Senator John McCain named 2019 Harry S Truman Public Service Award Recipient
Senator John McCain named 2019 Harry S Truman Public Service Award Recipient INDEPENDENCE, Mo. – The Independence Harry S. Truman Award Commission has chosen Sen. John McCain as the 2019 Harry S. Truman Public Service Award recipient. A family member will accept the posthumous award on his behalf. The award, established in 1974 by the City of Independence, is presented annually to an outstanding American citizen who best typifies and possesses the qualities of dedication, industry, ability, honesty and
St. Mary’s Medical Centers Introduces New Chief Executive Officer, Drew Grossman
St. Mary’s Medical Centers Introduces New Chief Executive Officer, Drew Grossman Blue Springs, MO (April 17, 2019) – St. Mary’s Medical Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Drew Grossman as Chief Executive Officer. Drew fills the position that was left vacant by the previous Chief Executive Officer, Deb Ohnoutka, last June. Steve Wilkinson, who was serving as the Interim Chief Executive officer, steps back into his role as Regional Chief Executive Officer. Drew brings with him a strong
Independence School District College and Career Fair
On behalf of the planning committee for the Independence School District College and Career Fair, it is my pleasure to cordially invite you to our 1st annual College and Career fair on Monday, May 20, from 7:30-12:30 p.m. at William Chrisman High School. This event will host numerous employers/agencies to promote their summer jobs, internships, career opportunities and college programs to our students in a variety of fields. We are thrilled to share that registration is now open for this event. This is
CAPA promotes Child Abuse Prevention Month in April
CAPA promotes Child Abuse Prevention Month in April CAPA promotes Child Abuse Prevention Month in April INDEPENDENCE, MO - All children deserve to be safe, yet millions of children experience the trauma of child abuse and neglect each year. In Missouri alone, the Missouri Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline received over 68,000 reported incidents of child abuse in FY2017. As a community, individuals, businesses, civic groups and government can work together to build strong families and ensure the safety of
