June 2024

The pursuit of comfort and pleasure can take on many different forms. Personally, finding joy in helping the ones loved ones is very meaningful to me, even when it occurs in challenging circumstances.

Like previous years, the Excelsior Springs Parks, Recreation and Community Center Department is offering a slate of lessons, leagues and camps this summer. Some of those activities are being offered with some help from Excelsior Springs High School coaches and teachers.

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In an effort to prevent electronic scams, the Clay County Prosecutor’s Office (CCPO) is partnering with PC’s for People to host an electronics recycling event. “We’ve been trying to be proactive in protecting the community from criminals,” said Clay County Prosecutor Zachary Thompson.

A 29-year-old Excelsior Springs woman facing a felony charge of unlawful possession of a firearm has entered a plea of not guilty. Destiny J.

After over two decades, an Excelsior Springs native has been acknowledged for his exceptional dedication to serving the community and its members. This recognition is a testament to the community’s keen eye for exceptional service and their integral role in the Excelsior Springs Fire Department operations.

Playing a round of golf is a great way to spend a morning, afternoon or early evening. That’s particularly true when the weather is warm and a golf course is soaked in sunshine and cooled down by warm breezes whistling through the surrounding trees.

Anyone who lives in close proximity to a pickleball court can no doubt attest to the popularity of the sport. According to the 2023 Topline Participation Report from the Sports & Fitness Industry Association, pickleball participation grew by 159 % between 2019 and 2022. Such figures are a testament to the popularity of a sport that has reinvigorated millions of players’ enthusiasm for physical activity and team sports.

Physical activity is an important component of overall health. Health experts advise that exercise can increase lean body mass, prevent conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease, improve balance, and positively affect mental health/cognition. Exercise also can foster socialization with others, helping people overcome boredom and isolation.