Lee's Summit, MO news on Saturday, October 17, 2026

In Lee's Summit, MO on Saturday, October 17, 2026: Lee's Summit fraud case; Jackson County Fair starts Oct. 18. Also: Jackson County Fair runs October 18–26 with rides, exhibits, and food; Lee's Summit man pleads guilty to defrauding investors of $3.8 million in Ponzi scheme. Weather: Saturday stays mostly clear and dry with highs near 57°F and light winds.

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Headlines

Jackson County Fair runs October 18–26 with rides, exhibits, and food.WLOX · Oct 17, 2:21 AM · Around

Safety & emergencies

Lee's Summit man pleads guilty to defrauding investors of $3.8 million in Ponzi scheme.Kansas City Star · Oct 16, 10:58 AM
Bicyclist died in crash with garbage truck in Jackson County area.WILX · Oct 16, 11:04 AM · Around

Culture & arts

Supernatural thriller 'One Eye Open' opens in theaters with Kansas and Missouri talent.KSHB 41 Kansas City · Oct 16, 10:57 PM · Around

Community & volunteering

Winter Wishes organization seeks Jackson County community donations and volunteers.Jackson County Sentinel · Oct 17, 12:00 AM · Around

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