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ES City Council approves new purchases

2 years ago By Elizabeth Barnt

The Excelsior Springs City Council recently approved the purchase of new bunker gear and tasers for the city’s first responders to aid in their services of keeping the city safe. Fire Chief Joe Maddick presented the council with the approval of purchase consideration for 18 sets of new bunker gear.

Hospital presents surgical services at Senior Center

2 years ago By Elizabeth Barnt

Excelsior Springs Hospital (ESH) surgical services offers varying surgical services at the hospital. Emily Braun, director of surgical services, said the hospital offers general surgery, orthopedics, urology, ear, nose and throat and podiatry surgical procedures.

ELIZABETH BARNT | Staff EMILY BRAUN speaks to guests about robotics being used in surgical procedures.

Fly-In on the River

2 years ago By Elizabeth Barnt

Barbeque enthusiasts came to witness the 23rd annual Barbeque Fly-In on the River Festival in Excelsior Springs. Over 50 teams participated in the event, endorsed by the Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) and hosted by the Downtown Excelsior Partnership group (DEP).

DAMN FINE BEEF AND SWINE win the turkey smoke competition and are awarded the $2,000 grand prize. ELIZABETH BARNT | Staff

Community gathers for groundbreaking ceremony

2 years ago By News Staff

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COMMUNITY MEMBERS gathered for groundbreaking in anticipation of the new building that will soon take shape on the empty lot, including Gregory Dull (from left), Reggie St. John, Stephen Spear, Darren McKown, Tray Harkins, Kayla Goode, Troy Snelling, Jill Evert, Kenny Manley, Rick Strack and Brian Rice. ELIZABETH BARNT | Staff

National Farmers Market Week declared

2 years ago By News Staff

Around the nation small farms celebrated National Farmers Market Week in honor of the growth and impact of farmers markets and the role they have on America’s food supply.

Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce’s Farmers Market Coalition recently celebrated the designation with guest speaker Mayor Mark Spohn.

Spohn declared the national holiday is to be observed in Excelsior Springs Aug. 6-12 in order to celebrate farmers and what they provide for people in the area, including locally and regionally produced foods and agricultural products.

School board makes curriculum change

2 years ago By Elizabeth Barnt

Recently the Excelsior Springs School Board met and agreed to make updates for students regarding the district’s curriculum. Assistant Superintendent, Dr.

Road closures set for Fly-In

2 years ago By Elizabeth Barnt

The 23rd Annual BBQ & Fly-In on the River, scheduled for Friday, Aug. 18, from 6 a.m. to Aug. 19, at 5 p.m., requires the closure of several streets and parking lots that will prohibit vehicle traffic.

Balloons create a sensation at farmers’ market

2 years ago By Elizabeth Barnt

Around the nation small farms celebrated National Farmers Market Week in honor of the growth and impact of farmers markets and the role they have on America’s food supply. Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce’s Farmers Market Coalition recently celebrated the designation with guest speaker Mayor Mark Spohn.

WYNNIE BASIL clings to her balloons as she learns how to make her own balloon costume. See story on page 6. ELIZABETH BARNT | Staff

ES Trust Authority discuss future projects

2 years ago By Elizabeth Barnt

The Excelsior Springs Capital Improvements and Transportation Trust Authority recently discussed city finances, as well as current and upcoming projects. Molly McGovern, city manager, presented the authority members with financial documents explaining she compared January through July of 2023 to last year’s financial information.

Young local athlete competes nationally

2 years ago By Elizabeth Barnt

Cian Miller, a tri-sport athlete and Lewis Elementary school third grader, recently participated in the Junior Olympics in Des Moines, Iowa, with KC Fire Track Club out of Liberty. KC Fire Track Club, a nonprofit youth track and field association for athletes aged eight to 18 years old, is affiliated with the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) and USA Track and Field organizations allowing competitors to qualify in events to compete at a national level, including the Junior Olympics.

CIAN MILLER socializes before the Junior Olympics competition begins. JOSH MILLER | Submitted

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