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Citizens Academy Applications Due September 15

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 · Independence, MO

Applications for the Independence Citizens Academy are due Tuesday, September 15, 2026. The eight-week program begins September 29 at 6 p.m. and meets weekly on Tuesdays, with locations varying by session. The academy is limited to 25 participants and is open to Independence residents age 18 or older who pass a soft background check and can attend at least six of the eight meetings. The program offers an overview of city departments and how local services operate.

This local community update for Independence, MO is scheduled for Tuesday, September 15, 2026. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Independence, MO area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in Independence, MO

Explore September 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in Independence, MO.

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Independence Hosts 25th Anniversary Memorial

Independence will mark the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, with a daylong memorial at Independence Uptown Market, 211 W Truman Road, on Friday, September 11. The site will have memorial displays, family activiti...

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Drop-Off Depot Opens September 12

Independence residents can use the Drop-Off Depot and Limb Drop-Off at 875 Vista Avenue on Saturday, September 12, beginning at 8 a.m. The service accepts residential waste, not commercial waste, and residents must brin...

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Board of Adjustment Meeting Canceled

The City of Independence lists the Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Thursday, September 17, at Independence Municipal Commons as canceled. Residents who planned to attend should not travel to the list...

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Show Me 250 Flower Pot Event

The Show Me 250 celebration continues Saturday, September 19, at Bingham-Waggoner Mansion and Estate, 313 W Pacific Ave. Beginning at 10 a.m., visitors of all ages can decorate a clay pot with a patriotic design. The ac...

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Staywell Committee Meets September 22

The City of Independence lists a Staywell Committee meeting for 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 22, at Independence Municipal Commons, 20201 E Jackson Drive. The meeting is included on the city's public meetings calendar as a...

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Neon Nature Walk Returns September 25

The Neon Nature Walk is scheduled for 8 to 9 p.m. Friday, September 25, at George Owens Nature Park, 1601 Speck Road. Participants will use provided ultraviolet flashlights to look for glowing natural features, includin...

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Skateboard Competition Welcomes All Ages

The 12th Annual Cultural and Heritage Skateboard Competition will be held Saturday, September 26, at Hill Park, 2201 S Maywood Ave. Registration runs from 10 a.m. to noon, followed by competition from noon to 2 p.m. The...

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Planning Commission Meets September 29

The Independence Planning Commission will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, September 29, at Independence Municipal Commons, 20201 E Jackson Drive. The commission reviews development plans, subdivision plats, zoning matters, and...

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When is Citizens Academy Applications Due September 15?

Citizens Academy Applications Due September 15 is listed for Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

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