Here are some news headlines that you may have missed, collected and collated from a variety of news sources, all pertaining to Excelsior Springs.
City/Government
Missouri Republicans continue push to bar state funding of diversity, equity, and inclusion – KMZU
State Rep. Mark Meirath, a Republican from Excelsior Springs, filed a bill that would prohibit public schools and universities from using state funding on DEI.
A brief history of Excelsior Springs and the water that helped grow the city – KMZU
An ambitious project to preserve an important part of Excelsior Springs history is underway.
Business
9 Best Wellness Retreats in Missouri – World Atlas
A historic retreat built in 1912, The Elms Hotel and Spa in Excelsior Springs is the perfect place to indulge in relaxation.
School
Excelsior Springs Job Corps Culinary Students Bound for Disney Internships – KMZU
The Excelsior Springs Job Corps houses 436 students across a 26-acre campus. It offers several different programs for its students, including hospitality.
Public Safety
Mother wants justice for son shot by hunting rifle inside home – Fox 4 News Kansas City
Gavin Podhorn was in his home on January 23 when he was accidentally shot with a hunting rifle.
Troopers Respond to Fatal Crash – KMZU
A deer is being blamed for a fatal accident Thursday night in Clay County. Investigators said David Schoettger, 54, of Excelsior Springs, swerved to avoid the animal and traveled off of the roadway.
Sports
Class 1 District 4 Girls Wrestling Championships – KQ2 News
2nd place: Lilly Goetz (Excelsior Springs)
Featured
9 Charming Missouri Towns for a Perfect Weekend Getaway – Midwest Living
Also north of Kansas City, Excelsior Springs calls out with its famous mineral waters, believed by some to heal ailments like tuberculosis or even gunshot wounds.
This KC-are town was once a destination for those seeking relief from aches and pains – Kansas City Star
Excelsior Springs, Missouri, gained fame for the mineral waters that attracted people to its bathhouses and hotels, including the Elms.
Postcard: Broadway Street in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, Was Still Bustling in the 1950s – Kansas City Star
The image is brimming with small town postwar positivity. Signs point people to Jack’s Bar and Grill and Stella’s Cafe. The Clay County Bank keeps watch on the corner. And large American-made cars line both sides of the road.
Snow from winter storm ends in Kansas City. Here’s how much snow fell across the metro – Kansas City Star
Other higher snowfall reports included 2.8 inches in the Brookside area of Kansas City, 2.7 inches in Excelsior Springs and 2.5 inches in Olathe.
Historical Maps of Excelsior Springs – Pastmaps
What stories do these 29 old maps tell about Excelsior Springs’s past? From 1894 to present day, these maps reveal the evolution of streets, neighborhoods, iconic landmarks, and natural features in stunning high-res detail.
Obituaries
The following are obituaries of those who have connections to Excelsior Springs. Click here for all Excelsior Springs obituaries.
Ronald “Ron” Hanson
Russell Melvin Allen, Sr.
Ronald Ray Buchanan
Steve Sauder
Ronald Dean Moore
Meredith Anne Turner
Ronald Wayne Sadler
Jeannie Charisse Doss
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