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| 7/23/2014 | August Classes and Activities at The Palmer Center
The Palmer Center at 218A N. Pleasant St. in Independence, MO is operated by the City of Independence and is dedicated to the mission of improving the overall health of adults 50+. |
| 7/21/2014 | Hot Weather Health Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for several counties in Missouri, including Jackson County, which remains in effect from noon today until 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 22. |
| 7/17/2014 | Cooking Demonstrations July 18 to Promote Healthy Eating
The Independence Health Department, through its Building a Healthier Independence initiative (BHI), is sponsoring community events which will include cooking demonstrations on Friday, July 18. |
| 7/17/2014 | Group Exercise Certifications and Workshops in August
Independence Parks and Recreation and NETA (National Exercise Trainers Association are co-sponsoring two nationally-recognized workshops in August. |
| 7/1/2014 | Nominations for Susan Block Public Service Award Now Accepted
Anyone can nominate a City employee, volunteer or elected official who has demonstrated outstanding public service, valor, and job performance with leadership for the annual Susan Paxton Block Distinguished Public Service Award. |
| 6/30/2014 | July Classes and Activities at The Palmer Center
The Palmer Center at 218A N. Pleasant St. in Independence, MO is operated by the City of Independence and is dedicated to the mission of improving the overall health of adults 50+. |
| 6/20/2014 | Public Meeting on the Public Safety Sales Tax
A Public Safety Sales Tax stakeholder meeting will be held from 2 – 3:30 p.m., on Wednesday, June 25, in Conference Room D on the ground floor of City Hall, 111 E. Maple Ave. Independence residents are encouraged to attend. |
| 6/20/2014 | Independence To Host Park Dedication Ceremony
The City of Independence will host a dedication ceremony for the new Ability Field and Inclusive Playground at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25 at McCoy Park, 800 N. Bess Truman Parkway (24 Hwy. and Spring St.). |
| 6/19/2014 | Independence Announces New Management for the Independence Events Center
Global Spectrum, which operates more than 120 arenas and stadiums throughout the world, has been selected to manage and operate the 5,800 seat multi-purpose entertainment and sports venue. |
| 6/13/2014 | Independence Reveals New City Flag Design
Just in time for Flag Day, the Independence Beautification Commission revealed the winning City Flag re-design – a colorful red, white and blue flag featuring a half-wagon wheel and three stars. |
| 6/13/2014 | Health Department Awarded Healthy Lifestyles Grant
The City of Independence Health Department was recently awarded $46,136 in grant funding to provide support and lessen barriers which impede access to safe spaces to be physically active in the northwest area of Independence. |
| 6/4/2014 | EcoFest at Waterfall Park Sat. June 7
Bring the family and learn all about protecting the environment at the seventh-annual Independence EcoFest – “It’s All About Water!” – from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 7. |
| 6/4/2014 | Independence Farmers' Market Now Open
The Independence Farmers’ and Craft Market is located just off the Independence Square at the corner of Truman and Main. |
| 6/2/2014 | Fireworks Ordinance Bans Sky Lanterns
On May 27, 2014, the Independence City Council amended Chapter 9 of the Fire Code to ban the sale, possession and use of sky lanterns. |
| 5/30/2014 | June Activities and Classes at The Palmer Center
The Palmer Center at 218A N. Pleasant St. in Independence, MO is operated by the City of Independence and is dedicated to the mission of improving the overall health of adults 50+. |
| 5/23/2014 | John Greene Named Acting Fire Chief
City Manager Robert Heacock has named Deputy Fire Chief John Greene as Acting Fire Chief for the Independence Fire Department (IFD). |
| 5/20/2014 | City Council Creates Advisory Commission on the Visual Arts
At the City Council meeting held Monday, May 19, 2014, the Council passed a resolution creating a Mayor’s Advisory Commission on the Visual Arts. |
| 5/15/2014 | Independence Fire Chief Announces Retirement
The City of Independence Fire Chief Sandra Schiess has announced her retirement effective May 16, 2014. |
| 5/9/2014 | Independence Fire Department Improves to ISO Class 2 Rating
Of approximately 47,000 rated fire departments in the United States, less than 810, or 1.55%, are rated Class 2 or better. |
| 5/9/2014 | Neighborhood Celebration Saturday, May 10
A special Neighborhood Celebration and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony/Open House will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 10, 2014 in front of the restored historic home at 423 N. Pleasant in Independence, MO. |
| 5/7/2014 | Truman Awards Presentation Saturday, May 10
The public is invited to the ceremony and reception at 2:30 p.m. Sat. May 10 on the steps of the Harry S. Truman Library & Museum, 500 W. U.s. highway 24. |
| 4/29/2014 | May Events & Classes at The Palmer Center
The Palmer Center at 218A N. Pleasant St. in Independence, MO is operated by the City of Independence and is dedicated to the mission of improving the overall health of adults 50+. |
| 4/25/2014 | Garden Seeds and Plants Available May 1
Get ready to start your summer garden! The Kansas City Community Garden and Independence Health Department are working together to distribute seeds and plants. |
| 4/25/2014 | Pets in the Park
Dress up your pet for fun from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 17 at Waterfall Park for Pets in the Park – a free event for pets and their families. |
| 4/22/2014 | iNforce Business Protection Network Tough on Crime
“iNforce, powered by Nextdoor.com is a private social network for our business community to interact online for free. Business representatives can sign up within their defined district and interact with their neighboring businesses. |
| 4/18/2014 | Prescription Drug "Take-Back" April 26
The Independence Police Department is again joining thousands of other law enforcement agencies across the country in the DEA-sponsored semi-annual national prescription drug “Take-Back” event on Saturday, April 26, 2014. |
| 4/18/2014 | Harry S. Truman Award for Public Service to be Presented May 10.
The Harry S. Truman Award for Public Service will be presented to Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 10 on the steps of the Harry S. Truman Library & Museum, 500 W. U.S. Highway 24. |
| 4/10/2014 | Independence Power and Light Receives National Recognition
Independence Power and Light (IPL) has earned the Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3®) designation from the American Public Power Association (APPA) for providing consumers with the highest degree of reliable and safe electric service. |
| 4/8/2014 | Park Trot 5K Run/Walk Scheduled for May 3.
The Independence Health Department has partnered with Centerpoint Medical Center to hold the certified 5K event as part of the Building a Healthier Independence (BHI) initiative. Registration is open until April 20 at www.independenceparktrot.com. |
| 4/3/2014 | Celebrate National Public Health Week
The City of Independence Health Department will host events April 7-11 for National Public Health Week (NPHW). |
| 3/31/2014 | Independence Issues Burn Ban
The City of Independence Fire Department has issued a burn ban effective immediately, continuing until further notice. |
| 3/28/2014 | April Classes and Programs at The Palmer Center
The Palmer Center at 218A N. Pleasant St. in Independence, MO is operated by the City of Independence and is dedicated to the mission of improving the overall health of adults 50+. |
| 3/26/2014 | City Announces City Flag Design Contest
The Independence Beautification Commission needs creative input for a City flag re-design. |
| 3/25/2014 | Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection April 5
Get ready for Independence’s annual free household hazardous waste (HHW) collection 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 5. |
