December 2020

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – Starting the varsity boys basketball season against a team that came out hot from outside the three-point line was not something the Tigers were expecting. But that is what happened during Excelsior Springs’ 59-39 loss Dec.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – The Tigers were undefeated through their first week of varsity girls basketball. Coach J.D.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – It appears senior Mayce Barber will have some more softball games to pitch after she graduates from Excelsior Springs High School.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – The Excelsior Springs High School commons will soon be quieter. ‘ The Board of Education agreed to install wood panels on the commons ceiling.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – The Lane of Lights tradition continues with a distinct claim to fame. While doing last-minute, opening day work on the lights, Clint Hylton says he believes Excelsior Springs has the longest Christmas lights tunnel in the metro area.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – The City Council approved the Fire Department’s radio system upgrade request. Assistant Chief of Communications Camron White told city leaders in a memo that updating the system would cost $291,018 with an estimated $2,500 licensing fee.

Body RICHMOND – The idea some in Washington floated – that COVID-19 would disappear after the presidential election – has proved false nationally and in Clay and Ray counties.

Body Betty D. Wilson, 93, of Excelsior Springs, passed away Wednesday, Nov.

Body Robert (Bob) Henry Asbacher, 79, passed away peacefully in his home in Excelsior Springs on Nov. 23, 2020.

Body Doris M. Kaiser, 87, of Excelsior Springs, died Dec.