October 2020

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – The Excelsior Springs Community Center’s Second Annual Pumpkin Plunge is set for Oct. 24.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – Many athletes run because they have to. Junior Jacey Brewer is a studentathlete who runs because she has fun doing it.

Body LIBERTY – Serving Ray, Clay and Platte counties, the Northland Coalition – with the support of Tri- County Mental Health Services – has partnered with the DEA, other law enforcement agencies and communities across the country to encourage the responsible disposal of prescription...

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – A 92-year Excelsior Springs tradition is not happening this year because of COVID-19.

Body COLUMBIA – A Gallup poll found teachers are tied with nurses for the most stressful occupation in America. Stress can trickle down on their students, leading to disruptive behavior that results in student suspensions.

Body Darrell Ray Holt, 37, of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, passed away Sept. 23, 2020, in Macon, Missippi, on his way home from helping restore power in Alabama.

Body LIBERTY – Election officials in Ray and Clay counties said they plan for secure, safe elections – free from violence some fear and guarding against COVID-19.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – The Senior Life Solutions program at Excelsior Springs Hospital is spreading the word about a growing concern in Clay County – and America in general. That concern is suicide among the elderly.