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Good morning Independence! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Are Independence's disaster volunteers being pushed out when they're needed most?
  • Want to see your Jackson County tax credit before bills arrive?

Also on today's calendar: PERSPECTIVES: LOU GRANDE and 8 more events.

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

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Heavy rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 70 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Friday: Clouds breaking; less humid, temps: high: 69, low: 52.
  • Saturday: Nice with plenty of sun, with a high of 71 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Volunteers worry Independence is unprepared for disasters after city relationship breaks down (kshb.com) — Independence volunteers who help with emergency preparedness say recent city policy changes have sidelined them, leaving gaps they believe worsened storm impacts during SantaCaliGon Days on the Square. City officials insist their emergency structure worked as intended but admit volunteer roles, insurance coverage, and communication systems are in flux as preparedness shifts back to the Fire Department and a new emergency manager comes on board.
   

• New websites will show Jackson County homeowners their tax credit (kctv5.com) — Jackson County homeowners can soon use two new websites to see exactly how much property tax credit they'll receive, with details unveiled at a Taxpayer Update Town Hall at the Midwest Genealogy Center in Independence. The credits apply to owners whose recent assessments jumped more than 15%, and County Executive Phil LeVota will explain how relief is spread over three years and answer residents' questions.
   

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  • Sharing from fb
    ‼️‼️‼️‼️Lost Frenchie ‼️‼️‼️‼️ She went missing this morning around Truman Rd. and Pleasant St. in Independence, MO. She is gray with distinctive… (Nextdoor Englewood Arts District)
  • This might be a dumb question, but if I am driving and get pulled over, and the passenger does not have their seatbelt on.
    Who will get fined? The driver or the passenger? (Nextdoor Heart of Independence)
  • David's Bridal, Inc. posted a job opening for Seasonal Seamstress Tailor Sewing Specialist in Independence. Apply here.
  • Cargo Largo posted a job opening for Cart Attendant in Independence. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Independence here.

🗞 Nearby News

Blue Springs

  • 'Voices of Hope' launches in Blue Springs with purple silhouettes for domestic violence awareness month (kshb.com)
  • Fun In The Sun: 1961 Ford Galaxie 4-Speed (barnfinds.com)

Kansas City

  • Skeletal remains lead to police investigation in Kansas City's West Bottoms (kctv5.com)
  • ACU Volleyball Opens UAC Play 1-1 as Three Wildcats Make History (acuoptimist.com)
  • Country Club Plaza to welcome new store early next year (kctv5.com)

Ok Independence! 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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