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After 14 years of spreading kindness and care as a custodian at the Early Childhood Center, Lenny Smith—better known as “Papa Lenny”—is hanging up his mop and stepping into retirement, leaving behind a legacy of heartfelt connections and community spirit in Excelsior Springs.
Beneath the streets of Excelsior Springs lies a hidden legacy: 12 Sulpho-Saline wells that once drew visitors from across the nation seeking the curative powers of their mineral-rich waters. From easing ailments like constipation and headaches to soothing skin conditions, these wells shaped the town’s history and established it as a destination of health and wellness in the early 20th century.
Excelsior Springs has a new celebrity on four paws! Meet Walter, a spirited 1.5-year-old Cavapoo who has wiggled his way into the hearts of his owner, Lilly, and the entire town as the first-ever Citizen Pet of the Week.
This Thanksgiving, local historian Kevin Morgan invites the community to reflect on the land’s deeper history, where Native American cultures once flourished, leaving behind artifacts and traditions that continue to shape Excelsior Springs’ identity.