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Universal Design is not for everyone

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Excelsior Springs, in partnership with the Mid-America Regional Council, now offers information for remodeling homes using universal design. Excelsior Springs Neighborhood Specialist Laura Mize explained homes don’t support an individual’s daily activities as they age over time.
LAURA MIZE speaks on behalf of universal design. ELIZABETH BARNT | Staff

Plane crashes in soybean field

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A Kansas man was pronounced dead on the scene of a Kearney plane crash last week. Alan Doug Moler, 79, of Valley Center, was killed when the plane he was piloting crashed in a field near N.E.
THE PILOT died after his plane crashed into a soybean field and caught fire. Submitted

Local farmers discuss drought conditions

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Citing drought conditions, two local farmers say they have been impacted by the recent dry, hot weather conditions in the state. Missouri remains dangerously dry, although drought conditions have improved slightly over the past week, according to northwestmoinfo.com.
TOM RUGGIERI and Rebecca Graff discuss how the drought has affected their farm. ELIZABETH BARNT | Staff

Orrick church members donate to VCP

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Showing gratitude for local veterans, Orrick Christian Church (OCC) representatives recently delivered gifts and cash to Veterans Community Project (VCP) Outreach Center in Kansas City, Mo. The group delivered more than 200 items, with a total value of $500, along with $1,795 in cash and gift card donations as a tribute to veterans.
CHRIS ADMIRE (from left) accepted donations from OCC members Barbara and Mike Britt. Submitted

Safety measures for Lewis students addressed

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With the 2023-24 school year right around the corner, Excelsior Springs School District Deputy Superintendent Mark Bullimore shared safety measures and transportation information for Lewis Elementary School students attending school at a new location when school starts on Aug. 23.
Mark Bullimore
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