Excelsior Springs’ Walmart reopened its doors Friday morning after a multi-million-dollar renovation, drawing a crowd to celebrate the store’s transformation with live music, local donations, and fresh upgrades aimed at enhancing the community’s shopping experience.
n the heart of Excelsior Springs, one historical building has been reborn as a hub of culture, flavor, and community. Once the Hope Funeral Home, the corner property on Spring Street now houses Casa Di Vite International Wine Café—a family-run venue where wine, Mediterranean cuisine, and Italian charm create a unique experience for locals and travelers alike.
The Excelsior Citizen has been selected as one of 205 newsrooms across the United States to receive funding from the Press Forward Foundation, an initiative dedicated to revitalizing local journalism. As part of this first-ever cohort, the Excelsior Citizen is being recognized for its commitment to closing coverage gaps and serving the Excelsior Springs community with reliable, independent news. This national recognition underscores the publication’s growing influence and the vital role it plays in keeping local residents informed.
Excelsior Springs is now home to a unique wellness experience with the opening of The Zen Salt Den at Crown Hill Plaza.
