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Shops, boutiques and galleries in downtown Excelsior Springs opened their doors for the annual Spring Open House. Each participating business handed out an Easter egg with every purchase, each containing a sweet surprise.

The monthly Substance Abuse Free Environment meeting (SAFE) at Excelsior Springs Hospital was held recently. SAFE, a prevention coalition that partners with Excelsior Springs Hospital, is for those passionate about creating healthy safe environments for youth around the tri-county region.

Gary W. Gillispie II appeared in person, in custody, for a bond reduction hearing recently in the Seventh Judicial Circuit Court in Clay County. The 38-year-old Excelsior Springs resident is charged with one class B felony of trafficking in the second degree.

A historic time for Clay County Sheriff’s office was marked with in 2022. The office – which celebrated 200 years of service within the Clay County region in 2022 – is the largest law enforcement agency in the Northland area.

The Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce recently held their inaugural Adult Trolley Easter Egg Hunt Adventure. The event allowed residents and visitors the opportunity to see what the city has to offer as they rode together in a trolley.

Assorted city business regarding changes and improvements was handled by the Excelsior Springs City Council during its recent meeting. Nate Williams, director of Excelsior Springs Parks and Recreation and Community Center, presented two considerations of change for community center projects.

April marks the 20th anniversary of National Donate Life Month, which each year highlights the importance of registering your decision to be a donor, honors deceased and living donors and celebrates the lives they saved. More than 100,000 patients are currently waiting for an organ transplant in the United States, with 1,600 of them being from Missouri.

Missouri Humanities, a nonprofit organization wanting to inform society of educational measures, will be presenting a free Cultural Heritage Workshop. With hopes of enhancing lives and strengthening communities by connecting with individuals, the organization wants to enhance lives and strengthen communities like Excelsior Springs.

Did you know that taking time to improve your sleep quality is a great way to improve your mental health? Quality sleep allows your brain to process emotions, thoughts, and memories. It empowers your brain to improve its thinking and learning skills, and it helps improve your overall well-being.

The annual French Quarter Piccadilly Gala fundraiser was recently held at The Montgomery Event Venue in downtown Excelsior Springs. This year’s Mardi Gras theme had everyone showing up in colorful gold, green and purple festive wear.