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Independence, Missouri Patch AM: a 4 min readGreetings Independence! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a new AI data center just erased Independence students’ lunch debt
- Why the Truman Library in Independence stands out among seven presidential sites
Also on today's calendar: OP Social : Patio Lunch and Putt Putt Fun in Independence and 3 more events.
Today's riddle: Why are frogs poor conversationists? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Saturday: A few strong p.m. t-storms, with a high of 82 and low of 67 degrees.
- Sunday: Sun and clouds; windy, humid, temps: high: 86, low: 71. 🌶 Hot!
- Monday: Windy; a severe p.m. t-storm, with a high of 88 and low of 55 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Company behind massive AI data center in Independence clears students' lunch debt (kansascity.com) — A massive new AI data center is breaking ground in Independence, and its developer just wiped out a full year of student lunch debt in both Independence and Fort Osage school districts. The company, Nebius, is also set to pay hundreds of millions in long-term PILOT fees, promising sustained funding for local schools even as Jackson County tax changes strain district budgets. 
• High Plains has produced 7 presidents (hpj.com) — One of the seven presidential libraries highlighted in this regional travel piece is right in your backyard: the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum in Independence. The article encourages trips to sites like Truman’s to explore presidents’ lives, their agricultural roots, and how their decisions shaped the country, while also providing practical visiting details for each library.
📸 Around Independence
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Upcoming Events in
Independence
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★ Featured events ★
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Zombie League Game 1 →
Olahrama 28 Family Fun Skate Center, 13903 E S Noland Ct, Independence
9:30 am
Sunday May 17
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Other local events
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Sunday Worship Services
Independence Chamber-Commerce, 17902 North Whitney Road, Independence
9:45 am -
OP Social : Patio Lunch and Putt Putt Fun in Independence →
Vivilore, 10815 E Winner Rd, Independence
11:00 am -
Elevate Independence Monthly Luncheon - LEAD Graduation
The City House, 14300 E US Hwy 40, Independence
11:30 am -
Business After Hours - University Health
University Health, 7900 Lee's Summit Road, Kansas City
4:30 pm -
One Piece TCG OP-16 Release Event →
Game Cafe, 107 W Lexington Ave, Independence
5:30 pm
Sunday May 17
Wednesday May 20
Thursday May 28
Saturday June 6
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Springtime Riverside-Paint Party →
Pinot's Palette, 483 NE Coronado Dr, Blue Springs
3:00 pm -
WCHS Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony
William Chrisman High School, 1223 N Noland Rd, Independence
5:00 pm -
William Chrisman HS Graduation
William Chrisman High School, 1223 N Noland Rd, Independence
5:00 pm -
Truman HS Graduation
Truman High School, 3301 S Noland Rd, Independence
6:30 pm -
Love Written in the Stars →
Pinot's Palette, 483 NE Coronado Dr, Blue Springs
7:00 pm -
Yoga 101 at Colonial Gardens →
Colonial Farms, 27610 E Wyatt Rd Suite B, Blue Springs
9:00 am
Saturday May 16
Sunday May 17
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Found dog, big boy super sweet!
On third and Morgan in independence! Has collar no tags! (Nextdoor Lee's Summit) - Please share & repost to help reunite this stray dog!
FOUND on May 14, 2026 in Independence, MO 64050 near Third and morgan Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the finder,… (Nextdoor 23rd/291)
- Hy-Vee posted a job opening for Meat Clerk in Independence. Apply here.
- Bass Pro Shops posted a job opening for Stocking Outfitter in Independence. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Independence here.
🗞 Nearby News
Blue Springs
- Blue Springs residents put out call to action around e-ride safety (kshb.com)
- 7431 N Lewis Ave, Kansas City, MO 64158 (zillow.com)
- Shiltz signs one-day contract to retire as member of Hamilton Tiger-Cats (castanet.net)
Kansas City
- Officers from 11 states will help Kansas City, Missouri, police keep World Cup crowds safe (kshb.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They jump to conclusions. (Thank you Rita S. for sending it in!)
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