INDEPENDENCE, Mo. — Independence is a town rich with history — and voters are going to be asked to preserve some of it in next week’s municipal election. Residents will see three bond ...

The question needed 57% of the yes vote to pass, which it did not. “This is a historic moment for Independence – and we know history,” City Manager Zach Walker said.

Shopping and dining options abound around Independence Square. Independence Square is a great place to start your day due to its historic, small-town feel and selection of locally-owned restaurants.

Question 3, a $12 million bond aimed at improving three historic park sites and the Independence athletic complex, received 55.4% support, falling short of the required threshold.

Community News Independence acquires historic Bramley House for preservation Updated: Jul. 28, 2025, 2:07 p.m. | Published: Jul. 27, 2025, 6:48 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE, Mo. — History is on the move and it means there will be changes in Independence. The National Frontier Trails Museum is packing up and will close to the public on July 1.

If you have a story idea to share, send an email to Claire at [email protected]. — After a pause, the city of Independence has restarted efforts to restore the historic Truman train depot.