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Rep. Emanuel Cleaver highlights rising costs and rural healthcare concerns

By SE Kansas City News | Aug 15, 2025

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver used social media on August 15 to address surging food prices and highlight ongoing issues with hospital closures and housing affordability for vulnerable groups in Missouri's rural communities.

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Independence Police Chief Adam Dustman resigns; city begins search for interim leader

By SE Kansas City News | Aug 15, 2025

Police Chief Adam Dustman has resigned from his position with the City of Independence, effective August 15, 2025.

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Which ex-high school athletes from Southeast Kansas City area will compete in the week of Monday, Aug. 18?

By N. G. Henderson | Aug 15, 2025

These ex-Southeast Kansas City area high school athletes will be competing in the week starting Monday, Aug. 18.

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Jackson County saw 1 more lawyer in good standing in July than June

By C. G. Hensley | Aug 15, 2025

There was one more lawyer in good standing working among cities in Jackson County in July than June.

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Cheapest E15 gas in cities across Jackson County in week ending Aug. 9

By M. E. Moore | Aug 14, 2025

The lowest price of E15 gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 9, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Independence begins national search for new city manager following Zach Walker’s departure

By SE Kansas City News | Aug 14, 2025

The Independence City Council has announced plans to begin a nationwide search for a new City Manager.

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Emanuel Cleaver highlights ALS advocacy and rural housing reforms in latest posts

By SE Kansas City News | Aug 14, 2025

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver posted on August 14, 2025 about joining the ALS Caucus and introducing bipartisan legislation aimed at reforming rural housing services with Rep. Zach Nunn.

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Rep. Emanuel Cleaver voices opposition to potential changes in Social Security

By SE Kansas City News | Aug 14, 2025

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver used Twitter on August 14, 2025 to criticize reported efforts by federal officials to privatize Social Security and pledged support for seniors’ benefits in Missouri’s Fifth District.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Jackson County in week ending Aug. 9?

By M. E. Moore | Aug 13, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 9, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Jackson County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Aug. 9

By M. E. Moore | Aug 13, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 9, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Emanuel Cleaver criticizes "Big Ugly Bill" impact on healthcare and marks Raytown anniversary

By SE Kansas City News | Aug 13, 2025

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver posted updates between August 12-13 highlighting Raytown's anniversary celebration and expressing criticism over Republican-led federal legislation known as the "Big Ugly Bill."

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Rep. Emanuel Cleaver criticizes GOP health policy and Trump tariffs in August social media posts

By SE Kansas City News | Aug 13, 2025

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver posted several statements on August 13, 2025 criticizing Republican efforts to roll back healthcare protections and condemning former President Trump's tariff policies for raising costs for Americans.

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Rep. Emanuel Cleaver criticizes Trump tariffs and "Big Ugly Bill" over cost increases

By SE Kansas City News | Aug 12, 2025

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver used several social media posts between August 11-12, 2025 to criticize President Trump's tariff policies and new legislation supported by Congressional Republicans.

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Emanuel Cleaver criticizes Republican-backed bill for favoring wealthy and threatening Medicaid

By SE Kansas City News | Aug 12, 2025

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver voiced criticism on August 12, 2025 regarding a Republican-supported bill he says disproportionately benefits wealthy Americans while endangering Medicaid coverage for lower-income families.

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City Manager Zach Walker announces resignation after nearly decade in leadership

By SE Kansas City News | Aug 12, 2025

Zach Walker, who has served as City Manager of Independence, Missouri since 2016, will step down from his role this fall to become the City Manager in Bloomington, Minnesota.

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Rep. Emanuel Cleaver promotes rural health bill and supports reinstated weather service staff

By SE Kansas City News | Aug 11, 2025

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver shared updates via social media on August 11 about new bipartisan legislation for rural healthcare and recent decisions regarding National Weather Service staff.

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Independence offers free Narcan kits and training amid local efforts against opioid crisis

By SE Kansas City News | Aug 11, 2025

Independence residents will have access to free opioid overdose reversal medication and training at a series of upcoming events organized by the Independence Health Services Division.

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Rep. Emanuel Cleaver criticizes White House policies on crime statistics and consumer costs

By SE Kansas City News | Aug 11, 2025

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver posted several statements on August 11 criticizing recent White House actions regarding crime statistics, gun violence prevention funding cuts, and tariff impacts on consumer prices.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Jackson County in week ending Aug. 2?

By M. E. Moore | Aug 10, 2025

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 2, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jackson County in week ending Aug. 2?

By M. E. Moore | Aug 8, 2025

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 2, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.