Stolen Vehicle Pursuit Spans Three Jurisdictions, Ends in Crash and Arrest in Independence
Dominic J. Gleason, 30, of Independence, is facing felony charges after allegedly leading police on a dangerous and lengthy pursuit in a stolen car that ...
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Excelsior Springs Candidate Forum Set for April 2: School Board Candidates Respond to Community Questions
As Excelsior Springs prepares for the upcoming municipal election on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, the Excelsior Citizen, in partnership with the Excelsior Springs Chamber of ...
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Breathing New Life into Rural Healthcare: Dr. Samiran Patel Joins ESH
After more than a decade serving patients across Kansas City, Dr. Samiran Patel has found a new calling in rural medicine—bringing expert pulmonary care to ...
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MoDOT Hosts Forum on Route D and U.S. 69 Intersection Plans
Area residents and officials of Lawson, Missouri, gathered on Thursday evening in an open-house-style forum hosted by the Missouri Department of Transportation Kansas City Division ...
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Letter to the Editor: The “Extras” of Teaching—And Why It’s Getting Harder
A proposed $0.70 levy increase by the Excelsior Springs School Board has sparked concern among residents, with one citizen urging voters to reject what they ...
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Excelsior Springs Launches Comprehensive Plan Public Engagement Opportunities
Excelsior Springs residents are invited to share their vision for the future of the city as part of the ongoing Comprehensive Planning process. The city ...
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‘Paint Your Dot’: Burton Reminds Residents of Their Role in the Bigger Picture
Flamingo Fridays, coffee in the driveway, and a plate of cookies were all part of the conversation as Excelsior Springs welcomed neighboring expert David Burton ...
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Billions at stake in Missouri and Kansas if proposed Medicaid, SNAP cuts move forward
The cuts could lead to nearly 30,000 jobs lost across Missouri and Kansas health care systems and food suppliers, a new study found.
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Stolen Vehicle Pursuit Spans Three Jurisdictions, Ends in Crash and Arrest in Independence
Dominic J. Gleason, 30, of Independence, is facing felony charges after allegedly leading police on a dangerous and lengthy pursuit in a stolen car that ...
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Excelsior Springs Candidate Forum Set for April 2: School Board Candidates Respond to Community Questions
As Excelsior Springs prepares for the upcoming municipal election on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, the Excelsior Citizen, in partnership with the Excelsior Springs Chamber of ...
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Breathing New Life into Rural Healthcare: Dr. Samiran Patel Joins ESH
After more than a decade serving patients across Kansas City, Dr. Samiran Patel has found a new calling in rural medicine—bringing expert pulmonary care to ...
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MoDOT Hosts Forum on Route D and U.S. 69 Intersection Plans
Area residents and officials of Lawson, Missouri, gathered on Thursday evening in an open-house-style forum hosted by the Missouri Department of Transportation Kansas City Division ...
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Letter to the Editor: The “Extras” of Teaching—And Why It’s Getting Harder
A proposed $0.70 levy increase by the Excelsior Springs School Board has sparked concern among residents, with one citizen urging voters to reject what they ...
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Excelsior Springs Launches Comprehensive Plan Public Engagement Opportunities
Excelsior Springs residents are invited to share their vision for the future of the city as part of the ongoing Comprehensive Planning process. The city ...
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‘Paint Your Dot’: Burton Reminds Residents of Their Role in the Bigger Picture
Flamingo Fridays, coffee in the driveway, and a plate of cookies were all part of the conversation as Excelsior Springs welcomed neighboring expert David Burton ...
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Billions at stake in Missouri and Kansas if proposed Medicaid, SNAP cuts move forward
The cuts could lead to nearly 30,000 jobs lost across Missouri and Kansas health care systems and food suppliers, a new study found.
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Excelsior Springs Job Corps Center Showcases Student Success and Community Partnerships at March Meeting
Job Corps Culinary students serve the breakfast they’ve prepared for the meeting. Photo Courtney Cole The Excelsior Springs Job Corps Center hosted its latest Community ...
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Excelsior Springs Weekly Horoscopes – March 31-April 6, 2025
No matter your sign, this week is packed with amazing things to do in Excelsior Springs. So get out there, mingle with your neighbors, and ...
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Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, & Sheriff’s Reports for March 30, 2025
Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay County Sheriff, Ray County Sheriff, and Missouri State Highway Patrol, ...
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Downtown Dreamers: Three Women-Owned Businesses Celebrate Milestone Anniversaries in Excelsior Springs
This past Saturday, March 22, 2025, downtown Excelsior Springs buzzed with joy as three women-owned businesses celebrated milestone anniversaries.
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Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast to Be Held May 1 at The Elms
Community members, city leaders, and local clergy will gather for a morning of unity and reflection at the 2025 Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast, set for Thursday, ...
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Thrive Excelsior Releases Annual Impact Report, Celebrating Community Progress
Thrive Excelsior has released its 2023-24 Annual Impact Report, outlining measurable progress in health, housing, economic vitality, and civic engagement. The report highlights years of ...
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Missouri’s “Neighboring Guru” to Speak at Excelsior Springs Library
Excelsior Springs! Don’t miss David Burton, Missouri’s “Neighboring Guru,” at the Library on March 25 at 7PM. Learn how to build stronger, friendlier neighborhoods from ...
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Excelsior Springs Community Pharmacy is Just What the Doctor Ordered
Tucked just inside Excelsior Springs Hospital, the Community Pharmacy offers more than convenience—it provides personalized, friendly service to the entire community. While many know it ...
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Excelsior Springs Weekly Horoscopes – March 24-30, 2025
No matter your sign, this week is packed with amazing things to do in Excelsior Springs. So get out there, mingle with your neighbors, and ...
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Clay-Ray Veterans Hall Faces More Than $256K in Damages Following February Crash
A car crash in February left the Clay-Ray Veterans Hall with more than just a hole in the roof—it left them with a $256,000 repair ...
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ESMS Teacher Andy Morris Earns State Recognition for Civic Education
When students walk into Andy Morris’s classroom, they know they’re in for more than just a history lesson—they’re stepping into a space where their voices ...
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School Leaders Say Levy Needed to Stay Competitive
Facing growing pressure to retain staff and avoid program cuts, Excelsior Springs school officials are turning to voters this April with a proposal to raise ...
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Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, & Sheriff’s Reports for March 22, 2025
Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay County Sheriff, Ray County Sheriff, and Missouri State Highway Patrol, ...
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Suspect Identified as New Details Emerge in Deadly Ray County Shooting
A suspect has been identified and arrested in connection with a deadly shooting in rural Ray County early Thursday morning. Authorities say Brad Allen Vincent, ...
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Council Meeting Recap: Streetscape Upgrades, Transit Funding, and More
The Excelsior Springs City Council moved forward on several key projects during its latest meeting, approving funding for street improvements, endorsing a resolution to preserve ...
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School Board Axes Assistant Principal Position, Outlines Plan to Fill Vacancy
Recognitions and financial realities took center stage at the March 11 Excelsior Springs School Board meeting, where members honored staff and students while grappling with ...
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