Good morning, Lee's Summit.

After Sun Fresh closed three months ago at Linwood, the city said seven groups are planning to restore food access for the neighborhood — they will work on details soon.

Eight mayors from eastern Jackson County launched the Mayor’s Food Challenge on Monday in partnership with the Community Services League to encourage residents to donate food items for local banks during the government shutdown.

In Lee’s Summit, residents were urged to bring donations to Lee’s Summit Social Services at 108 SE Fourth St — other drop-off sites are available in nearby cities.

Artists and small business owners in Kansas City's West Bottoms said steep commercial tax hikes could force them out of their historic buildings after one property's tax increased by 800% and was later reduced to 300% on appeal.

They urged Jackson County officials to reform the system before December tax bills force higher rents on creative tenants — a change that many fear could displace long-standing occupants.

Lawmakers are finalizing a spending bill that will end the government shutdown and guarantee backpay for federal workers who have been unpaid for over a month — if approved by the House and signed by the President, the measure will fund government operations until Jan.

30 and include SNAP benefits.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will affect several Kansas City Royals home games, with schedule changes planned to avoid conflicts.

Officials are coordinating new dates—local fans should check for updates.

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.

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.

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.