Lee's Summit, MO news on Wednesday, October 28, 2026
In Lee's Summit, MO on Wednesday, October 28, 2026: Jackson County measles cases rise as Wisconsin outbreak spreads. Also: Helix Electric to build $45.3 million facility in Jackson County, creating 160 jobs; Pink Bag Project provides period products for young girls throughout Jackson County. Weather: Partly cloudy today with highs near 78°F, winds up to 18 mph, and just a trace of rain.
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- Measles cases confirmed in Jackson County; ninth Wisconsin county affected this year.WLUK · · Around
- Helix Electric to build $45.3 million facility in Jackson County, creating 160 jobs.WAFF · · Around
- Pink Bag Project provides period products for young girls throughout Jackson County.KSHB 41 Kansas City · · Around
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- Jackson County seeking $100,000 more funding for pothole repairs before winter.MLive.com · · Around
Food & drink
- Chop More opens Kansas City location offering cost-plus grocery pricing for shoppers.KSHB 41 Kansas City · · Around
Community & volunteering
- Jackson County Sheriff's Department hosting Cram the Cruiser food drive this week.WXXV News 25 · · Around
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