Mt. Washington neighbors discuss using former school grounds

The new Mt. Washington senior development project is looking to provide an acre of land for development as a community area for the former school located in northwest Independence.

Caring Communities to raise money for Ronald McDonald House Charities

Bryant and Procter Caring Communities raise money for Ronald McDonald House Charities by collecting pop-tabs from December 2 - December 20.

Teen F.A.S.T. graduates eight families from Van Horn

Students and parents at Van Horn High School participate to complete the eight week Teen F.A.S.T. program.

Independence students participate in first combined service projects

Students from all three Independence highs school serve The Groves Senior Living Center on October 25 for first combined community project.

31 schools celebrate Lights On Afterschool this Year

31 schools in the seven LINC school districts participated in Lights On Afterschool this year.

Area schools celebrate with Lights On Afterschool

Area schools celebrate Lights On Afterschool with an evening of programs for students and parents the second week of October.

Fort Osage food pantry Harvester partnership distribute over 45,000 meals in 2013

LINC-supported food pantry efforts in the Fort Osage area have received 37,453 visits since January 2005. The efforts involve multiple locations and partners.

The LINC Fort Osage Emergency Food Pantry, located at Cler-Mont Elementary School, provides area families with bread, fresh vegetables, dairy and other items offered through a partnership with Harvesters. Read More ...

Project Shine events bring the community together

Hickman Mills and Independence schools to participate in Project Shine on July 13.

6th Annual Project Shine Independence on July 13th

Volunteers needed for 6th Annual Project Shine Independence School District on July 13.

Shout Out Independence draws over 500 residents

Shout Out Independence draws over 500 people for an evening of free family entertainment while connecting residents to local resources and organizations.

Chrisman ACE Club recognized for community service

The William Chrisman ACE Club was recognized recently for its community service and volunteerism and immediately gave its $125 award to the families hurt by the tornado in Moore, OK.

SHOUT Out for Independence

Independence will celebrate community pride - honoring its past and its future - through a soon to be launched campaign Shout Out Independence: A Celebration of Our Community.

Cinco De Mayo - Photos & Video

We would to thank the community for coming out to the Cinco De Mayo Celebration at McCoy Park in Independence. Over 500 people attended the free event.

Independence to celebrate Cinco de Mayo

Independence will hold a community Cinco de Mayo celebration on Sunday, May 5th from 1-4 pm at McCoy Park. Those who attend will be able to enjoy fun family activities, free food, and live entertainment.