Science returns to Dark Ages
Finding answers is the mission of science. Stripping science of its ability to find the answers to aid humanity and seek answers to the most universal questions is archaic and an archaic way of thinking.
June 2025
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Former Blue Jay athletes compete at the next level
There is no shortage of athletes from Liberty High School who are contributing at the next level.
Peaceful protests prove false Kehoe’s claim of ‘civil unrest’
“No Kings Day of Defiance” rallies took place in about 30 Missouri cities and towns on June 14 as thousands of people peacefully protested the increasingly authoritarian actions of President Donald Trump’s administration.
Smithville district approves 1st contract for bond work
SMITHVILLE — The Smithville Board of Education approved a contract with Mammoth Sports Construction as the preferred vendor for the design and installation of synthetic playground turf at Eagle Heights, Maple and Horizon elementary schools.
Creative Culture opens in Liberty
LIBERTY — Creative Culture Liberty, 34 S. Main St., opened June 7. For owner and founder Dell Ann Upp, the Liberty location joins two other Creative Culture locations as well as her Makery Market.
Fireworks display for July 19 denied by Smithville Board of Aldermen
SMITHVILLE — The Smithville Board of Aldermen voted against an individual fireworks display requested for July 19.
Book Nook in Kearney now open
KEARNEY — Miranda Pierce opened The Book Nook, 101 E. Main St., in mid-May.
Former student makes threats against William Jewell College, caught near Sedalia
LIBERTY — After a two-day search, a former William Jewell College student who made threats against students and staff is now in custody.
Gladstone Theatre in the Park presents ‘Annie’
GLADSTONE — The musical “Annie” opened on Broadway in 1977 and has toured many times. The show has been performed in schools and community groups. This summer, it’s going to be on the Gladstone Amphitheater as the first summer show for Gladstone Theatre in the Park.
Examiner/Courier-Tribune Male Athlete of the Year: Jake Kruse
After a full school year of an Athlete of the Week contest followed by another two weeks of voting by fans and the public, the Male of the Athlete of the Year has been decided.