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🌱 Jon Pardi’s big tour finale is headed for Independence

Independence, Missouri Patch AM: a 4 min read

Coffee in hand, Independence? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Jon Pardi’s big tour finale is headed for Independence

Also on today's calendar: PERSPECTIVES: LOU GRANDE AND ADRIANA NIKOLE and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Nice with plenty of sun, with a high of 74 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 76, low: 48.
  • Monday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 70 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Jon Pardi Forced to Postpone Two Shows as He Fights Through Illness (countrynow.com) — Jon Pardi has postponed two Southern tour stops due to illness, but his Gamblin’ Man Tour is still slated to wrap up with a final show in Independence this November. Local country fans can hold onto their tickets for rescheduled dates elsewhere and look ahead to Pardi’s tour-closing performance here, where he’ll be joined by Alexandra Kay and Sadie Bass.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This is my little rescue Kenzy she's a spry 15 year old chiweenie ❤ We just celebrated her 1 year gotcha anniversary 🎉❤🎉❤ She is extremely active & gets around great you would never guess that she was 15 years old 🤗 If anyone is ever looking for a
    rescue whether to adopt or surrender a pet please consider Pawsitive Tails Dog Rescue they are amazing. (Nextdoor Rockwood)
  • Hey all, Christine in Independence.
    Looking forward to keeping up with what's going on. (Nextdoor Benton)
  • footprint Solutions posted a job opening for Part Time Merchandiser in Independence. Apply here.
  • Jackson County Missouri posted a job opening for Civil Engineer II in Independence. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Independence here.

🗞 Nearby News

Blue Springs

  • Missouri State Highway Patrol hosts Corporal Michael Webster blood drive in Lee's Summit (fox4kc.com)
  • Raytown Animal Services sees rise in pet reunifications and expanded community engagement at new building (kshb.com)
  • Chiefs Honor September Officiating Crews of the Month (chiefs.com)

Raytown

  • "Life-saving resources": Businesses in Raytown can request a free Narcan display (kmbc.com)
  • Kansas City is turning one courthouse into a one-stop hub for warrants, legal help, housing, jobs and treatment resources (newsbreak.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: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Independence

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Independence

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.