Excelsior Springs officials recently approved an expanded energy demand response agreement, allowing the city to earn revenue year-round by reducing strain on the power grid during peak-demand periods.

More than 100 community members took part in Excelsior Springs School District’s strategic planning kickoff, launching the next phase of a five-year effort to turn previously approved district goals into detailed action plans.

Police body cameras and upgraded dash cameras will become part of everyday operations in Excelsior Springs as new equipment purchases and related law enforcement actions move forward. During a recent meeting, city council members authorized a fiveyear service agreement with Axon Enterprise Inc.