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Lee's Summit
Saturday, November 1st, 2025
Good morning, Lee's Summit. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A reverse trick-or-treat event was held for 3-year-old Tucker Langford, who has a rare butterfly skin condition, as local visitors in costumes came to his home—marked by a Tucker Tough sign—and shared a moment of kindness. The family will hold another event today from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 43rd Terrace and Topping. KCTV5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Missouri Department of Conservation confirmed an outbreak of bird flu after tests showed that sick and dead waterfowl had highly pathogenic avian influenza. The department advised hunters and the public to handle game birds safely—dispose of carcasses properly and keep pets away—to reduce the risk of spreading the virus. KMBC
- ➤ Saint Luke’s Hospital in Lee’s Summit is offering free gun safety locks at local clinics to help curb a 52% rise in gunshot wound cases from 2019 to 2024—Dr. Andrew Benedict stresses that secure storage protects children from accidental harm. KCTV5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On October 31, local sports saw big updates when Pacheco sprained his MCL in the Chiefs’ win over the Commanders and was ruled out for the Bills game—Chris Jones celebrated as Mike Pennel returned to help the team prepare for Buffalo. The US Women’s National Team played its first friendly at CPKC Stadium while Shawnee Mission Northwest earned high school team of the week honors. KCTV5
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The Office Trivia Night
7 p.m. — Craft Putt — Free to play — Test your Dunder Mifflin knowledge for a chance to win cash prizes.
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Holiday Open House
November 7-8 — Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street — Free entry — Explore holiday gifts and décor while supporting local businesses in a festive atmosphere.
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Veterans Day Parade
11 AM – 1 PM — Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street — Free entry — Celebrate our veterans with a parade and traditional community meal.
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Bob's Burgers Trivia Night
7 p.m. — Craft Putt - Lee's Summit — Free to play — Test your knowledge of Bob's Burgers with fun trivia and great prizes.
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Farmers Market Holiday Mart
10 AM – 2 PM — Downtown Lee's Summit Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore unique gifts and artisan goods while enjoying a festive holiday atmosphere.
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Guided Forest Therapy Walk
1-3 p.m. — Unity Village Rose Garden & Fountains — Free entry — Reconnect with nature through gentle movement and meditation on a therapeutic forest walk.
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Field Trip to Stamm Field
8-10:30 a.m. — Stamm Field at Longview: KCHeli Radio Controlled Flying — Free entry — Explore an under-birded hotspot to spot winter birds including sparrows and woodpeckers.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Good habits make time your ally. Bad habits make time your enemy.
~ James Clear
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