NWSL becomes first U.S. pro league to return to action; all players take a knee during national anthem
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Team sports is back with a dramatic opening scene.
Minor League Baseball season officially canceled for first time: ‘These are unprecedented times’
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In an expected move, MLB effectively canceled the 2020 minor league season Tuesday, informing Minor League Baseball they would not send players to their affiliates.
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Burned out headlight? Wichita cops to give free repair vouchers instead of tickets
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Jun. 30--Instead of getting a ticket for a broken or burned-out vehicle light, some Wichita drivers may soon get a voucher for a free repair.
Fireworks, fur and four-legged friends
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The Fourth of July season can be a fun one for humans. It often includes cookouts, pool parties, family celebrations and fireworks. Although fireworks are enjoyable for humans, animals may have a completely different take on them
FARMERS MARKET GETS THE JUICE
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IT'S ELECTRIC — The City of Independence and the Independence Farmers Market would like to give a huge shout out to Lori Stockton Johnson, with Evergy, and Wylie Blann, of Howard's Electric, for hooking up the Farmers Market with electrical service in its new location at 8th and Chestnut streets. The Farmers Market is open every Saturday morning through the summer from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. and offers locally-grown produce, wines, cheeses, baked goods and more. Courtesy Photo
County commission discusses governor's mask requirement
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The face mask debate rages on, even in Montgomery County. The Montgomery County Commission met Wednesday morning in special session to approve a resolution in regard to Gov. Laura Kelly's upcoming executive order, which will require most Kansans in a public space to wear a mask, beginning at 12:01 a.m. July 3. The Commission approved a resolution which recommends following the governor's guidelines, including her orders relating to the wearing of masks. Commissioner Larry McManus began by stating the meeting will be a COVID-19 update, the governor's talk and what the county is recommending.
Where and when you can see fireworks in Indy
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What better way to begin celebrating the 150th anniversary for the City of Independence than with a Fourth of July spectacular sponsored by the city on July 4.