Lee’s Summit to Host Blood Drive Sept. 28 at Gamber Community Center Wednesday, September 23, 2020 | Views: 9566 | Categories: City of Lee's Summit Press Releases The City of Lee’s Summit, in partnership with the Community Blood Center, will host a community blood drive on Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Gamber Community Center, 4 SE Independence Ave. The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a critical shortage of blood due to the cancellation of blood drives. The Community Blood Center says the start of the school year typically results in more donations as many high schools and colleges host blood drives....
Wyatt and Crystal Durgan Named Citizens of the Year Thursday, August 6, 2020 | Views: 14041 | Categories: City of Lee's Summit Press Releases Wyatt and Crystal Durgan Named Citizens of the Year Lee’s Summit Mayor Bill Baird has selected Wyatt and Crystal Durgan as the 2020 Citizen of the Year recipients for their unwavering devotion to the improvement of students’ lives in Lee’s Summit, providing them with the tools for future success. They will be honored at the Truman Heartland Community Foundation’s Toast to Our Towns Gala on Sept. 26. Wyatt and Crystal Durgan have made an unforgettable mark on the Lee’s Summit community,...
Lee’s Summit Unveils Plan for Downtown Farmer’s Market and Conservatory Tuesday, July 21, 2020 | Views: 29003 | Categories: City of Lee's Summit Press Releases Lee’s Summit Unveils Plan for Downtown Farmer’s Market and Conservatory Lee’s Summit Mayor Bill Baird presented a conceptual plan and potential funding program for the Downtown Farmer’s Market and Conservatory to City Council at its July 21 meeting. Following the presentation, City Council gave City Manager Steve Arbo approval to proceed with a request for qualification to identify a master developer for the project, which will include a mix of public and private spaces. “This is an exciting moment for our community....
City of Lee’s Summit Hosts Blood Drive July 27 and July 28 Thursday, July 16, 2020 | Views: 12200 | Categories: City of Lee's Summit Press Releases City of Lee’s Summit Hosts Blood Drive July 27 and July 28 The City of Lee’s Summit, in partnership with the Community Blood Center, is hosting a blood drive on July 27 and July 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Gamber Community Center, 4 SE Independence Ave. The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a critical blood shortage due to the cancellation of blood drives during the past several months. The Community Blood Center says a seven-day inventory of all blood types must be continually replenished to maintain a safe...
Lee’s Summit Invites Visitors to Downtown Sculpture Walk Thursday, June 25, 2020 | Views: 12037 | Categories: City of Lee's Summit Press Releases Lee’s Summit Invites Visitors to Downtown Sculpture Walk The City of Lee’s Summit is excited to invite visitors to explore the Downtown Sculpture Walk in downtown Lee’s Summit. The new outdoor public art exhibit will be on display through March 2021 and features artists from across the country. Visitors can expect to see a new rotation of sculptures each spring. The six sculptures currently on display were selected from a national call for artists and juried by members of the Lee’s Summit Arts Council...