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Baseball Tigers Head to Final Four, Eyeing Championship Title

Last Updated on May 31, 2023 by S Jason Cole All smiles as the Tigers prepare to board the bus to the Final Four! (photos …

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The Battle for Stone Crossing: Neighbors Unite to Strike Down Short-Term Rentals

Last Updated on May 31, 2023 by S Jason Cole Keith Roos speaks out against the allowance of short-term VRBO rentals in the Stone Crossing …

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Lawson Man Dies in Three-Vehicle Crash East of Excelsior Springs

Last Updated on May 30, 2023 by S Jason Cole A fatal crash involving three vehicles occurred on Route M, just north of Clevenger Road …

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Excelsior Springs Pays Tribute to Fallen Heroes in Memorial Day Ceremony

Last Updated on May 30, 2023 by S Jason Cole R.E. Holtz performs a rendition of “Taps” bugle call composed by Union Army Brigadier General …

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Citizen Spotlight: Alice Stowe Turns 102!

Last Updated on May 30, 2023 by S Jason Cole Alice Stowe is still sharp as a tack at the ripe age of 102! (photo …

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Lake Maurer Retreat Center Celebrates 100th Anniversary with Fun-Filled Day!

Last Updated on May 28, 2023 by S Jason Cole Lake Maurer Retreat Center’s Centennial celebration was a resounding success, as the community flocked to …

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Excelsior Springs City Council Recap, May 15, 2023

Last Updated on May 28, 2023 by S Jason Cole https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3IIpxCOrxrA Board Appointments, Work Orders, and Ordinances The Excelsior Springs City Council plays a central …

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School Board Recap May 9, 2023

Last Updated on May 28, 2023 by S Jason Cole https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvlaZcsLvec Classified Employees for the Month of May, 2023 The Excelsior Springs School District proudly …

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Celebrate Kindness with MCPL’s Summer Reading Program!

Last Updated on May 28, 2023 by Excelsior Citizen Summer is just around the corner, and the Mid-Continent Public Library’s Excelsior Springs Branch is gearing …

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Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, and Sheriffs’ Reports for May 26, 2023

Last Updated on May 25, 2023 by S Jason Cole Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay …

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Excelsior Springs Weekly News Headlines – May 8, 2023-May 21, 2023

Last Updated on May 21, 2023 by Excelsior Citizen Here are some news headlines that you may have missed over the past two weeks, collected …

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Wild Bunch Car Show Leaves Attendees Yearning for More

Last Updated on May 21, 2023 by S Jason Cole Wild Bunch Craft Mall in Excelsior Springs became a hub of automotive excitement as it …

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Excelsior Springs High School Senior Awards Ceremony Honors Achievements

Last Updated on May 21, 2023 by S Jason Cole The Excelsior Springs High School Senior Awards Ceremony, held on May 11, 2023, was a …

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Excelsior Springs Farmers Market Returns with Kickoff Event

Last Updated on May 22, 2023 by Excelsior Citizen The much-anticipated kickoff of this season’s Farmers Market will take place on Wednesday, June 7th in …

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Youth Archer Dantin McBee Continues to Shine

Last Updated on May 21, 2023 by S Jason Cole At just 13 years old, Dantin McBee, a talented archer and middle school student, continues …

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Joint Operation in Excelsior Springs Leads to Multiple Arrests

Last Updated on May 21, 2023 by S Jason Cole Excelsior Springs, May 20, 2023 – If you noticed an increase in police activity in …

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Car Accident in Excelsior Springs Sends One to Hospital

Last Updated on May 21, 2023 by Excelsior Citizen The Missouri Highway Patrol is providing the following details regarding a recent traffic incident that occurred …

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Ballet North Presents Spring Festival of Dance at Excelsior Springs Performing Arts Center

Last Updated on May 21, 2023 by Excelsior Citizen Ballet enthusiasts and art aficionados are in for a treat as Ballet North prepares to showcase …

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Lewis Elementary Crossing Guard Receives Touching Surprise

Last Updated on May 21, 2023 by S Jason Cole Lewis Elementary School’s beloved crossing guard, Jim Wesley, was met with a heartwarming surprise on …

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Kids Give Aquatic Center Stamp of Approval

Last Updated on May 21, 2023 by Excelsior Citizen The Excelsior Springs Community Center’s Aquatic Center expansion is making significant strides as it moves closer …

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