Extension Cords Used with a Space Heater Causes Fire
Extension Cords Used with a Space Heater Causes Fire
On Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at 10:46 a.m., the Lee's Summit Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 300 Block of NE Parks Edge Place. The occupants smelled smoke but did not see anything. When the smoke alarms started to sound, they discovered smoke from the basement stairs and a fire. They called 911 and evacuated the building.
When the fire department arrived, smoke was visible inside a two-story, single-family residence. Everyone...
Car Fire in Attached Garage Damages Fourplex
Car Fire in Attached Garage Damages Fourplex
On Monday, January 15, 2024, at 4:45 p.m., the Lee's Summit Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 5800 Block of NW Plantation Lane. Multiple 911 calls from neighbors reported a car fire in the garage spreading to the fourplex and an explosion.
When the fire department arrived, the fire heavily involved an attached, single-car garage of a two-story fourplex. All building occupants were safe outside.
Firefighters quickly attacked the...
$250k Grant Awarded to LSPR for Mouse Creek Trail Project
$250k Grant Awarded to LSPR for Mouse Creek Trail Project
Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation has been awarded a $250,000 Recreational Trails Program Grant for the future trail along Mouse Creek in south Lee’s Summit. The grant was given through the Missouri Natural Resources Division of State Parks. This is the largest amount LSPR has received for a local trail project.
The Mouse Creek Trail will consist of 1.2 miles of paved trail. It will feature a low-water crossing and a pre-cast truss bridge...
City of Lee's Summit To Host MLK Celebration
City of Lee's Summit To Host MLK Celebration
The City of Lee’s Summit’s Human Relations Commission will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 15 at 5:30 p.m. at The Pavilion at John Knox Village, 520 NW Murray Road. The theme for this year’s free community-wide event is “Living the Dream, It Starts with Me Spreading Hope, Courage and Unity.”
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s profound and lasting influence is undeniable. His unwavering commitment to racial and social...
Lee’s Summit Municipal Division Closed January 9
Lee’s Summit Municipal Division Closed January 9
The Lee's Summit Municipal Division 243/263 will be closed on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, for in-person hearings, trials and all other court business due to inclement weather. For more information visit cityofLS.net/court.