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The Excelsior Springs Parks and Recreation Department has a slate of activities planned to help observe July as National Parks and Recreation Month. Recurring activities include toddler swimming for ages 2-5 8-11 a.m.

Demolition has begun at Lewis Elementary School following unanimous approval of the site plan by Excelsior Springs City Council. The site and plat plan for the new school was presented by Excelsior Springs City Planner Shantele Frie, who explained the new development will comply with the city codes and design standards.

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A 31-year-old Braymer woman is facing several charges from multiple agencies following a recent vehicle pursuit. After a vehicle was reported stolen from Casey’s gas station in Polo, Ray County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) Deputy Robbie Cox located and initiated the pursuit of the vehicle on Palmer Drive.

A 45-year-old Excelsior Springs resident, who is facing two felony charges, has waived a preliminary hearing. Ronald Dean Lana is charged with first-degree assault and armed criminal action.

The SkillsUSA championships in Atlanta, Georgia, recognized local student’s excellency, showcasing their career and technical education skills obtained through the Excelsior Springs Area Career Center.

The Excelsior Springs Police Department reported the following arrests handled recently by the department. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14 At 3:15 p.m., Antonio Carlock, 33, was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia, Possession of controlled substance/ opium; Possession of controlled substance/cocaine.

Ready in uniform, Excelsior Springs Job Corps Center (ESJCC) participated in the Annual Waterfest Parade in downtown Excelsior Springs. This was the first time since COVID that the center Naval ROTC Cadets have been available to participate in the parade.

A site plan for the new Lewis Elementary School was met with approval from Excelsior Springs Planning and Zoning Commission during a recent meeting. Presented by the Excelsior Springs School District, the site plan includes the latest design layout, featuring a brick, stucco exterior and architectural lines similar to the existing building, while incorporating a new monument with an electronic sign, as well as better parking and traffic flow for the surrounding area of the building.