Here are some news headlines that you may have missed over the past two weeks, collected and collated from a variety of news sources, all pertaining to Excelsior Springs.
City/Government
Missouri Public Service Commission Approves Ameren Revised Rate Increase – Excelsior Citizen
The Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) has approved a significant reduction in Ameren‘s requested general rate increase, from $316 million to $140 million, following the intervention of the Consumers Council.
Excelsior Springs Health Care Foundation’s Golf Tournament Raises $29,000 – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs Health Care Foundation successfully hosted its 31st Annual Golf Tournament at the historic Excelsior Springs Golf Course on the first Friday in June.
Board of Education Recap July 2023 – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs Board of Education convened on July 11, 2023, to discuss various updates and initiatives concerning the upcoming academic year.
ES School Board Supports Wage Hike for District Employees – Excelsior Citizen
Watch the livestream of the meeting or read a breakdown of business covered, including Food Service Hero Award, Approval of Fiscal Year 2023 End of Year Budget Items, the Middle School Handbook, Summer School update, and more.
Football Tigers Score Big with Community Service Day – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs Football Team once again demonstrated their commitment to community service by organizing the highly anticipated Tiger Service Day.
City Council Special Session Opens Door for Golf Hill Development – Excelsior Citizen
Majestic pines line the Excelsior Springs Golf Course…
City of Excelsior Springs’ Neighborhood Meetings Foster Community Engagement – Excelsior Citizen
The Community Development Department of the City of Excelsior Springs has taken a proactive approach to strengthening neighborhood bonds by organizing a series of neighborhood meetings.
Waterfest Showcases Excelsior’s Best – Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce
Excelsior Springs Chamber Director Brian Rice has released a new blog giving an overview of Waterfest and the people behind the event that make it happen!
AmerenUE Missouri sponsors June Chamber Luncheon – Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce
The Excelsior Springs Chamber holds a monthly luncheon that features a sponsor and business news happening in the community. This month AmerenUE gave a presentation regarding the green initiatives the company has underway.
Final approval on new school granted – Excelsior Springs Standard
Demolition has begun at Lewis Elementary School following unanimous approval of the site plan by Excelsior Springs City Council.
Missouri banned abortion. Why is it spending millions to promote alternatives to procedure? – AOL
Doug Richey, an Excelsior Springs Republican. But critics who spoke with The Star argued that the state should not be paying to promote centers …
The race is on: Gregory makes bid for Missouri Senate – Missourinet
Rep. Doug Richey, R-Excelsior Springs, has also jumped in the race…
Trial this week to decide boundaries of five Missouri Senate districts – Missouri Independent
Doug Richey, R-Excelsior Springs, the 34th District. Richey and state Rep. Kurtis Gregory, R-Marshall, have launched campaigns for the GOP …
Come on Now! New App Fills Gaps in Health Care Access – Flatland KC
Last September, MARC Head Start, Swope Health and the Excelsior Springs Early Childhood Center were awarded a grant to establish Swope Health KidsCARE …
Business
DEP Announces Local Semifinalists for State Awards – Visit Excelsior
DEP submitted nominations for the 2023 Missouri Main Street Connection, Inc. in May and Excelsior Springs has three semi-finalists for state awards! Read more in this piece featured on the DEP website.
Local business donates rifle to CCSO K9 Golf Tournament – Excelsior Springs Standard
For some, giving back is a gift, for others, it’s a mission. D and S Guns LLC, a local business, donated a rifle to Clay County Sheriff’s Office’s …
Lithia Landing project undergoes minor setback – Excelsior Springs Standard
The Excelsior Springs Downtown Partnership (DEP) is working on securing a grant for the Litha Landing deck project after a setback brought up by …
Multi-chamber after hours July 18 – Courier-Tribune
The event is being hosted by the chambers of commerce from Liberty, Excelsior Springs, Kearney and Gladstone. There will be prize drawings at 5 ..
Public Safety
Excelsior Springs Police Officer Involved in Collision on Crown Hill Road – Excelsior Citizen
An officer-involved crash occurred at the intersection of Crown Hill Road and W Jesse James Road, involving a civilian vehicle and an Excelsior Springs police officer.
Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, and Sheriff’s Reports – Excelsior Citizen
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, reports for July 6, 2023.
Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, and Sheriff’s Reports – Excelsior Citizen
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, reports for July 13, 2023.
Excelsior Springs Woman Arrested on Drug Trio Sunday in Buchanan County – Northwest MO Info
Troopers report the arrest of an Excelsior Springs woman Sunday afternoon in Buchanan County on three drug charges.
Multiple agencies respond to pursuit – Excelsior Springs Standard
A 45-year-old Excelsior Springs resident, who is facing two felony charges, has waived a preliminary hearing. Ronald Dean Lana is charged with first- …
Proposed shooting range leaves Clay County homeowners concerned – FOX 4 Kansas City, WDAF-TV
The Clay County Sheriff’s Department is planning to build shooting range in Excelsior Springs, but some residents are concerned about their …
Sports
It’s time to reflect on an awesome season – Excelsior Springs Standard
But not about MLB. Rather, I feel inspired to reflect on Excelsior Springs High School baseball. In the five weeks or so since I covered my last …
In pictures: Springtime memories (Play ball!) – Excelsior Springs Standard
Classes will soon begin at Excelsior Springs High School. But before we at The Standard begin ushering in the 2023-24 school year, we’d like to …
Clancy finishes strong in Tanner Memorial – USRA Racing
(1) 13 Chris Mercer, Excelsior Springs, Mo. 2. (2) 93SS Chad Shaw, Trimble, Mo. 3. (7) 88 Jeff Dixon, Trenton, Mo. 4. (5) 9H Nic Hanes, Trenton, …
Featured
Mid-Continent Public Library Honors Abigail Douglas with Community Spirit Award – Excelsior Citizen
On Friday, July 14, the ninth annual Legacy Luncheon hosted by Mid-Continent Public Library (MCPL) was held at the Midwest Genealogy Center to recognize the exceptional contributions of librarians and celebrate the bright future of the library.
Serving the Community with Compassion and Innovation – Excelsior Citizen
In a world often marred by hardship and inequality, the Good Samaritan Center stands tall as a beacon of hope for the underprivileged in our community.
Rural Rebirth: Excelsior Springs, Eternally – Flatland Kansas City
Flatland Kansas City has published a wonderful overview of the downtown revitalization efforts and the history that drives our progress
Steve and Debbie Page Win Thrive Excelsior’s June Curb Appeal Award – Excelsior Citizen
Steve and Debbie Page of 419 Leslie Dr. have been honored with the prestigious Thrive Excelsior Curb Appeal Award for June.
Skyvuer Imagery Captures Dramatic Drone Footage of Lewis Elementary School’s Demolition – Excelsior Citizen
Citizens of Excelsior Springs and generations of students are preparing to bid farewell to Lewis Elementary School, a cherished landmark since its completion in 1951.
Siloam Spring, the Water That Changed Everything – Excelsior Citizen
Written and researched by citizen Jan Kohl, learn about the Siloam Spring in the beginning of series of stories about the history of Excelsior Springs. This is being done in partnership with the Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives.
Eden Village to host panel discussion – Excelsior Springs Standard
A discussion will be held in Excelsior Springs to discuss the city’s need for Eden Village, a non-profit organization aiming to end homelessness.
‘Art in the Park’ children create butterflies – Excelsior Springs Standard
A discussion will be held in Excelsior Springs to discuss the city’s need for Eden Village, a non-profit organization aiming to end homelessness. The …
Excelsior Springs Library Events Coming Up – Excelsior Springs Standard
Kids STEAM Sat, Jul 15 2023, 3:30pm – 4:30pm Excelsior Springs Community Room Learn while you play with STEAM games and activities at the library.
Program assists in recovery – Excelsior Springs Standard
Crescent Lake Christian Center started the New Freedom Recovery Program to help those in the community who succumb to addiction.
Hall of Waters at Excelsior Springs MO postcard 1930s – The Jumping Frog
Hall of Waters at Excelsior Springs MO postcard 1930s … Standard-size postcard. Unused, unwritten, unmailed, undated. Dimensions given, if any, are …
Obituaries
The following are obituaries of those who have connections to Excelsior Springs. Click here for all Excelsior Springs obituaries.
Gregory Watts – 1986-2023
Chet Barrett – 1992-2023
Kevin Gaines – 1957-2023
Mary Lindsay – 1928-2023
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