Lightning Strike Probable Cause of Structure Fire
Lightning Strike Probable Cause of Structure Fire
On Sunday, July 30, 2023, at 10:00 p.m., the Lee's Summit Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 2500 Block of NW Clifford Road. The caller reported a fire from the roof of a detached shop.
When crews arrived, the roof of the one-and-a-half-story detached shop with an upstairs apartment was engulfed in flames and was beginning to collapse. The owner confirmed that the shop was unoccupied, and no one lived in the apartment. Crews extinguished the...
Carl L. Chinnery Named Citizen of the Year
Carl L. Chinnery Named Citizen of the Year
The City of Lee’s Summit and Mayor Bill Baird join the City of Lake Lotawana and Mayor Tracy Rasmussen in the selection of Carl Chinnery as the 2023 Citizen of the Year. Chinnery is recognized for his service to the communities, civic activities and legal work for nonprofits. He will be honored at the Truman Heartland Community Foundation’s Annual Citizen’s Reception in early September and its “Toast to Our Towns” Gala on September...
Lightning Strike Damages Home
Lightning Strike Damages Home
On Sunday, July 16, 2023, at 11:48 a.m., the Lee's Summit Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 400 Block of SW Wintergarden Drive. A neighbor reported lightning hitting the house and starting the roof on fire. They also notified the occupant of the house.
When the fire department arrived, the fire was visible from the roof of the single-story, single-family residence. The occupant was safe outside. She reported hearing a loud boom and a light...
Lee’s Summit Water Utilities Cancels Water Boil Advisory for the Arbores Subdivision
Lee’s Summit Water Utilities Cancels Water Boil Advisory for the Arbores Subdivision
Lee’s Summit Water Utilities has canceled the precautionary boil water advisory issued on July 3 for customers in the Arbores Subdivision. Lab tests conducted on recent water samples confirm that customers are no longer advised to boil water prior to its use.
For more information, contact Lee’s Summit Water Utilities Customer Service at (816) 969-1900 or visit the Water Utilities Service Center at 1200 SE Hamblen Road, Lee’s Summit, Mo....
Lee’s Summit Blood Drive to Address Emergency Shortage
Lee’s Summit Blood Drive to Address Emergency Shortage
In partnership with the Community Blood Center, the City of Lee's Summit will host a blood drive on Monday, July 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Gamber Community Center Ballroom located at 4 SE Independence Avenue. The Community Blood Center is offering Royals tickets to donors while supplies last.
The Community Blood Center says now more than ever is the time to donate. Cold and flu season mixed with a decrease in first-time donors have all caused blood...