JACKSON FORD

Apr 05 2026BUSINESS

Young Man Turns Hard Work Into a Job

Jackson Boutilier, once a 16‑year‑old without a home, now runs his own odd‑jobs service. After a rough year that forced him and his family into a shelter, he started doing tasks like stacking firewood, gardening, cleaning garages, and even scrubbing ovens. The work began as a way to earn extra money

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Mar 27 2026BUSINESS

Future plans for the old stadium land

Jackson County is already thinking about what will happen to the big sports area after the Chiefs leave. The team’s lease ends in 2031, and they plan to move across state lines to a new $3 billion stadium in Kansas. The Royals are also moving out of Kauffman Stadium, so the county must decide how to

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Feb 11 2026BUSINESS

Ford Faces Record Loss as Electric Drive Stumbles

Ford’s latest earnings reveal the biggest quarterly hit in four years, with a net loss of $8. 2 billion for 2025 – the worst since the 2008 downturn. The blow comes largely from its electric vehicle (EV) arm, which posted a $4. 8 billion loss this year. Sales of EVs fell sharply after the U. S

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Jan 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

Ford's Big Bet on AI and Self-Driving Cars

Ford, a well-known car company, surprised everyone by showing off some exciting new tech at a big tech event in Las Vegas. They didn't just talk about cars; they shared plans for self-driving technology and AI helpers that could change how we drive and use our vehicles. The star of the show was For

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

Ford's Sales Bounce Back: A Look at the Numbers

Ford has made a comeback in the U. S. market, selling more cars in 2025 than it has in the past few years. With 2. 2 million vehicles sold, it's the best year for Ford since 2019. That's a 6% increase from the year before. Even though it's not as many as they sold in 2019, it's still a big deal. Fo

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Jackson 2026: A Fresh Look at City Council Goals

Jackson's city council members are setting their sights on big changes for 2026. They're zeroing in on three main areas: keeping people safe, tackling neglected properties, and fixing up the city's roads and buildings. But each council member has their own take on what's most urgent, depending on th

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Dec 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Ford's Electric Truck Dream Hits a Roadblock

Ford has decided to stop making the all-electric version of its popular F-150 truck. This move shows that the company is rethinking its plans for electric vehicles (EVs). The F-150 Lightning was supposed to be a big deal, but Ford now wants to focus on other things. Why did Ford change its mind? Ma

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Dec 16 2025BUSINESS

Ford's Big Shift: From EVs to Hybrids and Energy Storage

Ford has decided to change its plans for electric vehicles (EVs). The company is now focusing more on hybrids and energy storage. This change comes after Ford faced big losses in its EV business. The company's EV division, Ford Model e, lost over $12 billion in the last two years. EV sales also drop

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Dec 16 2025BUSINESS

Ford's Electric Dreams Take a Backseat

Ford has decided to slow down its electric vehicle (EV) plans. The company is facing big losses and not enough people are buying EVs. So, Ford is changing its strategy. It will stop making the electric F-150 Lightning truck. Instead, it will make a version with a longer range that uses both electric

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Dec 16 2025BUSINESS

Ford's Big Bet on Gas: A Shift in the Auto Industry

Ford is making a major change in its plans. The company will stop making some electric vehicles (EVs). This includes the electric version of the F-150 Lightning. Instead, Ford will focus more on gas-powered and hybrid cars. They will also hire more workers, even though some jobs will be lost at a ba

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