor
The auditor’s office has held expanded power to audit school districts for more than a decade, but has rarely used it. The post Independence’s four-day school week draws attention of the state’s auditor appeared first on The Beacon.
Paid sick leave sticks after many pandemic protections vanish
Bill Thompson's wife had never seen him smile with confidence. For the first 20 years of their relationship, an infection in his mouth robbed him of teeth, one by one."I didn't have any teeth to smile with," the 53-year-old of Independence, Missouri, said.Thompson said he dealt with throbbing toothaches and painful swelling in his face from abscesses for years working as a cook at Burger King. He desperately needed to see a dentist but said he couldn't afford to take time off without pay. Missouri is one of many states that do not require employers to provide paid sick leave.So Thompson would...
Independence, May 09 High School ⚽ Game Notice
There are 4 high school ⚽ games in Independence. The Belton High School soccer team will have a game with William Chrisman High School on May 09, 2024, 17:00:00 CST. The Oak Park High School soccer team will have a game with Fort Osage High School on May 09, 2024, 17:00:00 CST.
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