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Hey there, Kansas City! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What does the new KCK budget mean for your taxes and fees?
  • What led to the violent Kansas City, Kansas struggle with police?
  • Where should you go while the Westport post office is closed?

Also on today's calendar: Kaw Valley Farm Tour and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Heavy rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 73 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Friday: Clouds breaking; less humid, temps: high: 70, low: 50.
  • Saturday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 72 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• UG commissioners hold line on property taxes in FY27 budget (thebeaconnews.org) — Kansas City residents will see property tax rates held steady for FY27, but vehicle registration transaction fees will rise by $3 to support DMV services. Unified Government commissioners approved a combined $547.1 million city-county budget, trimmed some staffing and infrastructure plans, extended the storm emergency declaration, and advanced key items like library funding and downtown's special improvement district.
   

• Suspect in violent Kansas City, Kansas, police struggle on parole for rape conviction (kmbc.com) — A Kansas City police officer and a suspect were injured after officers say the man fled a traffic stop, ran over an officer's foot, then later grabbed another officer's gun during a struggle. The suspect, on parole for a past rape conviction, was stabbed with a utility knife and struck with a baton before being subdued, and now faces new Wyandotte County charges and possible parole revocation.
   

• Midtown Kansas City post office closed temporarily. Where to go until it reopens (kansascity.com) — If you rely on the Westport post office, your P.O. box services are temporarily shifting to Union Station and retail services are now handled at the Rosedale branch in Kansas City. USPS hasn't set a reopening date yet, but several other nearby locations, from Waldo to 18th and Vine, can also handle your mailing needs while repairs are completed.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • 🩵🩵 Meet Alfie - this adorable 8 month old is available for adoption thru Melissa's Second Chances.
    He's the sweetest little boy! Mscrescue.org (Nextdoor Fisher Park West)
  • 🟩🟩🟩 Who is looking for a sweet Shih Tzu?
    There are 2 females up for adoption! MSCRESCUE.org (Nextdoor Fisher Park West)
  • Marriott International posted a job opening for Night Auditor in Kansas City. Apply here.
  • Buc-ee's posted a job opening for Grocery/Warehouse Manager in Kansas City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kansas City here.

🗞 Nearby News

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Mission

  • Locally owned bookstore for young readers coming to Mission (johnsoncountypost.com)
  • Kerwin Spencer, Larry Gerwick named honorees of the Kansas Babe Ruth Leagues, Inc. Hall of Fame (sumnernewscow.com)
  • Johnson County Wastewater general manager Susan Pekarek retires after leading 2 billion-dollar projects (johnsoncountypost.com)

Ok Kansas City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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