July 2023

Preliminary hearing waived, on assault, weapons charges

2 years ago By Miranda Jamison

A 45-year-old Excelsior Springs resident, who is facing two felony charges, has waived a preliminary hearing. Ronald Dean Lana is charged with first-degree assault and armed criminal action.

Multiple agencies respond to pursuit

2 years ago By Miranda Jamison

A 31-year-old Braymer woman is facing several charges from multiple agencies following a recent vehicle pursuit. After a vehicle was reported stolen from Casey’s gas station in Polo, Ray County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) Deputy Robbie Cox located and initiated the pursuit of the vehicle on Palmer Drive.

Alleged suspect Taylor D. Shoe was transported for medical treatment by Liberty Fire Department following pursuit of a stolen vehicle. See story on Page 2. MIRANDA JAMISON | Staff

Parks, Recreation Month starts with a Splash!

2 years ago By News Staff

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Adeline Daniel makes a splash on the water slide during the Parks and Recreation Month kickoff event. More photos on page 7. ELIZABETH BARNT | Staff

Final approval on new school granted

2 years ago By Elizabeth Barnt

Demolition has begun at Lewis Elementary School following unanimous approval of the site plan by Excelsior Springs City Council. The site and plat plan for the new school was presented by Excelsior Springs City Planner Shantele Frie, who explained the new development will comply with the city codes and design standards.

Lewis Elementary School gated off in preparation for demolition to begin. ELIZABETH BARNT | Staff

Crushers reach tourney semis

2 years ago By Dustin Danner

Another crop of young baseball players could be joining the Excelsior Springs High School program in a few years. The potential Tigers play for the 12-andunder Crushers.

THE CRUSHERS, a 12-and-under Excelsior Springs-based ballclub, display their second-place banner from the KC Sports Crown Town Challenge. Players (from left) are Bently Cramer, Jaxton Smith, Tristan Schmidt, Jack Gray, Braydon Pearson, Kolt Nielsen, Bennett Hughes, Halden Aldana and Connor Marsh. The coaches are J.P. Nielsen and Richie Marsh. DUSTIN DANNER | Staff

Calendar packed for Parks/Recreation Month

2 years ago By Dustin Danner

The Excelsior Springs Parks and Recreation Department has a slate of activities planned to help observe July as National Parks and Recreation Month. Recurring activities include toddler swimming for ages 2-5 8-11 a.m.

ES Community Center kicks off Parks and Rec Month

2 years ago By News Staff

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August Gonzalez waves giant bubbles into the air. ELIZABETH BARNT | Staff

Farabee creates joy for city

2 years ago By Elizabeth Barnt

One local man’s goal to make people smile is happening one drawing at a time as he creates artwork along the sidewalks of downtown Excelsior Springs. Robbie Farabee was raised in the neighboring community of Wood Heights.

Robbie Farabee sketches Christmas art on the Richmond News window with window art markers. SOPHIA BALES | Staff

MSNP raises awareness for suicide prevention

2 years ago By Elizabeth Barnt

The 2020 Missouri Suicide Prevention Network’s (MSNP) data indicates Missouri suicide rates were the eleventh leading cause of death for all ages and the third leading cause of death among 10–24-year-olds.

MSNP raises awareness for suicide prevention

Lithia Landing project undergoes minor setback

2 years ago By Elizabeth Barnt

The Excelsior Springs Downtown Partnership (DEP) is working on securing a grant for the Litha Landing deck project after a setback brought up by the city attorney concerning utilization of funds. “The city attorney is trying to ensure that the city is utilizing funds properly,” said DEP’s Executive Director, Lyndsey Baxter, who noted the attorney fears DEP would be considered a general contractor if the city issues a grant.