Archives
Welcome to the Excelsior Citizen’s Archives Page, where the stories of our community live on, waiting to be explored. Step into a treasure trove of stories that capture the essence and history of our vibrant rural community. Here, we have meticulously curated an extensive collection of articles, features, and news pieces that chronicle the rich tapestry of Excelsior. From heartwarming human interest pieces to important local news, we have organized our archives to ensure that every story is readily available at your fingertips, enjoy!
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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Excelsior Springs Hospital to End Home Health and Hospice Services
In a decision hospital officials call “heartbreaking but necessary,” Excelsior Springs Hospital will be closing its Home Health and Hospice services by the end of ...
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Excelsior Springs School District Reinstates Northland CAPS After Public Outcry
Excelsior Springs School District leaders assured the public that Northland CAPS had never been cut—yet emails tell a different story. After a wave of student ...
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Blood, Sweat, and Glory: ESHS Women’s Wrestling Team on the Rise
Despite a young roster, the Excelsior Springs High School Women’s Wrestling team fought their way to a top-seven finish at a major tournament, earned multiple ...
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Excelsior Springs High School Launches Key Club, Empowering Students Through Service
Excelsior Springs High School has officially chartered its first-ever Key Club, giving students a new opportunity to develop leadership skills while serving their school and ...
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Road Rage Incident Ends in Stabbing at Excelsior Springs Price Chopper
What started as a tense exchange on the road spiraled into violence in an Excelsior Springs parking lot last Tuesday morning, as a confrontation between ...
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