Good morning, Lee's Summit.

A parking garage fire on June 6 in Lee’s Summit destroyed two cars and damaged five others.

Lucas Eckles of Lee's Summit was named to the dean's list at Olivet Nazarene University after completing the spring 2025 semester with a GPA of 3.50 or above as a full-time undergraduate + he met all criteria for this academic honor.

Benton Boulevard under I-70 closed on June 6 and will remain closed until 2027 as part of the Improve I-70 project — local drivers may need to choose alternate routes.

Hundreds of thousands of Jackson County property owners are receiving their new 2025 tax assessment notices amid controversy over missing 2022 starting values—Russ Klement of Lee’s Summit said he must contact county officials as his notice did not show the base needed to check the permitted 15% annual increase. Property owners can file appeals on their valuations by July 14 and some unresolved 2023 appeals add to the ongoing concerns.

Nonprofit Spotlight: Meals on Wheels

12-1 p.m. — Bridge Space — Free entry — Connect with local impact through lunch featuring Meals on Wheels of Lee's Summit.

Friday Night Zumba Bash

6-7 p.m. — Genesis Health Clubs - Lee's Summit West — Free entry — Dance out loud and let your crazy side shine at this exciting fitness party.

Tour de Lakes

12 AM — Longview Community Center — Enjoy a fully supported ride around five scenic lakes with a delicious lunch afterwards.

Lee's Summit Jazz Festival 2025

12-8 p.m. — Bridge Space — Free entry — Celebrate summer with live jazz, delicious food trucks, and vibrant local culture.

Paint Your Pet at Station 7

6-8:30 p.m. — Station 7 Tavern — Check for pricing — Learn to paint a masterpiece of your beloved family pet.