December 2024

ESH shares holiday loneliness tips

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Excelsior Springs Hospital (ESH) is offering strategies to help manage feelings of isolation and loneliness during the holidays. With the arrival of the holiday season, many experience a sense of joy and a strong feeling of community.

CCSO makes arrest on package thefts

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An Excelsior Springs woman has been arrested after being charged with theft for taking packages from porches throughout Clay County. Kayley Worthington, 24, has been charged with two felonies including theft and possession of a controlled substance.
Kayley Worthington

ES alums receive medals at UCM tourney

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Two Excelsior Springs High School alumni, now members of the University of Central Missouri (UCM) men’s wrestling team, picked up medals at the Kaufman Brand Bayly UCM Open. Damon Ashworth, a 2021 graduate, was the 184-pound elite champion at the Nov.
DAMON ASHWORTH (left), an Excelsior Springs High School graduate, continues to win wrestling titles at the University of Central Missouri. ERICK VARGAS | Courtesy of UCM Athletics

MUE announces online education

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The University of Missouri Extension (MUE) has announced three upcoming webinars intended to educate the public. The upcoming webinars include master gardener training, a vegetable production series and funding for small farmers and food producers.
MUE announces online education

American Red Cross urges holiday blood donation

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As the holiday season continues into December, the American Red Cross is reminding all eligible donors to consider the importance of maintaining the blood supply during this critical time. Donating blood or platelets this month can make a significant difference for patients in need.
American Red Cross urges holiday blood donation