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
Garland Avenue Bridge Closed Due to Safety Concerns – Excelsior Citizen
The Garland Avenue Bridge, a historic landmark in downtown Excelsior Springs…
Other Trails, Fizer’s, Morgan Honored with Historic Preservation Awards – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs Historic Preservation Commission awarded its annual honors on Wednesday, May 8th, recognizing exceptional restoration projects and a tireless advocate for the city’s past.
Planning Commission Rejects Eden Village Zoning Proposal Citing Growth Concerns – Excelsior Citizen
On April 29, 2024, attendees spilled out the door of the Council Chambers at the Hall of Waters and into the hallway as the Excelsior Springs Planning and Zoning Commission…
City Council Recap for May 6th, 2024 – Excelsior Citizen
Here’s a recap of the May 6, 2024 Excelsior Springs City Council meeting
Kansas City Avenue to Close for Lewis Elementary Construction – Excelsior Citizen
A section of Kansas City Avenue in downtown Excelsior Springs will be closed beginning May 13, 2024, to facilitate construction of the new Lewis Elementary School.
First Ever Silver Prom a Smash Hit for Excelsior Springs Seniors – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs High School Commons transformed into a nostalgic wonderland on Saturday, May 4th, as over 100 seniors gathered for the town’s first-ever Silver Prom, an afternoon of celebration designed specifically for guests 60 and older.
Free Bulky Item Drop-Off Event to Ease Trash Collection Transition – Excelsior Citizen
The City of Excelsior Springs understands the inconveniences and cancellations that residents have experienced during the transition to Republic Services’ new one-day/week curbside trash collection schedule.
Excelsior Springs Residents to Discuss Future of the City at Planning and Pizza Session – Excelsior Citizen
The City of Excelsior Springs kicked off efforts to develop a new comprehensive plan with a community forum on Sunday, April 28th.
Excelsior Springs Celebrates Earth Day with Successful Spring Clean Up – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs Parks and Recreation Department hosted their annual Spring Clean Up on Saturday morning, gathering around 50 volunteers to celebrate Earth Day.
MCPL’s Food for Fines Returns May 6th to Stock Shelves, Reduce Fees – Excelsior Citizen
Mid-Continent Public Library (MCPL) is once again offering its popular “Food for Fines” program.
Excelsior Springs to Host Planning and Pizza Sessions to Discuss New Comprehensive Plan – Excelsior Citizen
The City of Excelsior Springs is inviting residents to a Planning and Pizza Session on Sunday, April 28th, at 4:00 pm in the Council Chambers at the Hall of Waters.
City Council Replay April 15, 2024 – Excelsior Citizen
Highlights from the April 15, 2024, Excelsior Springs City Council Meeting.
Spear Re-elected, McGovern Joins Excelsior Springs City Council – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs City Council gained a new member and welcomed back an incumbent during a special session on Friday, April 12th.
Silver Prom Invites Excelsior Springs Senior Citizens to Rock Around the Clock (Again!) – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs is gearing up for a special occasion—the Silver Prom, an elegant affair tailored specifically for guests aged 60 and older.
Christians must engage to defend truth and keep state pro-life, Missouri legislator says – MBC Pathway
Since being elected for the first time to office in 2018, Pastor Doug Richey of Pisgah Baptist Church, Excelsior Springs, has served as a member …
Business
J&J’s Stocking Up for Grand Opening Later this Month – Excelsior Citizen
J&J’s, a new convenience store offering a wider selection of essential goods, is slated to open later this month in downtown Excelsior Springs.
Excelsior Springs Icon Begins a New Chapter: The Renovation of Mill Inn Restaurant – Excelsior Citizen
After over four decades of serving as a cherished gathering spot for families in Excelsior Springs, the Mill Inn Restaurant, an establishment steeped in local tradition and memories, closed its doors on September 1, 2023.
Hitch Lot Garden Show Delivers the Goods for Regional Treasure Hunters – Excelsior Citizen
The 414 Company in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, played host to a treasure trove of vintage finds over the weekend of April 26th and 27th…
Excelsior Springs Walmart to Undergo ‘Million Dollar’ Renovation – Excelsior Citizen
Shoppers at the Excelsior Springs Walmart located at 2203 Patsy Lane can expect a “million-dollar” facelift starting mid-July.
Paradise Playhouse Reborn as Firefly Event Center Opens Doors with Grand Celebration – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs welcomes a vibrant new entertainment venue in the heart of downtown!
Farmers markets are opening around Kansas City: Here’s when, where and what’s new – Kansas City Star
… Johnathon LaMont and Patricia Manser of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, shopped for …
Familiar Peterbilt 389 remade to fit new owner’s style – Overdrive
… Excelsior Springs, Missouri, and much more. [Related: ‘Career gambler … It’s got a custom airbrush dash from Jones Customs and Collision out of..
Public Safety
Isley School Renovation Project Sparks Emergency Response – Excelsior Citizen
Just after 9:00pm on May 10, 2024, Excelsior Springs emergency services…
Be Informed, Stay Safe: Gun Safety Event at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church – Excelsior Citizen
On Saturday, June 8th at 11 AM, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, partnering with the Business Women of Missouri-Excelsior Springs…
Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, & Sheriff’s Reports for May 19, 2024 – 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 May 19, 2024.
Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, & Sheriff’s Reports for May 12, 2024 – 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 May 12, 2024.
Firefighters Rescue Pets, Family Seeks Support Following Southview Drive House Fire – Excelsior Citizen
A house fire at 104 Southview Drive caused severe smoke and water damage on Thursday, displacing a family and injuring two dogs.
Jury Trial Set for Keith Bass in Excelsior Springs Double Homicide – Excelsior Citizen
Jury trial has been scheduled for Keith Bass, the suspect in the double homicide of Theresa Bass and Bobby Neal Jr.
Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, & Sheriff’s Reports for May 5, 2024 – 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 May 5, 2024.
Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, & Sheriff’s Reports for April 26, 2024 – 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 April 26, 2024.
Excelsior Springs Man Charged in Higginsville Shooting Incident – Excelsior Citizen
Two individuals, Eric D. Grey of Excelsior Springs and Kourtney Pulley of Concordia, are facing criminal charges following a recent incident involving shots fired in Higginsville, Missouri.
Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, & Sheriff’s Reports for April 21, 2024 – 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 April 21, 2024.
Accused rapist, kidnapper Timothy Haslett Jr. appears in court – KSHB
Photo by: Provided. Timothy Haslett Jr. is accused of raping and kidnapping a woman at a home in Excelsior Springs.
Additional Coverage: KMBC
Missouri State Highway Patrol reports 23 arrests in northern Missouri between April 11 and 14, 2024 – KTTN-FM 92.3 and KGOZ
In the early hours of April 13, Demetri E. Tsakiris, 35, of Excelsior Springs, MO, was taken into custody in Clinton County for misdemeanor DWI.
Excelsior Springs Resident Injured in Clay County Crash Tuesday – Northwest MO Info
An Excelsior Springs resident suffered injuries in a Clay County crash Tuesday morning. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the accident …
Two charged in Higginsville shots fired incident – KMZU.com
Eric D. Gray of Excelsior Springs is charged with unlawful use of a weapon, and Kourtney Pulley of Concordia is charged with unlawful possession …”
Additional Coverage: KMMO
Sports
Dearing Delivers: Junior Clinches Team Conference Title for Excelsior Tennis – Excelsior Citizen
The end of the school year is here, and with that comes the end-of-year tournaments for the spring sports.
Excelsior Springs Tigers Clay Their Way to State Bowling Championship – Excelsior Citizen
In a whirlwind of strikes, spares, and turkeys, the Excelsior Springs Tigers High School Bowling Team showcased their resilience at the State Championship held at Aaron’s Family Fun Center in Belton, Missouri.
Excelsior Springs High School Results at MSHSAA State Track Championships – MoMileSplit
MileSplits official Excelsior Springs High School results for the 1992 MSHSAA State Track Championships, hosted by MSHSAA in Jefferson City MO.
Elisabeth Schnelle, Young Viking Warriors vs Lilly Smith – FloWrestling
232.1-251.1 lbs Rr Rnd 1 – Elisabeth Schnelle, Young Viking Warriors vs Lilly Smith, Excelsior Springs Wrestling.
Duke Rich, Excelsior Springs Youth Wrestling vs Lincoln Sanders, Sallisaw Takedown Club – FloWrestling
58 lbs Quarterfinal – Duke Rich, Excelsior Springs Youth Wrestling vs Lincoln Sanders, Sallisaw Takedown Club.
Group Events in Excelsior Springs, MO – PGA of America
Excelsior Springs Golf Course. Excelsior Springs, MO. $249.00 / player + 5% processing fee* · Summer Slam 17u. Sat, Jun 01 – Thu, Aug …
Results from I-35 Speedway – United States Racing Association
(5) 33C Cole Moore, Kansas City, Mo. 2. (2) 13XL P.J. Conger, St. Joseph, Mo. 3. (4) 38D Darrion McLaughlin, Excelsior Springs, Mo …
72.3-79.5 lbs Quarterfinal – Chloe Bryant, Petersburg vs Kennedy Grass, Greater Heights Wrestling – FloWrestling
70 lbs Round 4 – Kennedy Grass, EXCELSIOR SPRINGS vs Emerson Bradshaw, Oz Trojan. 3:24. 70 lbs Round 4 – Kennedy Grass, EXCELSIOR SPRINGS vs Emerson …
Baseball Recap: Excelsior Springs wins going away against Ruskin – MaxPreps.com
The Excelsior Springs Tigers were the clear victor by a 14-4 margin over the Ruskin Golden Eagles. That’s more bragging rights for Excelsior Springs, …
Additional Coverage: MaxPreps.com
Baseball Recap: Excelsior Springs wins going away against North Kansas City – MaxPreps.com
The Excelsior Springs Tigers blew past the North Kansas City Hornets 12-3. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Excelsior Springs …
Additional Coverage: MaxPreps.com
Excelsior Springs Invitational 2022 – Varsity Girls (Raw) – MoMileSplit
MileSplits official Varsity Girls raw results for the 2022 Excelsior Springs Invitational, hosted by Excelsior Springs High School in Excelsior …
Excelsior Springs Invitational 2022 – Varsity Boys (Raw) – MoMileSplit
MileSplits official Varsity Boys raw results for the 2022 Excelsior Springs Invitational, hosted by Excelsior Springs High School in Excelsior …
School
School Board Tackles Diverse Agenda at May Meeting – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs School Board of Education convened on Tuesday, May…
ESHS Awards Night Highlights Senior Achievements – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs High School hosted its annual Senior Awards Night on Thursday, May 9th, honoring the achievements of the 2024 graduating class.
ESHS Commencement was a Jubilant Farewell for Class of 2024 – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs High School marked its Class of 2024 graduation with a memorable ceremony.
Excelsior Springs High School Recognizes Academic Excellence – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs High School held its annual academic awards night on April 18th to celebrate outstanding academic achievements by students throughout the past year.
Excelsior Springs School District Extends Free Meal Program Through Summer – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs School District (ESSD40) has officially announced the extension of its free lunch and breakfast program for all students, covering the remainder of the current school year and throughout the summer school session.
Excelsior Springs High School Celebrates Talent at Annual Fine Arts Night – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs High School held its annual Fine Arts Night a showcase of student talent and creativity on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024.
ESHS and Community Center Team up to Host Special Olympics Festival with Fun-Filled Family Activities – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs is getting ready for an exciting, new, family-friendly event at Tiger Stadium this spring, aimed at supporting Special Olympics athletes.
Tiger Talent Stays Local, Mason Wartner Signs with Park University – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs High School senior Mason Wartner signed his letter of intent earlier this week to play soccer for the Park University Pirates in Parkville, Missouri.
Enrollment Now Open for Excelsior Springs Summer School – Excelsior Citizen
Enrollment is now open for Excelsior Springs Summer School for grades K-12.
Excelsior Springs High School Prom Crowns Royalty and Celebrates with After-Party – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs High School students celebrated prom on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the Rose Blossom Hill venue in Rayville.
Excelsior Springs Speech and Debate Team Finds Success at State Championships – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs High School Competitive Speaking and Acting Team continued its tradition of excellence at the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) State Championships, which were recently held in Springfield, Missouri.
ESHS Band and Choir Excel at State Music Festival – Excelsior Citizen
Eleven Excelsior Springs High School Band and Choir students traveled to Columbia, Missouri, this weekend to compete at the 72nd Annual Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) State Music Festival.
Excelsior Springs Job Corps Center Bustling with Activity – Excelsior Citizen
Mark your calendars! The Excelsior Springs Job Corps Center is proud to announce their graduation ceremony for the graduating class of 2024.
ESHS Kitchen Manager Rachel Coe Served with Award and Promotion – Excelsior Citizen
At their April 9th meeting, the Excelsior Springs School Board awarded Rachel Coe, Aramark High School Kitchen Manager, the Classified Employee of the Month distinction for April 2024.
No Kidding, ESHS ‘Springo’ a Success as Live Goat Prize Steals the Show – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs High School Student Council, sponsored by teachers Allison Neumann and Jessica Meyer, held its semi-annual bingo fundraising event this past Monday.
Featured
Missouri Miss Amazing Haley Martin – Excelsior Citizen
Miss Amazing crowned nearby resident Haley Martin, Missouri Miss Amazing at their 2024 pageant.
Piano Pandemonium: Dueling Pianos at Firefly Events – Excelsior Citizen
Firefly Events has a calendar full of exciting events, and last Friday they proved it with their dueling pianos show!
Watkins Woolen Mill ‘Spring on the Farm’ Offers 19th Century Fun for Families – Excelsior Citizen
Watkins Woolen Mill State Park and State Historic Site invites the public to step back in time and celebrate the arrival of spring at its annual “Spring on the Farm” event on Saturday, May 11, 2024.
Popular Geoguessr YouTuber Puts Excelsior Springs on the Map – Excelsior Citizen
Popular social media influencer and YouTuber Trevor Rainbolt, known online simply as Rainbolt, recently brought unexpected online attention to Excelsior Springs during a Geoguessr livestream.
Motorists and Cyclists Reminded to Prioritize Safety During Bicycle Safety Month – Excelsior Citizen
With warmer weather encouraging more people to get outside and cycle, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reminds motorists and cyclists in Excelsior Springs to share the road safely this May, which is National Bicycle Safety Month.
Community Rallies to Honor Teacher with Scholarship Breakfast – Excelsior Citizen
Beloved special education instructor Melissa Biermann passed away unexpectedly at the age of 44 on March 19, 2024.
Excelsior Springs Community Leaders Gather for Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs community came together on Thursday, May 2nd, for the annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast, fostering unity and positivity within the city.
Excelsior Springs Hospital Staff Coordinator Renita Wilhelmi Retiring After 26 Years – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs Hospital (ESH) will be saying goodbye to a familiar face this week.
Success Despite the Threat of Rain: Spring City-Wide Garage Sale Sees Strong Turnout – Excelsior Citizen
This weekend’s Spring City-Wide Garage Sale was a success, with over 100 homes participating despite earlier concerns about severe weather.
Excelsior Springs Parks Foundation Announces $40,000 Donation for New Inclusive Park at Annual Piccadilly Gala – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs Parks Foundation announced a $40,000 donation towards the development of the Milwaukee Street Park during its annual Piccadilly Gala fundraiser held on April 6th.
Parade of Hearts in Excelsior Springs – Excelsior Citizen
We’ve got heart! You may have seen a new addition when driving downtown.
Excelsior Springs High School Brass Quintet Gold Medal Performance at the 2024 MSHSAA – YouTube
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Sunday Trolley Wine Tour – Fox 4 Kansas City Calendar
Join us for the new all-inclusive Sunday wine tour experience aboard the Excelsior Springs Chamber Trolley! Your adventure begins at Willow Spring …
Plan ahead for these May 2024 festivals + events – KCtoday – 6AM City
buy a ticket and you’ll just have to go. Gin + Jazz | Saturday, May 4 | Downtown Excelsior Springs, MO | Step back in time with this Art Deco …
Ghost hunting at the infamous Elms Hotel – TikTok
TikTok video from Dylan (@djbanger): “Ghost hunting at the infamous Elms Hotel in Excelsior Springs, MO. Viewer descretion advised.
The Star shared progress, acknowledges more to do since ‘Truth in Black and White’ – Kansas City Star
… Excelsior Springs man charged with kidnapping and rape. Timothy M. Haslett Jr., who was arrested in October of 2022, is accused of holding a 22 …
Washington County marriage licenses – The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Matthew David Coughlin, 36, and Angela Kay Argit, 34, both of Excelsior Springs, Mo. Christopher David Crosby, 27, and Kacie Brook Watson, 28 …
Obituaries
The following are obituaries of those who have connections to Excelsior Springs. Click here for all Excelsior Springs obituaries.
Trenten Campbell
Robin Anne Riat
Janet Vohs
Timothy Bowles
Randy Wade
Marsha Sullivan
Larry Eugene Ross
Darrell Dewayne “DD” Pointer
Rosalie M. Johnson
Edwin Childers
Naomi Walker
Charles Sohm
Cynthia Pryor
Allan Carroll
Francis “Frankie” Hoffman
Paul Marion Danner
Betty Jo (Schmidt) Forbes
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