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  LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. —Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation is happy to report another successful Family Fun Night at Summit Waves, where families came together to enjoy a fun and welcoming evening. Following the event, an altercation occurred between two individuals in the Summit Waves parking lot. LSPD responded to the scene. No weapons were involved or located in connection with that incident, and at this time, no injuries have been reported. Earlier in the evening, during daily operations at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 13, staff received a report of a possible weapon inside a bag. Private security hired by Summit Waves immediately responded, secured the bag, and located a weapon. A juvenile associated with the bag was apprehended outside Summit Waves, and the matter has been referred to Family Court. We are grateful for the...

As the United States marks its 250th birthday this year, Independence Day celebrations carry added significance for communities across the nation. Take time to reflect on the country’s history and the shared values that unite Americans and celebrate responsibly. Prioritize safety. If you plan to use fireworks, follow local regulations and safety guidelines. All firework-related incidents are preventable. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, there were at least 15 deaths and an estimated 13,000 emergency department-treated injuries linked to fireworks misuse and malfunction. About 1,300 of those injuries involved sparklers. The 15-to-24 age group accounted for the largest share of injuries, with burns to the hands, fingers, and head most common. Many of the most severe incidents involved devices that tipped over, malfunctioned, or were used too close to...

• The City of Lee’s Summit and Mayor J. Beto Lopez are proud to name Laura Maxwell as the 2026 Citizen of the Year.
• Named the 2026 Citizen of the Year for her exceptional volunteer leadership, professional achievements, and long-standing commitment to the Lee’s Summit community.

• A statement from Mayor Beto Lopez regarding the incidents that occurred last weekend at Downtown Days.

LEE’S SUMMIT, MO — Runners and walkers are invited to light up the night at the annual Night Flight 5K on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Legacy Park Amphitheater, located at 901 NE Bluestem Dr., Lee’s Summit, MO 64086. The race will begin at 9:00 p.m. Hosted in partnership by Lee’s Summit Medical Center and Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation, the Night Flight 5K benefits the Legacy for LS Parks Foundation, which supports parks projects throughout Lee’s Summit. Participants of all ages are encouraged to join the nighttime race experience through Legacy Park. Registration is $35 for participants ages 14 and older and $30 for those ages 13 and under. Packet Pick-Up and Registration Packet pick-up will take place at Lee’s Summit Medical Center, located at 2100 SE Blue Parkway, on Thursday, May 28, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Participants may also...