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The Excelsior Springs Hospital Board recently gathered to discuss the continuous growth of the facility, as well as other business matters. The hospital has seen exponential growth with an increase in 2,500 patients between 2020-2022 in the Emergency Room Department (ER) and has experienced an influx in pediatric patients for rehab services and psychiatric care.

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A 40-unit, 55-plus senior affordable housing project is inching toward becoming a reality. The Flats at Coach Crossing is a housing project made possible through Missouri Housing Development Corporation (MHDC) and the only MHDC project approved in Clay County during the 2022 round of approvals.

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June 7 marks the second annual Excelsior Springs Downtown Farmers Market, bringing locally sourced food to the community. Sponsored by Excelsior Springs Hospital and Excelsior Springs Area Chamber of Commerce, the farmer’s market is returning to the intersection of Broadway Ave. and Mill Street every Wednesday from 4-7 p.m.

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The Excelsior Springs community gathered at the American Legion downtown to honor and remember those who lost their lives while serving in the U.S. military.

Excelsior Springs Animal Clinic Veterinarian Pete Rucker retired in May 2023 after 45 years serving the community. Time spent on Dr.

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In the May 19 issue of Excelsior Springs Standard, Excelsior Springs High School graduate Juliana Morton was incorrectly identified as Richmond High School graduate Rachel Davis. The Standard regrets the error.