Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Lee's Summit. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city's parks and rec department adopted a new policy to protect sports officials, staff and volunteers in local programs. The Athletic Staff and Volunteer Abuse Prevention Matrix sets clear consequences for misconduct ahead of summer. KCTV5
- ➤ City officials in Lee's Summit enacted a new policy on Monday, May 11 to stop abuse of referees, staff — and volunteers in local parks, aiming to protect those who work there. KCTV5
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Tour de Lakes 2026
7 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Longview Community Center — Registration fees apply — Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Tom Logan Memorial Bike Ride with multiple scenic routes around local lakes.
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Night Flight 5K Run
9-11 p.m. — Legacy Park Amphitheater — $25-$30 — Experience an illuminated 5K race followed by games and celebratory fun.
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No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
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