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Editor’s Note: Submitted by Missouri Congressman Sam Graves, the following opinion piece focuses on continued issues with U.S. Postal Service (USPS) delivery service, including its latest push to reduce visit frequency to rural post offices.

With the 2025 filing season quickly approaching, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is encouraging taxpayers to take key steps now to prepare for filing their 2024 federal income tax returns next year.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Kansas City Division is seeking the public’s assistance in tracking down two wanted fugitives. Vasile Sava and Onita Rostas are subjects of arrest warrants that were issued by the United States District Court for the District of Kansas on Jan.

The Excelsior Springs School District has officially announced the arrival and dismissal procedures for the new Lewis Elementary school, which is set to open when students return from winter break on Jan. 13.

City leaders approved a new collective bargaining agreement for city firefighters, as well as a 60% hike in the water utility revenue surcharge. The new agreement, which aims to enhance working conditions, benefits and compensation for firefighters, was approved between the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local 42 and the City of Excelsior Springs.

Local law enforcement agencies recently hosted separate Christmas events for community children to foster better relationships between youth and law enforcement, as wel as to assist those who may be in need.

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) recently successfully apprehended a second suspect linked to a series of package thefts. The thievery took place in the Northland area during the Thanksgiving holiday and the subsequent weekend.

Four individuals have been arrested following a joint operation, Operation Full Cart Press, aimed at monitoring local businesses and safeguarding them against shoplifting. On Dec.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) recently set turkey and deer hunting dates for the 2025-2026 seasons. The hunting dates were approved by the Missouri Conservation Commission at its Dec.

With a rising number of vehicles parking in designated fire lanes during the holiday season and the colder months, the Excelsior Springs Fire Department (ESFD) is actively working to raise awareness about the critical importance of keeping these lanes clear.