Monday, August 25th, 2025
Good morning, Lee's Summit. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ KC Wine Co held the last day of its Sunflower Festival on Aug. 24, 2025—marking the festival's conclusion for local attendees. KCTV5
- ➤ Food Network’s 50 States of Pizza Slices named local pizza spots D’Bronx and Waldo Pizza as the best in Kansas and Missouri—D’Bronx closed its final Overland Park location in March. KCTV5
- ➤ A red carpet event was held for the film 'The Kingdom' on August 24th—bringing local movie fans together and featuring notable guests in Lee’s Summit. KCTV5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Zach Gilmore from Lee's Summit was named to Rhodes College’s Spring 2025 Honor Roll because he enrolled in at least 16 credits and achieved a 3.85 GPA — a recognition of his academic excellence. Lee's Summit Tribune
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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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Emo Punk Music Bingo
7-9 p.m. — Craft Putt - Lee's Summit — Free to play — Enjoy a nostalgic night of Emo Punk Music Bingo with prizes and sing-alongs.
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New Girl Trivia Night
7 p.m. — Craft Putt - Lee's Summit — Free to play — Test your New Girl knowledge for a chance to win prizes and enjoy a night of fun.
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Twilight Trivia Night
7 p.m. — Craft Putt - Lee's Summit — Free entry — Test your Twilight knowledge and win prizes while enjoying themed fun.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Buy your winter clothes in summer and summer clothes in winter.
~ Benjamin Graham
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