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No one shows for sign code hearing

The Smithville Planning Commission had a public hearing Thursday, July 2, about the...

Governor signs license bureau reform bill

Gov. Jay Nixon on Wednesday, July 1, signed into law bills that ensure an open and...

Fourth of July events planned

From fireworks at the lake to a children’s parade to a barbecue fundraiser, the...

Fun, Christianity travel to homes

Fourteen children used papier-mâché, pipe cleaners, lollipops and stickers with...

Excessive heat deadly for pets

Some pets are more vulnerable to heatstroke, or hyperthermia, than humans. People...

Fire district to receive $6,670 grant

Woman fights for those with disabilities

Northland service family receives strong support

Keeping old electronics out of landfills

Water Patrol checkpoints stop 343 boats

Pets and fireworks don’t mix

Highway 92 to close east of Smithville

Governor signs Invest In Missouri legislation

KCI Airport traffic decreases

Be careful with holiday celebrations

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Summer school

Local league provides Northland hoop programs with building blocks for the regular...

It's probably a good thing we didn't try the pole vault

It's probably a good thing we didn't try the pole vault

A man is only as good as his word, and I made Kymie Roland a promise. While gingerly...

A seasoned approach

Jones likes progress he's seen this summer It was a question that remained unanswered...

Jones OK with traveling this summer

Chad Jones’ travel itinerary for the remainder of this summer is envious. The...

Hoop coaches on board with MSHSAA mandate

In the latest Missouri State High School Activities Association questionnaire a question...

The sky's the limit

Vaulters march to their own beat

Athletes master sport like no other

Team Missouri exacts revenge

Keeney gets leg up

The beautiful game? Uh, not so much

Warriors earn plenty of respect

BREAKING NEWS: Team Missouri wins Metro Classic

Unable to soar in the Border War

Northland foes band together

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District escapes deep cuts

The Smithville R-II Board of Education passed an annual budget that reflects economy-driven...

Summer school numbers up

The recession has probably helped the Smithville R-II School District summer school...

School employees to receive raises

Smithville R-II School District employees will receive a 2.51 percent pay increase...

Technical university gets new president

The way Tim Gramling sees it, higher education should be profitable for everyone...

Stimulus funding heads to schools

Federal stimulus dollars will benefit the Smithville R-II School District’s special...

Region scores well on children’s report

Caps, gowns, dog biscuits

Sign language degree

Robotics team has ‘phenomenal’ end to season

Sixteen honored from Smithville schools

Expected enrollment increase brings new positions

Board moves forward with sports cuts policy

School district, UMKC to partner

Robotics team eyes world championship

Student enrollment on the increase

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The lasting taste of freedom

What is the price of freedom? Look no further than Iran, where lives have been...

Be safe on the Fourth of July

Happy Fourth of July, everyone. What a great time of year to celebrate with family...

English Honor Society relies on community support

Smithville High School’s National English Honor Society chapter, The Sarah Byrnes...

Reviewing child restraint, seat belt laws

Let me introduce myself. My name is Joanna Mayer. I have been with the Smithville...

Finding a job in a difficult economy

Editor’s note: State Sen. Luann Ridgeway’s “Capitol Report” has been edited...

The wrath of www and Wii

Dad keeps me afloat

Nuclear power should be part of the solution

Nuclear power is a part of the solution

The greatest loss

The fertile mind of Julie Blackwell

Smithville residents can improve community

Graduation is a time for celebration, reflection

Frustrated with a healthy heart

High school grads begin new chapter

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Federal loan to help Ford produce green vehicles at Claycomo plant

Ford Motor Co. is getting a $5.9-million federal loan to help retool its Claycomo...

Smithville cab service up, running

Smithville has a first: its very own taxi service. Smithville Taxi Service has...

Sun News spins new web of coverage

Sun News is using a major makeover on the Internet to make its community coverage...

Vintage market to take over former Disney Store in Zona Rosa

The long vacant Disney Store in Zona Rosa may soon have a new, if not sporadic tenant....

Justus Drug expands

A new place to eat will open this week in Smithville. While this place will have...

New owners re-open two businesses

How to stop struggling for business in this recession

Older worker nominations sought

Music, food heats up at Castaways

Tee time

Trex Mart, custom frame shop open

Education alliance names business all-stars

Kindred Chevrolet in clear — for now

Insurance agent commits to Smithville

New marketing director joins Sun News

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Only fun allowed in yacht club

Shirley and Alan Carver of Smithville were at a crossroads a few years ago. Frustrated,...

A Day at the Lake needs volunteers

A Day at the Lake is planned for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 10, at Crow’s Creek...

A trip back in time

Medieval war staged at Kelsey Short Youth Camp A 15th-century Flemish woman greeted...

IOOF welcomes new members

The Independent Order of Odd Fellows has had a presence in Smithville for more than...

Smithville Lake provides many opportunities for summer fun

The lake and the law

Disc golf lands at Smithville Lake

Safety first in and near water

Fishing fun

National Trail Day celebrated at lake

Festival fun in Smithville

Kids ROCK to hold raffle

Kiwanis sponsor Kids Fishing Derby

Pause to honor

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Tickets on sale soon for Oprah-inspired seminars

O, The Oprah Magazine, will bring its “Live Your Best Life” mission to Kansas...

So you think you can sing

Applications sought for New Musician Showcase The Liberty Performing Arts Theatre...

McCaskill urges last-minute preparations for DTV transition

Only one month before the transition to digital television (DTV) ends, U.S. Sen....

Art Institute inches northward

It’s official: Riverside has an art institute. Located 10 miles north of the iconic...

‘Dialogue in the Dark’ open at Union Station

As a small group of people sit on lighted boxes in an all-black room, the light in...