Explore the Eastern Jackson County
Local history. New discoveries. Community connections.
Discover local events, dining, arts, recreation, and community resources—from Independence and Lee’s Summit to Blue Springs, Grain Valley, and nearby communities.
YOUR CITY. YOUR WAY.
Find Your Connection
Plan an outing, support a local business, follow local sports, or find help close to home. Start with what interests you.
Festivals, live music, performances, neighborhood gatherings, and family activities.
Restaurants, coffee shops, casual bites, and places to meet around the neighborhood.
Museums, galleries, theaters, local creators, and Kansas City stories.
Health & Wellness
Independent shops, neighborhood services, and opportunities to support local.
School and college athletics, youth programs, parks, and ways to stay active.
Health, food assistance, housing, jobs, and support for families, seniors, and veterans.
GET TO KNOW THE NEIGHBORHOODS
Explore a Little Closer
Start with these neighborhoods and districts. Select one to see its introduction.
Independence
Explore local history, dining, shopping, events, and community resources in Independence.
COMMUNITY STARTS CLOSE TO HOME
Live Local. Stay Connected
Find Support Near You
Share a Neighborhood Story
Connect with organizations offering food assistance, healthcare, housing support, employment resources, and family services. Confirm eligibility and availability directly with each provider.
Know a local business, community program, artist, or event that deserves attention? Help your neighbors discover what makes the Urban Core special.
Put Your Neighborhood on Street Sheet
Share an event, recommend a business, or tell us about a resource serving the Urban Core.
STREET SHEET
Community * Culture * Connection
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Two State. One Community