Walking Lee’s Summit’s Parks Walking Lee’s Summit’s Parks Friday, October 30, 2020 When the pandemic hit this year, routines were interrupted everywhere. The young and the old seem to have been hit particularly hard. My 93-year-old mother, who was active in her church and family life was suddenly confined a great deal to the house. She bought lots of jigsaw puzzles, completed her crosswords, even joined the 21st century by reading books on a kindle she bought when the library buildings closed. But like many of us, life no longer held as much...
Review safety guidelines before the kids set out for school Review safety guidelines before the kids set out for school Monday, September 16, 2019 It’s late summer, the time for lines of yellow buses, parents in the drop-off line and extra walkers on their way to school. During this back to school time, we need to remember a few safety rules to ensure everyone’s safety.
LS Tour de Lakes embraces bikers of all ages LS Tour de Lakes embraces bikers of all ages Sunday, May 26, 2019 Have you noticed signs around town advertising the Tour de Lakes? Wonder what it is and what it tours? I did until recently when Diane Logan came to the Lee’s Summit Livable Streets Board and spoke about the bike tour. Diane shared with the board the Tour De Lakes is not a race but a tour around the area lakes.
Rock Island Trail welcome addition for bikers, walkers and runners Rock Island Trail welcome addition for bikers, walkers and runners Wednesday, March 13, 2019 While having my morning coffee, I use to look out my back window and see the deer crossing the Rock Island Bridge over Third Street. I now look out my back window and see walkers, bikers and runners going down the newly opened Rock Island Trail.
Is the sidewalk clear? Take steps to carefully clear it Is the sidewalk clear? Take steps to carefully clear it Saturday, January 19, 2019 What has been hanging around all week? The snow, that’s what. It creates hazardous road conditions, pretty pictures, power outages and fun for sledding. These are the obvious, but let’s look a little further.
Street safety tips for schoolchildren Street safety tips for schoolchildren Monday, September 24, 2018 School is back in full swing, and it’s never a bad idea to review safety tips with the kids. Review this checklist with your children to ensure everyone is following the rules. And always be a role model for your children.