Excelsior Springs Weekly News Headlines – June 19-July 2, 2023
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
Day: July 2, 2023
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Woodruff Released Without Bond in Ray County Despite Facing Felony Charges
Excelsior Springs resident, James Wayne Woodruff (65) who was arrested on June 5, 2023, and faces multiple felony charges including rape, possession of a controlled substance(s), and a misdemeanor charge of kidnapping was released from Ray County Jail without bond on June 20, 2023. Woodruff’s home was subject to a raid in June after allegations…
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Shocking Child Abuse Allegations Lead to Arrest of Excelsior Springs Business Owner
June 30, 2023 – An Excelsior Springs business owner, Melynda Casey (46), is at the center of a child abuse investigation that has sent shockwaves through the community. Probable cause statements filed by the Ray County Sheriff’s Department revealed graphic accounts from Casey’s children that implicate long-term abuse and wanton neglect. The initial investigation began…
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Last Days for Lewis Elementary as Crews Prepare for Demolition
July 2, 2023 – 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. Once a vibrant hub of education and community, the school’s hallways are filled with nostalgia and memories as construction crews have been working tirelessly to salvage…
