Lee’s Summit Ranked Among Most Livable Small Cities in America

Stephani BordnerWhat's Happening

For the second year in a row, Lee’s Summit has been ranked by Smart Asset as one of the Most Livable Small Cities in America. Lee’s Summit ranked 12th in the publication’s comparison of nearly 300 communities across the country. “Of course we know that Lee’s Summit is a great place to live, but having that confirmed by an independent … Read More

LANE4 Joins LSEDC as Investor

Stephani BordnerWhat's Happening

LEE’S SUMMIT, Mo. – LANE4 Property Group has joined the Lee’s Summit Economic Development Council as an investor. The company, which is based in Kansas City, is a commercial real estate broker with a portfolio including retail, mixed-use, office, multi-family, and industrial products. In December 2020, LANE4 acquired the Hartley Building in Downtown Lee’s Summit. “We love the character and … Read More

Saint Luke’s East Launches Virtual Nurse Program, a First for the Health System

Stephani BordnerNew Development

In February, Saint Luke’s East Hospital was the first in the Saint Luke’s Health System to introduce new virtual nurse technology. It is a pilot program that was launched in coordination with the opening of 24 new beds on February 4th and will serve as a model if Saint Luke’s decides to expand the program to other hospitals within the health system.

Lee’s Summit EDC Hosts Housing Panel

Stephani BordnerWhat's Happening

On Wednesday, the Lee’s Summit Economic Development Council (LSEDC) hosted part one of its Developer’s Showcase event, featuring a panel of housing industry experts who discussed the current housing market, as well as the outlook for the next few years.

Summit Christian Academy Celebrates Classroom Addition

Stephani BordnerNew Development

Confetti flew through the air at Summit Christian Academy Monday as school leaders and donors cut the ribbon on the new Goppert Classroom Wing. The 11,000-square-foot wing added nine interactive classrooms to the south side of the secondary building on the 38-acre campus. It also offers additional restrooms and a nurse’s office. At the ribbon cutting ceremony, Head of School … Read More

Lee’s Summit Students Learn About Trade Opportunity

Stephani BordnerWorkforce

In November, a group of students from Lee’s Summit North High School learned how they could make more than $80,000 a year after high school without incurring student loan debt. STL-KC Carpenters Regional Council hosted nearly 20 students to teach them about the union’s apprenticeship program. Tina Chace, the Director of Business Development for the Lee’s Summit Economic Development Council, … Read More