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 - Check37 days agoChange DetectedAdded: announcement of Douglas Brinkley as Interim Police Chief with start date Sept. 29, 2025; dated Sept 23, 2025; categorized under Official Statements, Personnel. Removed: earlier opioid awareness events and related public health announcements (Free Narcan trainings, three event education efforts, first event date Aug. 20, 2025) and related categories.SummaryDifference94%

 - Check52 days agoChange DetectedThe page now foregrounds local mental health resources and National 988 Day content for Independence, replacing the previous flood-recovery event notice and MARC details with time-sensitive public health information dated Sep 08, 2025.SummaryDifference97%

 - Check59 days agoChange DetectedCharlotte Olejko has been honored with the 2025 Susan Paxton Block Award for Distinguished Public Service, while the announcement regarding Allison Calvin as the Executive Director for Visit Independence has been removed.SummaryDifference99%

 - Check80 days agoChange DetectedThe City of Independence has experienced significant leadership changes with the resignation of Police Chief Adam Dustman and City Manager Zach Walker, who will be moving to a new role in Bloomington, Minnesota. Additionally, the city is organizing community events focused on opioid awareness and prevention.SummaryDifference100%

 - Check95 days agoChange DetectedThe web page now includes information about flood recovery resources available to residents affected by recent flooding, along with details about a specific event at the Fairmount Community Center. Additionally, previous announcements regarding activities at the Palmer Center in June 2025 have been removed.SummaryDifference100%

 - Check102 days agoChange DetectedVisit Independence has appointed Allison Calvin as its first Executive Director, marking a significant leadership change for the organization. Additionally, the City of Independence is launching its first Citizens Academy in years, with applications open until August 1, 2025.SummaryDifference100%

 
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