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Alumna teacher recognized as Hope Award recipient

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The announcement of the Hope Award at Excelsior Springs School District’s Convocation is always a surprise. This year, the honor went to a familiar face in the halls of Excelsior Springs High School – science teacher and alumna Ally Querry.
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT Dr. Melissa Miller (right) presents Ally Querry with the 2025 Hope Award during the Excelsior Springs School District Convocation. Submitted

SAFE shares Medicaid concerns, prevention opportunities

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Upcoming federal changes to Medicaid could lead to widespread coverage losses and financial strain on hospitals, with Clay County residents among those expected to feel the effects. Lauren Crome, health policy analyst at the Clay County Public Health Center, outlined the impact during a recent Excelsior Springs Substance Abuse Free Environments (SAFE) meeting.

Court tightens release for ES man in probation case

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An Excelsior Springs man will return to court next month on an alleged probation violation after a judge tightened his release to house arrest with GPS monitoring and set a $5,000 bond. Anthony Louis Guzman was arrested on a Ray County probationviolation warrant on Aug.

Community rallies at YMCA golf tournament

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The YMCA drew more than 160 players and volunteers to the greens this year, turning a summer golf tournament into a major fundraiser for the Challenger program. With games on every hole, a live auction and a fireworks show capping off the evening, the annual event raised more than $23,000 to help families and athletes with disabilities.
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