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Independence program wins two MML awards and hosts session at ICMA

The City of Independence received two awards through the Missouri Municipal League last week for its Independence T.O.G.E.T.H.E.R. initiative and is presenting at the 2024 International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Annual Conference on the national stage this week. These recognitions highlight the innovative approach the City is taking to solve two issues: assisting residents who are experiencing homelessness, and community beautification.

Sep 23, 2024
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2024 Susan Paxton Block Award

The Independence Police Department’s Deputy Chief Michelle Sumstad received the 2024 Susan Paxton Block Award for Distinguished Public Service.

Sep 13, 2024
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Palmer Center Activities and Events for August

The Palmer Center at 218A N. Pleasant St. in Independence, MO is operated by the City of Independence and is dedicated to the mission of improving the overall health of adults 60+. For more information call (816) 325-6200 or visit the website www.independencemo.org/parksandrec.

Aug 27, 2024
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In honor of International Overdose Awareness Day

Independence residents can get Narcan for free at four area locations Aug. 21-23, 2024.

Aug 20, 2024
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Oct

9

Active

Japanese Sister City Committee

Wednesday, October 9, 2024
6:00pm
Virtual

Oct

10

Active

Toddler Town

Thursday, October 10, 2024
10:00am
Roger T. Sermon Community Center
Newsroom, Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Entertainment, Family Activity

Oct

10

Active

Pickup Chess (weekly)

Thursday, October 10, 2024
2:30pm
George Owens DeWitt Hall
Parks, Recreation and Tourism
City-Wide, Classes and Trainings, Entertainment, Family Activity

Oct

11

Active

Encore Theatre Presents: Dearly Beloved

Friday, October 11, 2024
7:00pm
Roger T. Sermon Community Center
Parks, Recreation and Tourism
City-Wide, Entertainment, Family Activity

Independence Contact Center

City Hall

111 E Maple Ave, Independence, MO 64050

816-325-7000

Independence Utility Center - 1st Floor

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

816-325-7930