Blanton Hammond passed away May 19, 2025 in the home he loved. Blanton was born February 14, 1929, in Osceola, Missouri, to Thomas and Jewel Hammond. He had 12 siblings and is survived by none.

The national, non-profit School Nutrition Association (SNA) has named Karen Atherton, Nutrition Services Secretary for Raytown School District, Missouri, the Mountain Plains region Employee of the ...

2025 Certified Nursing Assistant – Mental Health graduates from University of Central Missouri The University of Central Missouri is celebrating the achievements of more than 80 students who completed ...

Summit Christian Academy (SCA) is pleased to announce that junior Abigail Gleason was nominated for one of Starlight Theatre’s Blue Star Awards. Abigail was nominated for Outstanding Performer in a ...

Judy Marlene (Haines) Duncan, one of the most precious people you’d ever hope to meet, was elevated to the status of a heavenly angel on May 1,2025. Born and raised in Wichita, Kansas, Judy was the ...

Marilyn Bosso, 95, passed away on 04/22/2025 in Springfield, Missouri. Marilyn was born September 1st, 1929 in Eldon (Miller County), Missouri to Dorsey and Ruth (McCommons) Barron. Marilyn spent all ...

Craig Alan Tegenkamp, affectionately known as “Tego,” passed away on May 1, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on August 27, 1960, Tego was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose ...

Brenda Mae Smith of Greenwood, MO passed peacefully in her home surrounded by family on May 3, 2025. Brenda was born January 26, 1948 to Richard Fike and Goldie Mae (Gile) Smith in Kansas City, ...

In honor of National Police Week the History Museum will offer free admission to all active members of the Lee’s Summit police force on May 15 through 17. In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 ...