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Thursday, July 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Lee's Summit. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ State Troopers closed westbound I-70 from Oak Grove to Grain Valley—where they investigated a fatal crash—prompting drivers to avoid the area. KCTV5
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Lee's Summit man, 57, has been charged after he allegedly sent a threatening letter to a Jackson County prosecutor and his fingerprints matched those on two letters, with a warrant issued on July 28 while he remains free. KCTV5
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Missouri's back-to-school tax-free weekend starts Aug. 1 and runs through Aug. 3—exempting clothing under $100, school supplies, and personal computers from sales tax beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Aug. 1. KMBC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mid-Continent Public Library fired an employee for allegedly misusing public funds discovered on July 17—law enforcement opened an investigation on July 29. Library leadership said staff are reviewing internal controls to strengthen oversight measures. KMBC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Medicaid turned 60 as Missouri doctors warned that upcoming changes under the Big Beautiful Bill — which will require most recipients to work except for disabled veterans and children — may cut coverage for up to 250,000 Missourians, and Senator Josh Hawley, who supported the bill, pledged to work on a compromise to protect local benefits. KCTV5
SPORTS NEWS
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Sporting KC Summer Camp – Lee’s Summit
9-12 p.m. — Legacy Park Soccer Fields — $125-$220 — Enhance soccer skills and have fun at this youth camp hosted by Sporting KC.
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80s Trivia Night
7 p.m. — Craft Putt - Lee's Summit — Free entry — Test your knowledge of 80s pop culture and win prizes while enjoying nostalgic vibes and fun.
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Lee's Summit Back to School Bash
6:30-8 p.m. — Bernard Campbell Middle School — Free entry — Prepare for school with free supplies, games, and snacks for kids K-12.
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Disney Music Bingo Night
7-11 p.m. — Craft Putt - Lee's Summit — Free to play — Celebrate Disney songs and enjoy bingo with fun prizes and themed food.
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Fourth Fridays Art Walk
5-8 p.m. — Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street — Free entry — Explore local art and enjoy live performances in a vibrant community setting.
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Parks & Recreation Trivia Night
7 p.m. — Craft Putt - Lee's Summit — Free entry — Test your knowledge of Parks & Recreation with trivia and great prizes at Craft Putt.
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SantaCaliGon Days Festival
7 p.m. – 9 p.m. — SantaCaliGon Days Festival — Free entry — Celebrate family-friendly fun and heritage at this historic four-day festival honoring the pioneering trails.
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