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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Carolyn A. Birkeness, a cherished mother, sister, and friend, who left us on April 3, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on August 23, 1945, in Excelsior Springs, MO, Carolyn spent her final years in Riverside, CA, where her light continued to shine…
For the ninth year in a row, Excelsior Springs came together to celebrate Earth Day not with speeches, but with action—pulling weeds, hauling debris, and restoring the beauty of the town they love.
Community leaders and stakeholders gathered April 16–17 for a two-day Planning and Design Charrette, marking a major step forward in Excelsior Springs’ efforts to update its Comprehensive Plan. Held at the First United Methodist Church, the charrette brought together members of the city’s Stakeholders and Technical Committees to dive deep into topics shaping the city’s…
For years, the theft of $253,692 from the Excelsior Springs School District remained a secret. Now, with the arrest of a Texas woman accused of orchestrating the crime, the full scope of the deception—and its cost—has finally come to light.