Community
Welcome to the Excelsior Citizen’s Community Page, where the stories that make our community thrive are brought to the forefront. At the heart of our community lies a tapestry of stories that make Excelsior Springs truly special. Our team of dedicated journalists and community contributors work tirelessly to capture the essence of Excelsior Springs, giving voice to the unsung heroes and everyday moments that shape our community. Whether it’s a heartwarming feature about a local volunteer, a spotlight on a community initiative, or a chronicle of a memorable event, the Community Page is where these stories come alive.
Excelsior Springs Showcases Small-Town Innovation as Host of 2025 CEC Conference
Excelsior Springs took center stage last week as host of the 2025 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference, drawing hundreds of entrepreneurs and community leaders from across ...
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Fall Festivals & Halloween Events in the Excelsior Springs Area
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, Mo. (October 2025) — From family-friendly trunk-or-treats to spooky hotel pop-ups and costume contests, the Excelsior Springs area has plenty of fall fun ...
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Hot Meals, Warm Visits: City Pilots Homebound Support for 30 Residents
The Meals and a Visit Program (MVP), launched through the city of Excelsior Springs and the Excelsior Springs Parks, Recreation & Community Center, pairs nutritious ...
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Western Historian Mark Lee Gardner to Speak at Watkins Mill’s “Fall on the Farm”
Saddle up for a showdown with history! Author Mark Lee Gardner rides into Watkins Mill on Oct. 11 to talk Jesse James, Wyatt Earp, and ...
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Volunteers Join Forces to Provide Over 500 Food Kits for Excelsior Springs Students
More than 500 weekend food kits were assembled in under two hours at Excelsior Springs Middle School, thanks to a partnership between the Rotary Club, ...
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Get to Know Rotary: Excelsior Springs’ Service Club Making a Difference
The Excelsior Springs Rotary Club continues to make a meaningful impact across the community with a wide range of service projects this fall. From supporting ...
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Excelsior Springs Police Talk Crime Prevention Through Design
On a rainy Tuesday night, residents gathered at the Community Center to learn from Lt. Ryan Dowdy about keeping homes and businesses safe. Here’s what ...
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Excelsior Springs Night Out Brings Community Together with Trucks, Treats, and Tug-of-War
Public Works took the donut-eating title for the second year in a row, while Mayor Mark Spohn went full ringside announcer mode. Relive the laughs ...
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Scrap the Scripts, Cue the Scriptures: Restoration Church Lands in Downtown Excelsior
A longtime pastor is building a congregation in Excelsior Springs, opening Restoration Church in a remodeled theater space downtown.
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Excelsior Springs Bids Farewell to Summer Music with Jimmy Harris Band
From Lyrics on the Lawn to the Wabash Blues Garden, Excelsior Springs soaked up a season of live music capped off by the Jimmy Harris ...
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Wheels for Whiskers Car Show Raises Funds for Pet Spay and Neuter Program
Engines roared and tails wagged at the first-ever Wheels for Whiskers Car Show in Excelsior Springs. Find out how more than 50 cars helped raise ...
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Young Creators Honored at Cultural Guild Art Show
Young creators filled The Oaks Hotel with fall-themed art, poems, and stories this weekend! See the winners and read how the Excelsior Springs Area Cultural ...
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City Shares More Information on Upcoming Redgate Trash Transition
Say goodbye to the blue carts! Redgate Disposal starts service in Excelsior Springs on Sept. 29. New carts arrive mid-September, and Allied’s last pickups will ...
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Clay County Public Health Center to Host Free Family Festival in North Kansas City
Families across Clay County are invited to Macken Park on Sept. 20 for Family Fun Day, a free event full of games, resources, and healthy ...
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Living History Festival returns to Lathrop for 33rd year
Experience life as it was more than 100 years ago; blacksmiths, butter churning, gold panning and more.
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Jarman Crowned King of the Hill in Thrilling Golf Showdown
A new King has been crowned at Excelsior Springs Golf Course! Find out who claimed the title in this year’s action-packed King of the Hill.
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Food for Fines is Back: MCPL Collects Food Donations, Forgives Fines Through Sept. 14
Mid-Continent Public Library’s Food for Fines program is back through September 14, giving patrons the chance to reduce overdue balances while stocking local food pantries. ...
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Plans Unveiled to Bring the Royal Hotel Back to Life
Garrett Wilson never intended to make a career out of historic buildings. But now, 16 years into the trade, the GKW Restoration CEO is taking ...
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