July 2023

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Citing drought conditions, two local farmers say they have been impacted by the recent dry, hot weather conditions in the state. Missouri remains dangerously dry, although drought conditions have improved slightly over the past week, according to northwestmoinfo.com.

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A Kansas man was pronounced dead on the scene of a Kearney plane crash last week. Alan Doug Moler, 79, of Valley Center, was killed when the plane he was piloting crashed in a field near N.E.

Sometimes, rivals on the playing field can be great friends who come together for a special cause. Such was the case July 21 in Excelsior Springs, when softball alumni from Excelsior Springs and Richmond faced off in a benefit game to help the family of Presley Minnick.

Excelsior Springs, in partnership with the Mid-America Regional Council, now offers information for remodeling homes using universal design. Excelsior Springs Neighborhood Specialist Laura Mize explained homes don’t support an individual’s daily activities as they age over time.

The Excelsior Springs Fire Department took part in Hero Storytime at Mid-Continent Public Library recently. Firefighters spent an afternoon with community children reading stories, singing and dancing.

With the mission of providing community-driven healthcare, Excelsior Springs Hospital (ESH) is taking another step in innovative health and wellness services. Partnering with the community, ESH will now be providing meals to the public through Café 1700.