Eric Marshall Retires as Excelsior Springs AD, Doug Baker Named Successor
A new chapter is beginning for Excelsior Springs High School athletics and activities. As longtime Activities Director Eric Marshall prepares to retire, his successor, Doug ...
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Excelsior Springs will Join Midland Empire Conference 2026-27
After just three years in the Suburban Conference, Excelsior Springs is making another major move in high school athletics. The school board voted 5-1 on ...
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These Girls are on Fire: The Women of the Excelsior Springs Fire Department are Blazing a Trail
In Excelsior Springs, when the fire alarm sounds, it’s not just men answering the call. At the Excelsior Springs Fire Department (ESFD), women make up ...
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Honoring Gage Howard: A Mother’s Mission to Turn Grief into Giving
On what would have been Gage Howard’s 24th birthday, his mother, Jenny Howard, spent the day not in sorrow, but in service.
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Police Identify Calen D. Hollis as Driver in High-Flying Crash Into Veterans Hall
Authorities have identified Calen D. Hollis, a registered sex offender from Kansas, as the driver in the high-speed crash that sent a vehicle flying off ...
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New Details: Fleeing Driver in High-Speed Crash Was a Sex Offender With Two Underage Girls
Authorities have confirmed that the driver involved in the shocking crash at the Clay-Ray Veterans Association early Saturday morning is a Kansas-registered sex offender who ...
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Mary and John Shepherd: A Lifetime of Love and Community
Love at first sight may sound like a fairy tale, but for Mary and John Shepherd, it was the start of a lifetime filled with ...
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Vehicle Goes Airborne From Wildwood, Lands Inside Veterans Association
A vehicle speeding through Excelsior Springs in the early hours of February 15 took flight off Linwood Avenue, soaring over a St. Louis Ave. and ...
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Excelsior Springs News Headlines – February 16, 2025
Here are some news headlines that you may have missed, collected and collated from a variety of news sources, all pertaining to Excelsior Springs.
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Eric Marshall Retires as Excelsior Springs AD, Doug Baker Named Successor
A new chapter is beginning for Excelsior Springs High School athletics and activities. As longtime Activities Director Eric Marshall prepares to retire, his successor, Doug ...
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Excelsior Springs will Join Midland Empire Conference 2026-27
After just three years in the Suburban Conference, Excelsior Springs is making another major move in high school athletics. The school board voted 5-1 on ...
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School Board Finalizes Conference Switch, Greenlights Firefighter Equipment Grant, and Outlines Board Vacancy Plan
The Excelsior Springs School Board approved major changes for the district during its Feb. 11 meeting, including a shift to the Midland Empire Conference for ...
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These Girls are on Fire: The Women of the Excelsior Springs Fire Department are Blazing a Trail
In Excelsior Springs, when the fire alarm sounds, it’s not just men answering the call. At the Excelsior Springs Fire Department (ESFD), women make up ...
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Honoring Gage Howard: A Mother’s Mission to Turn Grief into Giving
On what would have been Gage Howard’s 24th birthday, his mother, Jenny Howard, spent the day not in sorrow, but in service.
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Excelsior Springs Seeks Public Input on Comprehensive Plan
UPDATE: With the upcoming weather and cold temperatures, the planning team and city staff have decided to postpone the two-day planning charrette and public open ...
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Police Identify Calen D. Hollis as Driver in High-Flying Crash Into Veterans Hall
Authorities have identified Calen D. Hollis, a registered sex offender from Kansas, as the driver in the high-speed crash that sent a vehicle flying off ...
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Clay County Environmental Health Program Achieves National Recognition for Food Safety Standards
LIBERTY, Mo. – The Clay County Public Health Center (CCPHC) has been recognized by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) as one of only ...
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Makers and Masters: The Hauntingly Beautiful Art of Megan Downs
What began as a way to stay grounded during one of life’s most difficult moments has become a deeply personal artistic journey for Megan Downs. ...
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Citizen Pet of the Week: Loki
Meet Loki, a ten-month-old Sharpei/Pitbull mix who’s as friendly as they come! Whether he’s showing off his tricks, making friends at Century Bark Dog Park, ...
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Excelsior Springs Weekly Horoscopes – February 17-23, 2025
Excelsior Springs is bursting with book studies, wine tastings, dance workshops, and creative moments this week!
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Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, & Sheriff’s Reports for February 16, 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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New Details: Fleeing Driver in High-Speed Crash Was a Sex Offender With Two Underage Girls
Authorities have confirmed that the driver involved in the shocking crash at the Clay-Ray Veterans Association early Saturday morning is a Kansas-registered sex offender who ...
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Mary and John Shepherd: A Lifetime of Love and Community
Love at first sight may sound like a fairy tale, but for Mary and John Shepherd, it was the start of a lifetime filled with ...
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Vehicle Goes Airborne From Wildwood, Lands Inside Veterans Association
A vehicle speeding through Excelsior Springs in the early hours of February 15 took flight off Linwood Avenue, soaring over a St. Louis Ave. and ...
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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series Showcases Rural Missouri Collaboration
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO – A new webinar series launching in 2025 aims to highlight the power of collaboration in rural Missouri communities. The CEC Monthly ...
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Thrive Excelsior Opens Applications for Daytime Citizens Leadership Academy
Excelsior Springs residents eager to develop their leadership skills and gain a deeper understanding of community development now have a unique opportunity to participate in ...
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Excelsior Springs Farmers Market Expands with New Evening Market Location and Community Partnerships
Excelsior Springs Farmers Market is gearing up for another season, welcoming vendors, sponsors, and shoppers with exciting new offerings. This year, the market is expanding ...
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Excelsior Springs SAFE to Host Strengthening Families Class for Parents and Youth
For Parents and Youth 10-14, a seven-week session designed to help parents and children build stronger family bonds through effective communication and relationship-building strategies.
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Excelsior Springs Weekly Horoscopes – February 10-16, 2025
Whether you’re looking for a bit of fun guidance on love, work, or personal adventures, our horoscopes are here to entertain!
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Galentine’s Day Event Downtown, Feb. 13!
Gather your girlfriends and head downtown for a night of fun, shopping, and specials in honor of Galentine’s Day! On February 13, participating businesses will ...
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Excelsior Springs Federal Workers Face Uncertainty as Layoffs Loom
Federal workers in Excelsior Springs face tough choices as the Trump administration rolls out workforce cuts. A new policy is forcing employees to return to ...
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Citizen Pet of the Week: Phoebe
In a town full of friendly faces, one little pup stands out with an even bigger heart. Meet Phoebe, a spirited 1.5-year-old dachshund who has ...
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