Excelsior Springs Weekly News Headlines – June 25 – July 8, 2024
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.
City/Government
Excelsior Springs Job Corps Welcomes Community to Campus – Excelsior Citizen
On Thursday, June 27, 2024, Excelsior Springs Job Corps Center (ESJCC) Business Community Liaison Angela Reschke
Excelsior Springs City Council Recap, July 1, 2024 – Excelsior Citizen
Highlights of the July 1, 2024, Excelsior Springs City Council meeting include the adoption of a new park naming policy presented by Nate Williams
Veterans and Community Health Focus of Excelsior Springs Hospital’s July Health and Wellness Series – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs Hospital, in partnership with the Excelsior Springs Community Center, is offering a weekly series of forums focused on health and wellness education for local residents.
Severe Thunderstorm Leaves Excelsior Springs in the Dark: Citizen Photos Capture the Aftermath – Excelsior Citizen
On Tuesday, July 2nd KHMO Radio reported that at around 8:30 pm, the highest wind speed was confirmed by NOAA’s Storm Prediction Center
Excelsior Springs Board of Education, June 25, 2024 – Excelsior Citizen
The Excelsior Springs School Board convened on June 25, 2024, with all members present.
Buck running for coroner – Richmond Daily News
Hidden Valley has 3 locations in Ray County: Richmond, Excelsior Springs/Wood Heights and Lawson along with two locations in Clay County, Liberty and …
Highway 92 detour between Kearney and Excelsior affects traffic Wednesday, Thursday – Courier-Tribune
Drivers headed to and from Excelsior Springs will have to take detour this week. The Missouri Department of Transportation has issued a permit to …
What to know about water safety at the beach or pool – The Beatrice Daily Sun and Tulsa World
Texas has a strong “swimming hole” culture, with natural springs and manufactured lakes spread throughout the state. … In Excelsior Springs, Missouri, …
State Rep. Kurtis Gregory (R-Marshall) appears on “Wake Up Mid-Missouri” – 93.9 The Eagle
State Reps. Kurtis Gregory (R-Marshall) and Doug Richey (R-Excelsior Springs) are seeking the August GOP nomination to replace term-limited State …
Business
Molly Roberts Studio Embarks on a New Era – Excelsior Citizen
This July, downtown’s Molly Roberts Studio enters a new chapter as ownership passes from Molly Morgan Roberts to her daughter, Megan Martin Gantt.
Siblings Debut Artisan Bakery, Excelsior Boulangerie – Excelsior Citizen
A new artisan bakery, Excelsior Boulangerie (a bakery specializing in bread and especially French-style bread), quietly opened its doors at 500 St. Louis Avenue earlier this week.
Stop, Pause, and Listen: The Selah Center for Women’s Ministry will offer Free Mental Health Services – Excelsior Citizen
The Selah Center for Women’s Ministry is the newest addition to the Y Shopping Center, (1727 W. Jesse James Rd, Unit 14) offering support groups, resources, and free peer counseling for all women.
Northland nonprofit event awards honors statewide – St. Joseph News-Press
Dennis and Patty Summers of Excelsior Springs receive the Robert F. and Claire Sevier Parent/Guardian of the Year Award during the recent …
The best-rated weed dispensaries in Missouri for 2023 – Leafly
“Kansas City Cannabis Company is my favorite dispensary. The crew at the Excelsior Springs location are top notch. I really appreciate how they …
Kansas health system taps CFO – Becker’s Hospital Review
Mr. Meyer joins the health system from Excelsior Springs (Mo.) Hospital, where he spent six years as CFO, according to the post. “Behind his …
Additional coverage: Ad Astra Radio
Fair educates public on senior services, volunteer opportunities – Courier-Tribune
The Good Samaritan Center, located in Excelsior Springs, aids the homeless and hungry by providing basic life needs and skills training. AMANDA …
Willow Spring Mercantile Keeps it Local in Excelsior Springs – The Regular Joe
Willow Springs Mercantile is located in historic downtown Excelsior Springs, Missouri. Established in 2005, according to the store’s website, …
Excelsior Springs Area Chamber of Commerce – MOSourceLink
The Excelsior Springs Area Chamber of Commerce hosts numerous networking events and activities where your attendance and involvement will boost your …
Public Safety
Timothy Haslett Appears in Court; Defense Seeks More Time for Preparation – Excelsior Citizen
Timothy Haslett, the Excelsior Springs man being held in the Clay County Detention Center on nine felony counts, appeared in court on Wednesday, July 3, at 1:30 PM.
Tense Stand-off Ends with Felony Arrest in Excelsior Springs – Excelsior Citizen
At approximately 7 p.m. Saturday, June 29, the Excelsior Springs Police Department descended upon a home at 321 West Broadway
Gallatin School Bus Crash Near Kearney Claims Two Lives – Excelsior Citizen
A tragic school bus crash on July 3rd resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to several others.
Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS & Sheriff’s Reports for June 30, 2024 – Excelsior Citizen
Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay County Sheriff, Ray County Sheriff, and Missouri State Highway Patrol, reports for June 30, 2024.
Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS & Sheriff’s Reports for July 7, 2024 – Excelsior Citizen
Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay County Sheriff, Ray County Sheriff, and Missouri State Highway Patrol, reports for July 7, 2024.
Warning Issued After Rabies Found in Bat in Clay County – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs residents are urged to remain vigilant after a bat found in neighboring Clay County tested positive for rabies.
Experience, technology give new Excelsior Springs fire chief perspective – Courier-Tribune
Excelsior Springs’ newest fire chief has seen lots of changes since he first started working in fire departments.
Bird flu snapshot: 4th case of human transmission, raw milk worries – STAT News
… Excelsior Springs, Mo. Charlie Neibergall/AP. Bird flu snapshot: This is the latest installment in a series of regular updates on H5N1 avian flu …
Two teens injured in UTV crash – KMZU.com
Apparently the driver made a hard left turn and the UTV rolled onto it’s passenger side. Both were taken by private vehicle to Excelsior Springs …
Additional coverage: KTTN
Trial date revised for ES woman – Richmond Daily News
A trial date has been changed for an Excelsior Springs woman who is charged with nine felonies and one misdemeanor. Desiree A…
Missouri Says Hurricane-Force Winds Recorded in Tuesday Storms – 1070 KHMO-AM
… Excelsior Springs. NOAA Storm Prediction Center. Wind gusts already equaling what would be category 1 hurricane-force wind speeds based on the …
Thunderstorms blow through Kansas City with powerful winds, downing trees, power lines – Kansas City Star
A fireworks tent was flattened near Excelsior Springs. In Jackson County, wind gusts of 89 mph were reported at Lee’s Summit Municipal Airport …
Sports
Western Wayne senior Olivia Ford wins national boxing title – Tri-County Independent
A junior at Excelsior Springs High School in Missouri, Hatfield dealt Ford a heart-breaking split decision loss in the finals of the Silver Gloves …
Johnson, Hanes, Isaacs, yield checkers at I-35 Speedway – USRA Racing
5. (6) 50C Josh Mclaughlin, Excelsior Springs, Mo. 6. (10) 15A Allen Anders, Kansas City, Mo. 7.
Thrilling doubles win clinches team title – Courier-Tribune
North’s victory ended Excelsior Springs’ three-year run as district champions and five-year run of postseason play as a team. The Eagles earned the …
Featured
First United Methodist Church Celebrates 140 Years in Excelsior Springs – Excelsior Citizen
First United Methodist Church of Excelsior Spring, Missouri, celebrated its 140th anniversary last Saturday with music, food, and a look back at its accomplishments and history throughout the years.
ESHS Alumni Plan Exciting Class Reunions for Homecoming Weekend – Excelsior Citizen
Excelsior Springs High School alumni are gearing up for a nostalgic Homecoming weekend, with milestone reunions planned for the Classes of 1974 and 1979.
Citizen Spotlight: Collecting is a Breeze for Brett Vaughan – Excelsior Citizen
For the average person, a fan is simple. You turn it on, you turn it off, and when it breaks, you replace it.
Meet Your Little Mr and Miss Waterfest 2024 – Excelsior Citizen
The annual Little Mr and Miss Waterfest Contest was held on Saturday, June 22nd at the Rite-Way Main Stage of Waterfest.
The Best Small Towns in Missouri to Chill Out in 2024 – WorldAtlas
… Hall of Waters Museum. The museum is on the National Register of Historic Places and is housed in the current city office and visitor center for …
KC Star unveils 2024 Scholar-Athlete award winners by school – Kansas City Star
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS. CHLOE CARLYLE. 4.136 GPA on 4.0 scale. Ranked 7th in her class of 166. Member of National Honor Society, student council. Four …
State 4-H Conference Develops Young Leaders – Courier-Tribune
The children represented Kansas City, Liberty, Kearney and Excelsior Springs: Georgia Barge, Allison Loar, Belle Loomis, Davan Murray, Rayven …
13-year-old Chiefs fan with rare disease attends game thanks to stranger’s kindness – MSN
Kelly owns a concrete company out of Excelsior Springs. Instead of just giving the Gonzalez family tickets to the Chiefs-Eagles game, he gave …
6 Loveliest Small Towns to Visit in Missouri This Summer – WorldAtlas
Hannibal · Hermann · Boonville · Ste. Genevieve · Excelsior Springs · Fulton · More in Places.
Daily Dirt: That, my friends, is a lot of saliva…and Hugh Jackman once turned down… – Muddy River News
Excelsior Springs: “Gained fame in the late 19th century for the healing qualities of its mineral waters.” Steve Thought O’ The Day — The Boston …
Master Gardener Training Program – Excelsior Springs – MU Extension
This will be an in-person training held at the Excelsior Springs Community Center. The class sessions will take place from 12:30 – 3:00 pm every …
Obituaries
The following are obituaries of those who have connections to Excelsior Springs. Click here for all Excelsior Springs obituaries.
Carole Ann Holmes
Kenneth Duane Casey
Dean Edward Savage
Mary A. Woltemath
Marie Holloway Bates
Dr. Richard Blair “Dick” Curnow M.D.
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