September 2023

Body SOPHIA BALES Staff Writer Residents commuting to and from Excelsior Springs have noticed the detour as the Missouri Hwy 10 Bridge is being worked on.

Body The Excelsior Springs West Side Committee recently hosted a get-together to bring property and business owners up to date on the Community Improvement District’s (CID) one-cent sales tax that goes into effect Oct. 1.

Body Synergy Services was on hand to discuss its trauma programs for Excelsior Springs students at the monthly Substance Abuse Free Environment (SAFE) coalition.

Body The Excelsior Springs Fire Department will now be able to fund emergency preparedness operations thanks to an annual funding allowance from the Excelsior Springs Capital Improvement Board. The board also agreed to replenish the city’s building maintenance fund.

Body The Excelsior Springs School District (ESSD) reported a concerning incident which occurred at Excelsior Springs Middle School on Sept. 7 when it was reported a student was carrying a weapon.

Body Many new faces are now a part of various community positions as appointments were made at a recent City Council meeting. John McGovern, former police chief, was appointed to the Excelsior Springs Board of Zoning and Adjustments, replacing Ambrose Buckman.

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Body ELIZABETH BARNT Staff Writer Excelsior Springs School Board Member Rick Strack helps retired veterans, first responders and medical personnel find their path to healing through the Battle Within program. The Excelsior Springs Standard 2001 W.

Body The Excelsior Springs Police Department reported the following arrests handled recently by the department. Friday, August 25 At 6:59 p.m., Jasmine Smith, 22, was arrested for driving while revoked.

Body Excelsior Springs started a winning streak in varsity volleyball last week. After getting swept 3-0 Sept.