Lee's Summit Local News – Friday, June 27th, 2025

Daily Lee's Summit

Friday, June 27th, 2025

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ About 100 business owners in Jackson County met in a Loretto conference room to learn how to challenge rising tax assessments that risk forcing some to close shop. Experts advised checking online records for errors and taking photos to support appeals — one owner saw her assessment jump from $18,000 to $26,000, and lawmakers will consider a tax cap ordinance on Monday. KMBC

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ Fort Hays State University recognized approximately 1,691 graduates during its Spring 2025 commencement ceremonies last month at Gross Memorial Coliseum in Hays, including Lee's Summit graduates Taylor McCrea (B.S. in Information Networking and Telecommunications), Noland Vahle (B.S. in Technology Studies), and Christian Woodworth (M.S.W.). Lee's Summit Tribune

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Jackson County is responding to complaints about the data used to assess thousands of commercial properties—officials are reviewing the information to address potential errors in the assessments. KCTV5

SPORTS NEWS

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LEE'S SUMMIT EVENTS

EVENTS

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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.

Sat, 6/28/25

Saturday, June 28th, 2025
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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.

Tue, 7/1/25

Tuesday, July 1st, 2025
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Next Stop Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Fringe Beerworks — Refund policy available — Enjoy a fresh lineup of stand-up comedians at a local brewery.

Fri, 7/25/25

Friday, July 25th, 2025
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LEE'S SUMMIT REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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LEE'S SUMMIT JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

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LEE'S SUMMIT ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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