Lee's Summit Town Hall

In the latest installment of the Lee's Summit Town Hall podcast, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays spotlighted the vibrant local businesses by compiling some of their favorite locally sourced holiday gifts to share with you!. Remembering the late Gary Fruits, a beloved figure in the Lee's Summit community, the hosts paid homage to his legacy at the onset of the show. Transitioning into a festive sp...

Join hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays in the latest episode of the Lee's Summit Town Hall podcast as they delve into the festive spirit and ongoing developments in Lee's Summit. This week's episode highlights upcoming holiday events, including the popular '12 ish Bars of Christmas Pub Crawl' benefiting Hope House and various captivating light displays in the area. Additionally, get updates on sign...

In this episode of the Lee's Summit Town Hall podcast, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays are joined by special guest Courtney Laufketter, founder of the annual 12ish Bars of Christmas event set for Dec. 9 in downtown Lee's Summit. While discussing the 10th anniversary of this popular fundraiser, Coutney shares how this event has raised more than $200,000 in its first nine years, supporting thousand...

In this episode of the Lee's Summit Town Hall podcast, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hayes reflect on Liesl's first year co-hosting the show, expressing gratitude and discussing their evolving interview styles while reminiscing about favorite episodes featuring inspiring stories within the Lee's Summit community and anticipation of episodes to come. The conversation turns to the upcoming tree lighti...

In this Monday NewsLink episode of the Lee's Summit Town Hall podcast, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays bring the holiday spirit to the forefront as downtown Lee’s Summit transforms into a winter wonderland with the annual Mayor’s Tree Lighting event. Join the festivities at 6:30 p.m. on SE Main Street, explore captivating window art by LSR7 students, and revel in the extreme holiday ambiance at C...

It wouldn't be fall without the dulcet tones of Ben Rao and Collin Brich singing their song of Chillifest. The 18th annual local chili cook off is set to run from 11-2 this Saturday at Bridge Space in downtown Lee's Summit. Ben and Collin dropped into the vault to chat with host Nick Parker about the event and it's support for three local nonprofits: Lee's Summit VFW Auxiliary 5789, Lee's Summit J...

Tune in to "Lee's Summit Town Hall and your Monday News Link" for a quick weekly update on the latest news, events, and happenings in Lee's Summit. Hosted by Nick Parker and Liesl Hays, this podcast keeps you informed about local developments and highlights exciting events, such as the VFW's Veterans Day Parade and the 18th Annual Chilifest competition. Don't miss out on insightful conversations l...

Megan Mercer returns to The Vault to preview the Lee's Summit Chamber's annual Women in Business event set for next Wednesday. Mercer, an insurance executive and improv comic, will serve as host and emcee for the all day conference and spoke with Lee's Summit Town Hall hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays on the importance of creating a welcome and comforting environment encouraging connections and au...

Discover the latest local news and events in Lee's Summit with the Lee's Summit Town Hall Monday News Link podcast. In the latest episode, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays introduce plans for the annual Veterans Day parade, set to begin at Lee's Summit High School and wind through the downtown district, celebrating and honoring local veterans. Additionally, they highlight the remarkable achievemen...

Nick and Liesl took a little stroll around downtown this morning to welcome a new neighbor (and buy a few things) and to check out the work already beginning to get ready for the 2023 holiday season. This week, we look ahead to some of the things already on the local holiday calendar and a special episode coming soon.

In the latest episode of the Lee's Summit Town Hall podcast's Monday NewsLink, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays keep you in the loop about the upcoming Halloween-themed events in Lee's Summit, including trunk-or-treat activities and a costume party at The Goat Brewing Company. They also share exciting news about the groundbreaking ceremony for the downtown Market Plaza development, featuring a per...

Fair warning, today's episode includes what could be a tough conversation for some, including it seems hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays. But, we promise it's worth listening to and we hope, it provides a service for those who have, or are currently going through, the cancer journey. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and today we welcome Kara Gutierrez, owner of Spot On Beauty, and Karen Rei...

In this episode of Lee's Summit Town Hall Monday NewsLink, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays bring you the latest updates on events and developments in Lee's Summit. Discover the student art exhibition at City Hall, an arts celebration by Lee's Summit Creates, the upcoming Haunted & Historic Spaces tours in downtown Lee's Summit, Paragon Star's Sports Spooktacular event, the groundbreaking for...

She's baaaaaaaaaaaack! Julie Cook, events director, and Jenny Gale, assistant director, from Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street join Nick and Liesl in the vault to chat the annual Haunted and Historic Tours event in downtown. Tickets are available at downtownls.org. DLSMS Board President Courtney Laufketter chimes in with some information on the Boos, Barks & Badges parade coming at the end of...

You ever just see those random people walking around downtown with their yoga mats neatly rolled and tucked under their arms? Yeah, we have as well. Turns out, many of them are part of Megan's Yoga Tribe. This week, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays, invited owner Megan Culbertson to join them in The Vault to tell her story of finding peace in the practice of yoga and then going to on to build a co...

In this episode of Lee's Summit Town Hall, we discuss the exciting introduction of a Bachelor of Science degree in Data Science, upcoming economic development explorations by the City Council, infrastructure project updates, cultural highlights, and a community event you won't want to miss!

Join hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays as they chat with local playwright Ben Martin and actress Janet Shelman on the Lee's Summit Town Hall podcast. They discuss 'A Candle Against the Dark,' a play by Ben Martin that tells the story of Lee's Summit resident Carl Chinnery's family battling polio. Originally an audio drama in 2020, it's now adapted for a live stage performance. All ticket sales proc...

In this Monday NewsLink episode of  the Lee’s Summit Town Hall podcast, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays provide a sneak peek into the upcoming Lee's Summit City Council meeting. Tune in to hear about the critical decisions facing the council regarding the future of economic development and the long-anticipated Downtown Market Plaza project. Plus, get the latest updates on Missouri Governor Mike P...

Get ready for a taste of Munich in Lee's Summit! Join us on "Lee's Summit Town Hall" as we explore the Lee's Summit Chamber's annual Oktoberfest event beginning Friday and running through Sunday in downtown Lee's Summit. Our guests, Rachel Dyer, Krissie Hutchins, and Mindy Hall, share all the highlights, from live music and German food to homebrew contests and craft vendors. This free, family-frie...

In this episode of Lee's Summit Town Hall's "Monday News Link," we bring you the latest updates from the Lee's Summit R-7 School District as it plans to reduce the tax levy in response to an increase in assessed valuation. Get ready to enjoy the autumn spirit with a glimpse into the Lee’s Summit Chamber's annual Oktoberfest, featuring a variety of treats, live music, and more. Plus, learn how the...

Welcome to your Monday NewsLink episode for the week of Sept. 11, 2023. This week, discover how the Lee's Summit R-7 School District actively seeks your input through surveys, shaping the future of education in our community. Plus, explore exciting local events and the Downtown Lee's Summit Farmers Market, all while staying connected with your community through this engaging twice-weekly podcast.

We had planned to feed some colleagues wings and have some fun previewing next week's Wings 4 Water charity event, but real jobs got in the way. This week, Nick and Liesl remind you to take part in next Thursday's event at Paragon Star while also talking about how easy it is to get involved in local charities and find your way to do a little good and create a little change right here in your own b...

In this episode of the Lee's Summit Town Hall podcast, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays bring you the latest updates from Lee's Summit, Missouri. Discover the changing leadership landscape at Lee's Summit Social Services as executive director Matt Sanning steps down, and learn about the completion of extensive renovations at Lee's Summit High School, marking its 150th anniversary. Plus, hear about...

15 years ago (well in two months), Candace Jennings told her dad she'd like to take over the Whistle Stop Coffee & Mercantile business in downtown. Some members of the family were selling the business, and something told Candace she needed to take it on for herself. And now, the business is a thriving piece of the downtown Lee's Summit landscape, and this month celebrated its 30th anniversary....

Welcome to your Monday NewsLink for the week of August 28, 2023. In today's episode of the Lee’s Summit Town Hall podcast, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays bring you the latest local updates. Cameron’s Home Furnishings, a downtown retail fixture, is set to close its doors, marking the end of an era. Meanwhile, Lee’s Summit High School's construction projects near completion, and the podcast also d...