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Kansas City extends hiring efforts after successful job fair

By KC Reporter | Jul 12, 2024

Hundreds of Kansas City residents are finding new employment with the City of Kansas City, and jobs are still available. Following a successful job fair, the city is prepared to hire additional employees for careers in municipal government.

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Jackson County's men's football teams receive $1,493,400 in 2023

By KC Reporter | Jul 11, 2024

Men's football teams from Jackson County received $1,493,400 during the 2023 season, up 17% from the previous year.

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Governor Parson finalizes decisions on remaining legislation from the 2024 session

By KC Reporter | Jul 11, 2024

Jefferson City — Governor Mike Parson has taken action on all remaining legislation approved by the Missouri General Assembly during the 2024 Legislative Session. The governor signed House Bill (HB) 1909, Senate Bill (SB) 748, and SB 1296, while allowing SB 751 to become law without his signature.

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Governor Parson signs bills supporting veterans' welfare in Missouri

By KC Reporter | Jul 11, 2024

Jefferson City — This morning, during a bill signing at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson signed House Bill (HB) 1495 and Senate Bill (SB) 912. The legislation provides additional support to Missouri veterans and military members and requires the Missouri Veterans Commission (MVC) to review current practices and recommend additional efforts to prevent veteran suicide. Governor Parson also signed five additional bills during the public ceremony: HB 2111, SB 1453, SB 1111, SB 802, and SB 1359.

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Kansas City urges timely student immunizations before new school year

By KC Reporter | Jul 10, 2024

With the new school year approaching, the Kansas City Health Department is encouraging parents and guardians to ensure their children are current on required vaccinations. As mandated by school policies, students must be immunized to attend school on the first day.

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Governor Parson signs five new bills into law

By KC Reporter | Jul 9, 2024

Jefferson City — This afternoon, during a bill signing at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson signed five bills into law: House Bill (HB) 1912, Senate Bill (SB) 872, HB 2134/1956, HB 2062, and SB 895.

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Governor Parson signs four bills into law

By KC Reporter | Jul 9, 2024

Jefferson City — This morning, during a bill signing at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson signed four bills into law: House Bill (HB) 2057, Senate Bill (SB) 894, SB 756, and SB 754.

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Governor Parson signs five bills into law

By KC Reporter | Jul 9, 2024

This afternoon, during a bill signing at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson signed five bills into law: House Bill (HB) 1912, Senate Bill (SB) 872, HB 2134/1956, HB 2062, and SB 895.

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Retired priest pleads guilty to stealing $300K from Missouri church

By KC Reporter | Jul 9, 2024

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A retired priest in Jefferson City, Mo., pleaded guilty in federal court today to sending his sister a $100,000 check stolen from a Wardsville, Mo., church and admitted to writing himself a $200,000 check from the church account.

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Kenneth C. Morgan appointed new director at KC Water

By KC Reporter | Jul 8, 2024

The City of Kansas City has announced Kenneth C. Morgan's appointment as the new Water Services Director for KC Water. Morgan brings extensive experience and a proven track record in water and wastewater management. He currently serves as the Deputy Director of the Water Distribution Division for the Public Utilities Department in San Diego.

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Governor signs bill supporting $2.5 billion investment in Kansas City

By KC Reporter | Jul 8, 2024

Governor Parson Signs SB 1388, Supporting Billions in Business Investment

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KC Reporter area weekly mass times

By KC Reporter | Jul 6, 2024

The following parishes in the KC Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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FDA conducted inspection of 1 company in cities located in Platte County in June

By KC Reporter | Jul 4, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Platte County that received an FDA inspection in June, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Jackson County cities: 1 company received an FDA inspection in June

By KC Reporter | Jul 3, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Jackson County that received an FDA inspection in June, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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1 company in a city within Clay County received one inspection in June

By KC Reporter | Jul 2, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Clay County that received an FDA inspection in June, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Newtown man sentenced for fentanyl trafficking and money laundering

By KC Reporter | Jul 2, 2024

A Newtown, Mo., man was sentenced in federal court today for his role in conspiracies to distribute fentanyl in northwest Missouri and to wire the proceeds of drug trafficking to Mexico.

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Governor Parson grants 13 pardons for June

By KC Reporter | Jul 2, 2024

Jefferson City — For the month of June 2024, Governor Mike Parson granted 13 pardons pursuant to Article IV, Section 7 of the Constitution of the State of Missouri. Official documents have been filed with the appropriate government agencies and have been sent to the individuals.

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How many companies in cities in Cass County received FDA inspections in June?

By KC Reporter | Jul 2, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Cass County that received an FDA inspection in June, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Kansas business owner pleads guilty over wiring drug profits

By KC Reporter | Jul 1, 2024

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The owner of an Olathe, Kansas, business pleaded guilty in federal court today to her role in a money-laundering conspiracy to transfer the proceeds of heroin and methamphetamine trafficking to Mexico. A Kansas City, Mo., woman also pleaded guilty to her role in the drug-trafficking conspiracy.

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Governor orders Missouri Capitol dome lighting for Independence Day

By KC Reporter | Jul 1, 2024

Jefferson City — Governor Mike Parson has ordered the Missouri State Capitol dome to shine red, white, and blue on the evening of July 4, 2024, in celebration of Independence Day.