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Sunterra Springs Independence: 3-star nursing home in Jackson County

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 29, 2024

Owned by Sunterra Springs, LLC since May 10, 2016, Sunterra Springs Independence had an overall rating of three in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Shangri-LA Rehabilitation and Living Center, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 1 in Q4 2023

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 28, 2024

Owned by Sabl, LLC since March 23, 2020, Shangri-LA Rehabilitation and Living Center had an overall rating of one in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Independence Fire Department Issues Burn Ban for February 29

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 28, 2024

The Independence Fire Department has issued a burn ban for Thursday, February 29, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The ban comes as a precautionary measure due to dry conditions and forecasted high winds.In a statement, the Independence Fire Department urged the community to take necessary precautions to prevent fires. They emphasized the importance of fire safety measures, stating, "Please help protect yourself and your property by practicing fire safety."As part of the safety guidelines, residents are advised to properly dispose of smoking materials, fireplace logs, and...

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Jackson County rise or fall in 2021?

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Jackson County received $3 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Who owned Rosewood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Q4 2023?

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 27, 2024

Owned by MO Operation Holdings, LLC since Oct. 19, 2021, Rosewood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center had an overall rating of two in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Cities Respond to Recent Court Decision on Property Tax Assessments

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 27, 2024

The Cities of Blue Springs and Independence have responded to the recent court decision concerning property tax assessments in Jackson County. The court's ruling on the petition for a writ of mandamus related to the biennial property assessments conducted in 2023 has prompted the cities to consider alternative avenues for addressing the issues raised.According to an unnamed spokesperson for the Cities of Blue Springs and Independence, "The court has denied the petition, suggesting the issues raised should be addressed through the state legislature and the State Tax...

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A look at Monterey Park Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, a nursing home in Independence, Missouri

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 26, 2024

Monterey Park Rehabilitation and Health Care Center was one of the 33 for-profit facility nursing homes in Jackson County, Missouri in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of three.

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5,324 Jackson County farmers received agricultural subsidies in 2021

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 25, 2024

Farms in Jackson County received $11,089,845 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Jackson County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Maywood Terrace Living Center?

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 25, 2024

Maywood Terrace Living Center was one of the 33 for-profit facility nursing homes in Jackson County, Missouri in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of two.

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Which former SE Kansas City News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26?

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 24, 2024

These former SE Kansas City News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26.

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SE Kansas City News area weekly mass times

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 24, 2024

The following parishes in the SE Kansas City News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Life Care Center of Grandview: 1-star nursing home in Jackson County

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 24, 2024

Life Care Center of Grandview was one of the 33 for-profit facility nursing homes in Jackson County, Missouri in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of one.

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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Clay County receive in 2021?

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 24, 2024

Farms in Clay County received $11,418,597 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Cass County farmers in 2021 reached $14,436,848

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Cass County received $14,436,848 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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John Knox Village Care Center, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 3 in Q4 2023

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 23, 2024

John Knox Village Care Center was one of the 33 for-profit facility nursing homes in Jackson County, Missouri in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of three.

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Carmel Hills Wellness and Rehabilitation was 3rd largest nursing home in Jackson County as of Q4 2023

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 23, 2024

With an overall rating of one, Carmel Hills Wellness and Rehabilitation was the third largest nursing home in Jackson County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Exciting March Activities and Events at Palmer Center in Independence, MO

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 23, 2024

The Palmer Center in Independence, MO has announced a range of activities and events for the month of March. The center, dedicated to improving the overall health of adults 60+, is set to host a variety of engaging programs throughout the month.One of the highlighted programs for March is the Aging Mastery Program (AMP), which will run from March 26 to May 28. According to the National Council on Aging, this program offers a comprehensive approach to living well in older age. Participants can expect sessions on topics such as healthy eating, financial fitness, medication...

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How much did farmers in Lafayette County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Lafayette County received $9,954,156 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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2nd largest nursing home in Jackson County as of Q4 2023

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 22, 2024

With an overall rating of one, Rosewood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center was the second largest nursing home in Jackson County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Who owned Jefferson Health Care in Q4 2023?

By SE Kansas City News | Feb 22, 2024

Jefferson Health Care was one of the 33 for-profit facility nursing homes in Jackson County, Missouri in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of one.