Citizen Spotlight

What started as a last-minute interview has turned into a 19-year career at the Good Samaritan Center for Excelsior Springs, Missouri resident Jennifer Chappel. She was at the right place, at the right time when she took on the job as Case Worker. Hoping for an interview on the last day, the process felt like a “calling” for Chappel.

With approximately 315 antique fans in his home currently, Vaughan collects, restores, and improves vintage and historic fans from all over the country.

The Excelsior Citizen, a hyperlocal online news and community resource, is happy to have three talented teenagers from Excelsior Springs High School on its growing team. Brody Hurla, Kane Marker, and Mackenzie Cole bring a unique blend of skills and enthusiasm to the newsroom, strengthening the Citizen’s commitment to covering Excelsior Springs.

Discover Sam ‘Beaver’ Brown’s inspiring journey from Excelsior Springs to a distinguished coaching career in our feature article. Explore how his childhood, filled with sports and community spirit, shaped his success and learn about his enduring impact on the lives of young athletes.