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Discovered years ago in the treasured belongings of my parents, Ruth and Walt Stevens, was a four-page letter written by my mom from their small apartment in Excelsior Springs….

This summer, Excelsior Springs’ charming downtown captured the heart of Manny Rivera, our intern at the Excelsior Citizen. For his final project, Manny created an audio postcard that highlights some of his favorite locations in our community.

The Willadsen family, longtime residents of Excelsior Springs, have been named the August 2024 Thrive Curb Appeal winners for their colorful and welcoming home.

Welcome to Talk of the Town! Each week, we will provide a comprehensive summary of major events, decisions, and discussions that took place in Excelsior Springs. We’ll highlight public comments, social media interactions, and responses from local leaders to give you a well-rounded view of how these stories are impacting our city. We would love…