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The Excelsior Springs Historic Preservation Commission assembled recently, recognizing local property owners that have restored and renovated historic properties. Nominations for the awards were made by community members, and presented by chairman Betty Bissell.

Mark Spohn is an intricate part of the Excelsior Springs community. Elected mayor of Excelsior Springs with a 4-1 vote on April 14, he took over the role soon after.

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A new youth program focused on drug prevention and mental health, titled The Possibility Project, was the topic of discussion during a recent meeting between Youth Prevention Media Specialist Jonathan Ridgeway from Tri-County Mental Health and the Excelsior Springs Substance Abuse-Free Environments (SAFE) coalition.

A hearing earlier this week to set a trial date in the Keith Bass II murder trial has been continued as both the prosecution and defense are waiting on reports and results. Bass appeared in custody with his public defender, Tracy McFadin, in the case of the alleged murder of Theresa Bass, 44, and attempted murder of Bobby Neal Jr., who succumbed to his injuries on March 18.

Two vehicles collided on 10 Highway and South New Garden Road in Ray County recently, leaving one man with minor injuries. According to Ray County Sheriff Scott Childers, Larry L.

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