SUMMARY: The Kansas City area faces heavy, potentially flooding rains through Friday night, with over 4″ possible in some locations, mainly north of the metro. A flood watch is in effect due to abundant atmospheric moisture fueling storms. Rain will taper Saturday, but hot and humid conditions will return with highs near 90° Sunday and mid-90s with heat indices over 105° early next week. Although a brief cooldown to the mid-80s may occur late next week, uncertainty remains about where the heaviest rains will fall. Overall, residents should prepare for significant flooding risks followed by intense heat and humidity.

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SUMMARY: The Missouri Supreme Court ruled 6-1 against stacking local marijuana taxes, allowing only one local government—either city or county—to collect a 3% cannabis tax. This ruling protects marijuana customers from paying an extra $3 million monthly in double taxation. The decision, hailed as a major win by the Missouri Cannabis Trade Association and legal representatives, upholds voter intent and prevents unfair local tax overlaps. Some counties may need to refund the extra collected taxes, though the process is unclear. Despite disappointment from officials like St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann, counties can still tax marijuana in unincorporated or untaxed areas.

Marijuana advocates are celebrating Tuesday’s ruling from the Missouri Supreme Court that prohibits local governments from stacking additional taxes.

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SUMMARY: Dillard’s is opening a new 180,000-square-foot luxury store at Battlefield Mall in Springfield, consolidating its two previous locations. The store, formerly Sears, was completely rebuilt with modern design and technology, offering premium brands tailored to Springfield customers. Dillard’s has operated in the mall since 1970 and aims to provide a unique in-store experience to compete with online shopping. The grand opening includes a premier night on July 25 benefiting Ronald McDonald House of the Ozarks, a soft opening July 26-30, and a ribbon-cutting on July 31. The store reflects the mall’s evolving upscale image and community excitement.

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