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Medicaid payments for services in the Ambulance and Other Transport Services and Supplies category in Butler jumped 124.9% in 2024, reflecting shifts in service use and payment rates.

There were six companies in cities associated with Cass County that received eight FDA inspections in the first quarter of 2026, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The Food and Drug Administration inspected Harmar Mobility, LLC. in Raymore on Feb. 6 to evaluate device compliance and postmarket assurance, according to information on the FDA’s website.

FDA records show that KC Munchies, LLC in Belton underwent a Feb. 10 inspection focusing on food composition, labeling, and biological hazards.

Harrisonville is holding a scavenger hunt as part of National Historic Preservation Month. Participants can win prizes by exploring local historic sites and submitting their entries before May 29.

Harrisonville has scheduled an emergency brush drop off event for May 1-2 after recent storms. Residents can bring storm debris but must follow guidelines regarding limb size and eligibility.

The Harrisonville Police Department has launched a new online tool called CrimeMapping.com to keep residents updated on neighborhood crime activity. The free service offers interactive maps, reports, charts, and email…

Cleveland Medicaid providers billed $4,064,232 in 2024 for services under the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies category, a 34.7% jump from the prior year.

In 2024, Raymore Medicaid providers submitted $315,729 in claims for services under the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies, a 30.6% increase over the prior year.

In 2024, Butler Medicaid providers billed $80,446 for Procedures / Professional Services, representing a 2.8% uptick compared to the prior year.

In 2024, Harrisonville saw an 11.2% rise in Medicaid payments for the Procedures / Professional Services category, indicating shifts in how care is utilized and reimbursed.

Harrisonville has announced its spring clean up schedule for brush drop off on April 24-25 and city-wide trash collection on May 9. The annual household hazardous waste disposal event will…

Matthew Turner of Harrisonville has been appointed to a national council focused on youth and families. He joins other local leaders in developing programs for communities nationwide.

The City of Harrisonville has hired Integrated Environmental Solutions (IES) to conduct a reconnaissance-level architectural survey as part of an effort to update and expand records on local properties.

Ash Street in Harrisonville will remain closed until June 2026 as part of an ongoing infrastructure project to raise the roadway and improve storm water flow near City Park.

Over the next several years, Harrisonville residents can expect to see crews working in their neighborhoods as two major projects get underway.

Rep. Mark Alford shared updates about recent legislative measures for small businesses and responses to severe weather conditions affecting Missouri’s Fourth District via social media posts dated June 3-4, highlighting…

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Manufacturing employers across South KC News publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the…

The following parishes in the South KC News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

U.S Congressman Mark Alford shared recent updates regarding radio appearances and Medicaid policy clarifications through social media posts dated May 16th.

In recent tweets from May 2025, Rep. Mark Alford extended his gratitude towards law enforcement officers during National Police Week while emphasizing advancements in trade agreements beneficial to American workers.

This former South KC News area high school standout will be in action on Tuesday, May 13.

Rep. Mark Alford shared updates regarding public safety operations led by the DOJ on May 6th and discussed initiatives against foreign influence in education on May 7th.

In recent tweets dated May 3-4, Rep. Mark Alford highlights achievements under Trump’s administration and reflects on Christian values while engaging with his Missouri constituents through references to “Star Wars…