Thursday, April 24th, 2025

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Good morning, Lee's Summit. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Lee's Summit man pleaded guilty on April 23 for illegally possessing stolen shotguns found in his wrecked pickup after a November 2022 crash in Independence — he faces up to 15 years in federal prison pending final sentencing. KCTV5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missouri lawmakers and tech leaders met at the Missouri Capitol on Wednesday—April 23—to discuss plans to boost the state’s tech industry over the next five years, and they urged officials to secure start-up incentives as part of a Senate panel-approved bill—aimed at drawing new hubs to Missouri. KCTV5
- ➤ Three Jackson County legislators asked Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey to review county executive Frank White’s actions—alleging he spent time coaching the Kansas City Monarchs, did not share full budget details, used funds without an approved budget, and vetoed an ordinance meant to enforce a state tax commission order. The petition to recall White was submitted to the Jackson County Election Board on Wednesday after thousands of residents signed it. KMBC
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Paint and Sip at Station 7
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Station 7 Pizza & Taproom — Cost varies — Unleash your creativity while enjoying drinks and step-by-step art instruction.
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Tim Hawkins Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Abundant Life Baptist Church — Limited VIP tickets available — Enjoy a night full of laughter with Tim Hawkins, featuring his hilarious takes on family life and marriage.
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5K Run/Walk with Gusto
8 a.m. — Gusto Coffee Shop — Proceeds to charity — Celebrate community spirit while honoring Steve Hula at this beneficial run/walk event.
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Singles BBQ
12:30-3 p.m. — Abundant Life — Free entry — Annual BBQ for singles 30 and up with burgers, hotdogs, desserts, games, and prizes.
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