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The Excelsior Springs School District (ESSD) has officially appointed Doug Baker as the new activities director, succeeding Eric Marshall, who has announced his retirement after years of dedicated service.

A registered sex offender — who was allegedly fleeing from law enforcement with two juveniles in the vehicle — has been charged after his vehicle went airborne and crashed into the roof of the Clay-Ray Veterans Hall, located at 208 Veterans Memorial Drive.

An event aimed at bringing together community members dedicated to youth mental health and substance use prevention is being planned. The Northland Coalition, in collaboration with Beacon Mental Health, will host the 2025 Northland Prevention Conference at 8 a.m.

The May 7 deadline for the federal REAL ID enforcement is now less than four months away and the Missouri Department of Revenue (MDR) is urging residents to ensure they are prepared. Currently, only 41% of Missouri’s total document holders have a REAL ID.

The Excelsior Springs City Council unanimously approved an agreement with Navitas to replace and upgrade the community center’s pool air handling system, commonly referred to as the “pool pack.”

February is recognized as National Children’s Dental Health Month, a dedicated time to raise awareness about the significance of good oral hygiene practices among children and their families. This initiative encourages parents and caregivers to instill proper dental care habits early in life.

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Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part series spreading awareness about eating disorders and resources available. With National Eating Disorder Awareness Week being observed from Feb.

Ross Rea, a dedicated fifth-grade teacher at Lewis Elementary School, has been honored as the Best Teacher in the Town and Country Leader’s 2024 Community Excellence Awards. In just his second year of teaching within the Excelsior Springs School District (ESSD), Rea has already made a significant impact on his students and the community.