October 2023

More than just a newspaper

Body Big city newspapers all over the country have locked their doors and thrown away the key due to the digital age taking over locally-based print companies.
More than just a newspaper

OUR DEVICES

Body My sister sends a text, telling me she is making lasagna, and asks if I will bring a cake. “Sounds great!” I readily agree.
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Netters fall to Carrollton in districts

Body Excelsior Springs’ quest for a second straight team district championship in girls tennis fell short. For the second straight season, the Tigers reached the championship dual of the Class 1 District 14 Tournament.
REBECCA McDADE, an Excelsior Springs junior, looks to hit a two-fisted backhand shot Oct. 4 against Carrollton in district play at Excelsior Springs. DUSTIN DANNER | Staff

Body of a missing man found near Mosby

Body The body of a missing Kansas City man was located in rural Clay County the morning of Saturday, Oct. 7. The Kansas City Kansas Police Department (KCKPD) stated in a press release: “A property owner north of Mosby, Mo.

Veteran partakes in Honor Flight

Body Longtime Excelsior Springs resident and veteran Barry Dale recently had the opportunity to visit Washington, D.C., through the Honor Flight Network of Kansas City free of charge.
CLAY COUNTY veteran Barry Dale describes his experience on the Kansas City Honor Flight. Dale flew to the nation’s capital in late September. ELIZABETH BARNT | Staff