Section of Northeast Hagan Road Set to Close Monday, July 14
Section of Northeast Hagan Road Set to Close Monday, July 14
A section of Northeast Hagan Road between Northeast Strother Road and Northeast Jones Industrial Drive is set to close Monday, July 14, for utility work. Evergy is placing power across Hagan, and work is permitted until August 22. The detour route includes Northeast Strother Road, Northeast Independence Avenue, and Northeast Jones Industrial Drive. All work is weather permitting and subject to change.
July is Park and Recreation Month
July is Park and Recreation Month
This July, Celebrate ‘Build Together, Play Together at Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation
Month-long celebration highlights the impact of parks and recreation
This July, join Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation (LSPR) for Park and Recreation Month, as we celebrate how Lee’s Summit is stronger, more vibrant and more resilient because of parks and recreation.
A variety of activities are planned for residents of all ages and...
Hotel Reoccupied After Small Fire in Wall
Hotel Reoccupied After Small Fire in Wall
LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. (July 10, 2025) — The Lee's Summit Fire Department responded to a possible structure fire at the Quality Inn, located at 1020 SE Blue Parkway, at 1:01 p.m. An employee reported smoke in room 324, coming from a windowsill, prompting an evacuation of the hotel.
Upon arrival, firefighters observed no visible flames outside the three-story, 63-room hotel, though the building’s alarms were sounding and guests were evacuating. Light...
Southwest Third Street Traffic Pattern Change Beginning Tuesday, July 15
Southwest Third Street Traffic Pattern Change Beginning Tuesday, July 15
Beginning Tuesday, July 15, eastbound traffic on Southwest Third Street will shift to the center lane between Southwest Walnut and Southwest Jefferson Streets until approximately September 1, 2025. This traffic pattern change is necessary as part of the Third Street improvements project and will allow the contractor to begin phase two work between Southwest Walnut and Southwest Jefferson Streets. READ MORE -->
Fireworks Related Fires in Lee's Summit
Fireworks Related Fires in Lee's Summit
LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. — Overnight, the Lee's Summit Fire Department responded to several fireworks-related fires. Crews were dispatched to a reported structure fire at 4:27 a.m. on July 5, 2025, in the 1100 block of SW Summit Hill Drive. A resident called 911 after being awakened by smoke alarms and discovering a fire burning on the outside of the house.
Upon arrival, firefighters found flames near the garage door that had spread up the front of the...