Lee's Summit Town Hall

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...

She suffered the tragedy of a mother's worst fears. But her story doesn't end there. A chance encounter led to a new mission and the act of spreading encouragement and love through the power of words become the rock of her continued healing after the loss of her daughter. This is Karen Houck, of Alyssa's wishes.

Welcome to Lee’s Summit Town Hall and your Monday News Link, brought to you by Budget Blinds of Lee’s Summit. Join Nick Parker and Liesl Hays as they bring you the latest news, events, and updates from Lee's Summit each week. From the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District's call for community input to the heartwarming story of Summit Christian Academy's mission trip, stay informed about the local happe...

Kansas City radio legend Randy Miller joins hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays in the Vault to talk about his career in radio and his current work hosting the Celebrity Salute podcast. In his podcast, Randy is joined by A-list celebrities from around the country who want take a little time not to focus on promoting their projects in Hollywood, but in promoting efforts to celebrate and support the me...

In this week's Lee's Summit Town Hall podcast, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays bring you the latest news and events from the community. They announce Carl Chinnery as the 2023 Citizen of the Year, to be honored at the Truman Heartland Community Foundation's gala. Additionally, they highlight the upcoming 20th-anniversary concert by the Lee’s Summit Symphony and discuss an interview with local ent...

Nick and Liesl invited Jeremy Springer on the show to brag about his new coffee shop, The Fillmore Cafe, in Unity Village. And he did, but as sometimes happens in The Vault, the conversation had a life of its own as Jeremy opened up about entrepreneurism, the things that drive him and his passion for helping his employees and colleagues succeed as well as himself.

Lee’s Summit Town Hall and Monday NewsLink, hosted by Nick Parker and Liesl Hays, provides the latest news and events in the Lee's Summit community. This week's highlights include Lee's Summit Social Services seeking donations for its Back-to-School Store, a temporary closure of a section of Northwest Chipman Road for improvement works, and preparations for the City's upcoming Arts Week celebratio...

With a new school year fast approaching, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays thought it would be a good time to check in on our youth and see what things were on their minds as summer draws to a close. Their two sons, Charles Parker and Ethan Hays, joined them in the vault for a conversation on school, bullies and their expectations and needs when it comes to parents helping them navigate the life of...

Stay Informed with Lee's Summit Town Hall's Monday NewsLink — Sponsored by Budget Blinds of Lee's Summit. Join Hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays for the Latest Updates in Lee's Summit, Including School Registration and a 20th-Anniversary Symphony Concert. Discover Local Events and Activities, Listen on Popular Podcast Platforms or at Link2LeesSummit.com.

🎙️ Lee's Summit Town Hall Podcast Summary: In this week's episode, join hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays as they bring you the latest news and updates from Lee's Summit. Discover the upcoming 20th anniversary gala concert by the Lee's Summit Symphony Orchestra at the renowned Helzberg Hall, delve into an insightful conversation with resident comic Megan Mercer about her journey into comedy, and ex...

Lee's Summit resident Megan Mercer enters The Vault for a conversation with Nick and Liesl about her work as an improv comic — how she got into it, what keeps her going back and her big plans to make Lee's Summit a comedy hub.

Discover the latest news, events, and discussions happening in the vibrant community of Lee's Summit with the Lee's Summit Town Hall podcast. Hosted by Nick Parker and Liesl Hays, this engaging podcast brings you the Monday NewsLink episode, in collaboration with Budget Blinds of Lee's Summit. Stay informed about important updates such as registration for LSR7 Schools, insightful interviews with c...

If you read his columns in Link 2 Lee's Summit you know John Beaudoin to be a passionate follower of local government and one who is never shy about sharing his opinions on the actions of local officials. But sometimes it's easy to overlook his passion for all things Lee's Summit and the people who make up his hometown community.  In this week's episode, Beaudoin drops by The Vault to talk about a...

Join Nick Parker and Liesl Hays on this week's episode of Lee's Summit Town Hall's Monday News Link, presented by Budget Blinds of Lee's Summit. Discover the exciting events and news happening around Lee's Summit. Learn about the annual free fireworks celebration at Legacy Park, hosted by Lee's Summit Parks & Recreation and the City of Lee's Summit. Find out how a Lee's Summit family paid tribute...

This week, hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays wanted to do something a little different and share the voices of another podcast with the Lee's Summit Community. I Can Relate is a podcast featuring local middle and high school students who choose topics they feel are important and in need of conversation. In this episode, which was part of the most recent season, members of the group talk about trans...

Join hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays on the Lee's Summit Town Hall podcast as they dive into the exciting happenings in Lee's Summit. In this Monday NewsLink episode, get the latest news and updates from Lee's Summit with the Monday News Link by Lee's Summit Town Hall. Dive-In Movie Night, Wings 4 Water charity event, Toast To Our Towns gala, and more. Stay informed and engaged in your community.

This week we're talking about one of our favorite local charity events, Wings 4 Water. Chris Turney and Carrie Williams drop by the vault to catch us up on plans for the 2023 event, which is set for Sept. 14 at Paragon Star. The annual cook-off raises funds to provide access to water in under-served portions of the world, as well as support for local food pantries. If you're interested in entering...

Tune in to the Lee's Summit Town Hall podcast, your source for the latest news and conversations from the vibrant community of Lee's Summit, Missouri. Join hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays as they highlight local events, share stories of achievements, and engage in insightful discussions. Stay up to date with the Fourth Fridays Art Walk, remarkable sports achievements like April Phillips' historic...

Welcome to Lee's Summit Town Hall and your Monday News Link, brought to you by Budget Blinds of Lee's Summit. Join hosts Nick Parker and Liesl Hays as they bring you the latest news, events, and achievements from the vibrant community of Lee's Summit. In this episode, we highlight upcoming local events, including Family Fun Night at Summit Waves, Grains & Taps' 10th anniversary "Decades Party," an...

Local business owner Brett Jackson enters the vault to chat about an exciting new event built to encourage and support the next generation of entrepreneurs. The Lake Lotawana Children's Business Fair is set for June 17 at the Foxberry Estates clubhouse in eastern Lee's Summit and will feature opportunities for young makers and aspiring entrepreneurs ages 7-14 to showcase their wares for the both t...