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Jackson County prosecutor won't pursue Mohler case - Blue Springs Examiner
A person close to the case told The AP on condition of anonymity that one of the accusers admitted in a recent sworn deposition that he had no memory of any of the alleged abuses. Campbell declined to confirm that statement or whether it contributed to ...
Martin: Struggling families can't afford Christmas - Blue Springs Examiner
This woman Melodie is talking about, who asked that her name not be used, found out recently that a lot of people who have jobs are still having to put out their hands for help. Standing in the food line at the Salvation Army in Independence, ...
Riley: Whom do you trust? - Blue Springs Examiner
By Andre Riley A source close to the situation but not authorized to speak to the media recently told this writer that the credibility of mainstream journalism is repeatedly undermined by the prevailing use of unidentified sources. ...
WWII-era aircraft dreams take flight - Blue Springs Examiner
Nearby, another North Kansas City resident who asked not to be named because he was taking an “extended lunch,” hooked his fingers on the fence and leaned into it. Like a small boy who can't get in to the ballgame. “I still have goose bumps,” he said. ...
Royals Hall of Famer Splittorff admitted to hospital for cancer - Blue Springs Examiner
“It's a tough situation for Paul and his family,” said a source close to Splittorff late Monday afternoon. “I've heard Paul's condition is not very good.” Through a press release from the Kansas City Royals, the family has requested privacy during this ...
Just Say Know: Living with an unknown parental nightmare - Blue Springs Examiner
Although the coach asked to remain anonymous, here are some words that come straight from the heart. – Bill Althaus Parenting can be such a rewarding and joyful experience. Most of the time, we relish the time we spend with our kids as they grow up. ...
Murder changes filed in shooting - Blue Springs Examiner
A neighbor of the Womacks, who asked not to be named, said there had been ongoing problems at the house. “It was on and off,” he said, declining further ...
Boy shooter could be tried as adult - Blue Springs Examiner
The woman did not want to be identified. The father occasionally used methamphetamine and was an alcoholic, she said. “He would beat up that 11-year-old boy ...
Neighbors, friends shocked by homicide - Blue Springs Examiner
Crowl worked in the records department for about 30 years, according to a good friend and neighbor who did not want to be identified. ...