The Jaco Journal

LOCAL

Black Slime Siege: Independence’s New Gooey Menace

Mysterious black slime has begun oozing across Independence streets, coating cars and perplexing citizens—will Mayor Mike Scott’s emergency ‘Goo Summit’ save the day?

By Dorothy "Dot" Kranski 1 month ago

LOCAL

Fireworks House on Fire: A Literal Boom in Independence

When a local retiree’s stash of Fourth-of-July fireworks turned his home into a bonfire, both firefighters and neighborhood gossips raced to the scene.

By Dorothy "Dot" Kranski 1 month ago

BUSINESS

Smalls Burgers Rolls Out “Nano Patties” to Upsize Shareholder Value

In a bold pivot that has investors both scratching and salivating, Smalls Burgers announced a “Nano Patty” pilot program—because nothing says synergy like downsizing your dinner.

By Marcus Wellington III 1 month ago

OPINION

When Data and Ballistics Collide: Jackson County’s Gun Report Hits a Snag

A take on Jackson County’s latest gun-violence study that seems determined to shoot itself in the foot—statistically speaking.

By Phoenix Mitchell 1 month ago

SPORTS

Local Survey Blames Patrick Mahomes for Everything from Tornado Warnings to Burnt Brisket

A tongue-in-cheek Jackson County study finds Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes is being credited (or blamed) for a host of everyday mishaps and miracles. Fans at Sidelines Sports Bar remain undeterred, demanding more of that ‘Mahomes magic.’

By Tank Rodriguez 1 month ago

LOCAL

Autonomous Ice Cream Truck Causes Mayhem on Truman Road: Vanishing Cones and Confused Seniors

A self-driving ice cream truck from Crazy Cone Co. has Independence residents sprinting after runaway treats, prompting Councilmember Jenkins to call an emergency meeting.

By Dorothy "Dot" Kranski 1 month ago

LIFESTYLE

Jackson County’s ‘Park & Om’ Garage Meditations Drive Wellness Off the Road

Jackson County pilots a new ‘Park & Om’ program—meditation pods in parking garages—promising to transform fender-benders into mindful moments.

By Sage Moonwhisper-Chen 1 month ago