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Waterfest, Excelsior Springs’ biggest festival, marks its 40th anniversary with a variety of events, food and fun. The much anticipated event begins today and continues through Saturday.

Excelsior Springs business owner Melynda Casey, 47, of Polo, Mo., is facing a felony charge of abuse or neglect of a child. According to the probable cause statement written by Ray County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) Detective Celeste Kaiser, Casey stated she had last seen her daughter (MRS) on June 12, just after midnight after arguing with her regarding food being snuck into her room.

As Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce Director Brian Rice will attest, perseverance pays off – particularly when it comes to securing a grand marshal for the Waterfest Parade. Sam Webb, now in his second season in pro football with the NFL franchise the Las Vegas Raiders, will be the grand marshal for this year’s parade, scheduled to begin at 9:30 a.m.

Community Center outdoor pool now open The Excelsior Springs Community Center recently hosted the grand opening of the outdoor aquatic facility. Staff of the center, along with city government, project contractors and their families came together for the celebration.

The Excelsior Springs Police Department reported the following arrests handled recently by the department. WEDNESDAY, MAY 31 At 1:47 a.m., Joshua Duncan Sr., 45, was arrested for domestic assault.

Having regular meals with family means being able to spend time together. The Meaningful Meals media campaign associated with Parent Up and the Excelsior Springs SAFE (Substance Abuse-Free Environment) coalition explains sharing meals can lower rates of substance use and depression.

U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy’s warning of a loneliness epidemic in the U.S. was the topic of discussion during a recent meeting between Excelsior Springs Hospital’s Psychiatrist and Medical Director Roshan Dasari and the Excelsior Springs Substance Abuse-Free Environment coalition.

The “Art of Robert Grace” is the focal point of an open house set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 17 at the Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives. Robert Grace is a professional illustrator and a 1974 graduate of Excelsior Springs High School.

Prevention, intervention and protection are the principles behind the Clay County Juvenile Office (CCJO), which now offers community programs through the Dispute Resolution and Family Court division. Delinquency Unit Office Staff Jeanetta Belfonte and Connie Bell of the CCJO explained there are several programs available which the community can utilize.

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