Here are some news headlines that you may have missed over the past month, collected and collated from a variety of news sources, all pertaining to Excelsior Springs.
City
Powering Down: Wyman School ‘Power Plant’ Demolished – Excelsior Citizen
The Wyman School building, located at 108 Dunbar Ave., has sat vacant and deteriorating for nearly 30 years under the possession…
Wyman Power Plant Demolished – Excelsior Springs Standard
Dehn Demolition razed the Wyman power plant early this week and cleanup is underway. On June 6, the City Council approved Dehn’s $24,400 bid to level the plant, located in the 100 block of Dunbar sitting southwest of the Wyman School.
City Officials Agree to Study Lime Disposal Options – Excelsior Springs Standard
Excelsior Springs is examining how it should dispose of lime from its water treatment plant. Per approval by the City Council June 21 at the Hall of Waters, the city has hired Lamp Rynearson to conduct a best professional judgment (BPJ) analysis regarding the issue.
Thrive Excelsior promotes curb appeal with contest – Excelsior Springs Standard
Do you spend more time in your yard than in your house? Do you have a passion for landscaping and take pride in your home’s outward appearance? If so, then chances are, Thrive Excelsior will celebrate your work and give you a $25 gift card. It’s an online contest giving away monthly “Curb Appeal Awards” to local residents.
Webinar explores proposed recreational marijuana amendment – Excelsior Springs Standard
It’s appearing Missouri voters will get to decide in November whether it’s time to legalize recreational marijuana. As the Missouri Independent and other sources have reported, Legal Missouri 2022 submitted roughly 400,000 signatures in May to the Secretary of State’s Office to get the issue placed on the ballot.
City of ES dissolves Vintage TIF – Excelsior Springs Standard
Excelsior Springs has dissolved its Vintage Plaza II tax increment financing (TIF) plan. As recommended by Melinda Mehaffy, city economic development director, the City Council approved the closure June 21 at the Hall of Waters.
Public Safety
Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, and Sheriffs’ reports for July 6, 2022 – Excelsior Citizen
Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay County Sheriff, Ray County Sheriff,…
Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, and Sheriffs’ reports for July 13, 2022 – Excelsior Citizen
Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay County Sheriff, Ray County Sheriff,…
Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, and Sheriffs’ reports for July 20, 2022 – Excelsior Citizen
Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay County Sheriff, Ray County Sheriff,…
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Launched – Excelsior Citizen
On Saturday, the United States transitioned to from a 10-digit National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to 988 – an easy-to-remember three-digit number…
Suspects in Botched Trailer Heist Still at Large – Excelsior Citizen
At 9:02 AM Clay County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to Mo. Highway 33 and NE…
Excelsior Springs Police Department Cleared of Wrongdoing in Detainee’s Death – Excelsior Citizen
According to a press release issued this afternoon, the Clay County Investigative Squad has concluded its investigation into the May…
Troopers Arrest Two on Warrants – KCHI Radio
He was processed and released. In Caldwell County at about 9:20 pm, Troopers arrested 24-year-old Austin L Brechcill of Excelsior Springs. The arrest …
Family of man who died in Missouri jail doubts investigation – The Kansas City Star
Authorities say Benjamin Chase, 21, died in a jail cell at the Excelsior Springs police station on May 8 of a drug overdose.
Excelsior Springs man transported to hospital after being ejected from bike – KTTN
An Excelsior Springs resident was hurt when the motorcycle he was operating went off a road at a curve southeast of Excelsior Springs.
Sports
Reynolds continues softball career, signs with NCMC – Excelsior Springs Standard
Excelsior Springs’ softball program has sent another student-athlete from high school to the collegiate ranks. Ariana Reynolds, who graduated in May, recently signed her letter of intent to play at North Central Missouri College in Trenton.
Dillman an all-stater again – Excelsior Springs Standard
Lucas Dillman repeated himself. An all-state selection in 2021, Dillman received the honor again in 2022.
Tigers receive state district, conference accolades – Excelsior Springs Standard
Excelsior Springs’ Class 4 state quarterfinal run in baseball produced two all-state honors: one for Lucas Dillman, one for Brendan Blackburn. The honors were among a plethora of awards the Tigers received.
In Pictures: Chip Shots and Chipping In – Excelsior Springs Standard
Once again, the Gregg Williams Foundation raised tens of thousands of dollars to help Excelsior Springs youth. As has been the case for the past few decades, the foundation did so with its annual auction and golf tournament.
Blackburn receives all-state recognition – Excelsior Springs Standard
Brendan Blackburn’s midseason surge drew attention from the Missouri High School Baseball Coaches Association. Impressed with Blackburn’s play, the association made him a Class 4 all-state selection.
Williams headed back to the sidelines – Excelsior Springs Standard
Gregg Williams is coaching football again. Or soon will be.
School
Rockin’ Tiger Club Announces New Location and Leadership – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs School District announced that beginning August 1, 2022, Rockin’ Tiger Club (RTC) will be located at the Early…
Wenz, Turner Represent Excelsior Springs at Missouri Scholars Academy – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs High School Juniors, Caroline Wenz and Levi Turner were among an exclusive group of just 300 students selected
Excelsior Springs School Board Recap July 11, 2022 – Excelsior Citizen
A summary of the Excelsior Springs Board of Education meeting from July 11, 2022, as distributed by Excelsior Springs School…
Early Childhood Center benefits from Regional Conscious Discipline Training at Elms Hotel – Excelsior Citizen
The Family Conservancy hosted a two-day Conscious Discipline training, primarily focused on the introduction to Conscious Discipline…
Grand Jury Issues “No True” Decision in Cornerstone Elementary Abuse Case – Excelsior Citizen
Officials from the Clay County Prosecutor’s Office released news today saying a Clay County grand jury has determined no charges…
No charges after abuse claims at Excelsior Springs school – FOX 4 Kansas City WDAF-TV
A Clay County grand jury determined there is not enough evidence to charge an Excelsior Springs teacher over claims of abuse.
Excelsior Springs Elementary Teacher Will Not Face Assault Charges – KMBC
A Clay County, Missouri Grand Jury has ruled that no probable cause exists to file charges against an Excelsior Springs …
Grand Jury: No probably cause for abuse charges to be filed against Excelsior Springs teacher – KCTV5
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – A grand jury found there is no probable cause for charges of abuse against an Excelsior Springs elementary school …
Clay County Grand Jury Declines to Charge Excelsior Springs Teacher – KSHB
A Clay County grand jury declined to file charges against an Excelsior Springs teacher who was accused of assault by the parents of at least four …
Candidate Sought for Open Board Seat – Excelsior Springs Standard
The Excelsior Springs Board of Education is seeking a candidate to fill a vacant seat. Dr….
District positioned for child health clinic funding – Excelsior Springs Standard
It appears the Excelsior Springs School District has secured some funding for the child health care clinic slated to open at the Early Childhood Center (ECC). Heather Gross, assistant superintendent, announced during the Board of Education’s June 27 meeting at the Support Services Center that the Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) Head Start program has offered a $198,000 donation toward the facility.
ESSD enrollment up; state funding might dip – Excelsior Springs Standard
Enrollment at the end of May was slightly higher for the Excelsior Springs School District than May 2021, Superintendent Travis Hux reported when the Board of Education convened June 27 at the Support Services Center.
Changes announced in school leadership – Excelsior Springs Standard
School leaders will take new roles within the district, beginning with the 2022-23 school year. Dr….
Featured
Moments and Memories Celebrates Grand Opening – Excelsior Citizen
A new events support business has opened in downtown Excelsior Springs. Moments and Memories held a grand opening event, Friday,…
Citizen Spotlight: Jody and Linda Pasalich – Excelsior Citizen
Life-long Excelsior Springs residents Jody and Linda Pasalich knew they wanted to be a part of the excitement of downtown…
Rotary’s Grocery Grab Leaves ESSD Running – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs Rotary Club held their second Grocery Grab fundraiser this Saturday, July 9, 2022 at McKeever’s Price Chopper. In…
Clay County Public Health Center Announces Food and Pool Safety Excellence Award Winners – Excelsior Citizen
In a press release, Clay County Public Health Center announced the recipients of the Food Safety Excellence and Pool Quality of…
Citizen Spotlight: “Miss Darla” Sims – Excelsior Citizen
Darla Sims is a life-long resident of Excelsior Springs. Most folks know her as “Miss Darla,” the loving leader at…
Hannibal is home to one of the Most Romantic Places in Missouri – KHMO
… and even the Elms Resort and Spa in Excelsior Springs. So what makes the Garth Mansion belong in that romantic class? On the site they say.
Rotary Grocery Grab Winnings Donated to Local Family – Excelsior Springs Standard
CHRISTEN EVERETT was selected July 9 to run through the aisles of Price Chopper and grab as many groceries as possible. Everett, the Excelsior Springs High School principal, was chosen at random out of six other contestants to participate in the Excelsior Springs Rotary Club’s annual Grocery Grab fundraiser. During her 5-minute run through the store, Everett racked up $795.76 in meat, snacks and cleaning supplies. She then donated all of her winnings to an Excelsior Springs family.
Kotalik’s Etsy business Hustle and Heart grows into physical Excelsior wholesaler – Excelsior Springs Standard
Excelsior Springs native and entrepreneur Serena Kotalik is continuing a family tradition. Watching her parent open their own business inspired Kotalik to one day work for herself.
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