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Winter Farmers Market

Saturday, February 7, 2026
9:00am
Independence Uptown Market
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Superb Owl Party

Saturday, February 7, 2026
10:30am
George Owens DeWitt Hall
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Feb

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Art Class

Monday, February 9, 2026
5:30pm
Roger T. Sermon Community Center
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Toddler Town

Tuesday, February 10, 2026
10:00am
Roger T. Sermon Community Center
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Warren K. Erdman named Truman Award winner

The Independence Harry S. Truman Award Commission will present the 2025 Harry S. Truman Public Service Award to Warren K. Erdman during the presentation ceremony on Tuesday, February 10, at 11 a.m. at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum

Jan 27, 2026
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IPD Comprehensive Action Plan Announced

In a commitment to professional accountability and public safety, the City of Independence commissioned a comprehensive risk assessment of the Independence Police Department (IPD).

Jan 08, 2026
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Visit Independence Unveils New Brand Identity, Ushering in a Fresh Chapter for a Storied City

Visit Independence announced the launch of its new Destination Marketing Organization and brand identity, marking a new era of synergy and hospitality for one of America’s most historic towns.

Dec 10, 2025
Announcements, Tourism
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Nominations open for Human Relations Commission’s MLK Humanitarian Award

Nominations are now open for the City of Independence Human Relations Commission’s annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award. The award recognizes a resident or organization that embodies the spirit of Dr. King’s work and has gone above and beyond in service to the Independence community.

Dec 01, 2025
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111 E Maple Ave, Independence, MO 64050

816-325-7000

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17221 E 23rd St. S, Independence, MO 64057

816-325-7930