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The Excelsior Springs Police Department reported the following arrests handled recently by the department. Friday, August 25 At 6:59 p.m., Jasmine Smith, 22, was arrested for driving while revoked.

In the Sept. 8 issue of the Excelsior Springs Standard, Music Director of the First United Methodist Church Marvin Byas IV was incorrectly identified as Marvin Bates IV..

The fate of an Excelsior Springs woman facing numerous felony charges will be determined by a jury of her peers, as a 2024 trial date has been set. Desiree A.

The new Oracle Cerner and Multi-view operating systems are up and running at the Excelsior Springs Hospital. Board members gathered to discuss the recent changes at a routine meeting.

An Orrick man is facing multiple felony child sex abuse charges in regards to two different cases. Elliott B.

September 18-24 is Diaper Need Awareness Week in Excelsior Springs following the national observance. Mayor Mark Spohn recently signed a proclamation to draw attention to the issue of those struggling to purchase diapers for their children.

On Nov. 7, voters will decide whether to impose a $1 monthly fee on any wireless device capable of calling 911 to help fund the regional system.

Evelyn Cowsert (left) serves the last of patrons before closing the doors to the Mill Inn restaurant. From near to far, people swarmed the Mill Inn family restaurant in Excelsior Springs to eat one more meal and bid farewell to owner Evelyn Cowsert, who has decided to retire.

Republican Kurtis Gregory, state representative for the 51st District, has announced his bid for the Missouri Senate’s 21st District seat, running against Doug Richey. The district is currently represented by Senator Denny Hoskins, who cannot seek reelection due to term limitations.

The Excelsior Springs Housing Authority discussed capacity limits for their properties and the amount of Section 8 vouchers they are utilizing during a recent board meeting. Housing Authority Executive Director Carrie Hiltner informed the board that the current occupancy capacities for housing authority apartment buildings is as follows: • Housing Authority main apartment complex — 96% occupancy • Philly apartment complex —91% occupancy • Saratoga apartment complex — 88% occupancy.