May 2025

Collins places seventh at state

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Austin Collins finished his high school boys tennis career with a state medal around his neck. Collins, who graduated May 16 from Excelsior Springs, placed seventh in the singles portion of the Class 1 state tournament, held May 15-16 at the Cooper Tennis Complex in Springfield.

Fourth straight crown within baseballers’ reach

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At press time, Excelsior Springs varsity baseball coach Aaron Holst and his Tigers were on the verge of making school history. By crushing Kansas City Northeast 23-0 Tuesday at Excelsior Springs, the Tigers were set to play Benton of St.
KLAYTON GLASPY takes a big swing during Excelsior Springs’ regular-season finale with Grandview. SHAWN RONEY | Staff

Caps fly high for Orrick’s class of 2025

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The graduating class of Orrick High School stood shoulder to shoulder one final time, united in caps, gowns and community spirit. As the 97th class to receive diplomas from Orrick R-XI, the 36 seniors in the class of 2025 were celebrated not only for their academic accomplishments, but for their kindness, character and quiet leadership.
ORRICK HIGH SCHOOL graduates listen as speakers reflect on their achievements and offer advice for the future. MIRANDA JAMISON | Staff

Once a Tiger, always a Tiger

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For the final time, they stood together as students – 176 strong – in black and gold caps and gowns beneath the lights of the Tiger gymnasium. Excelsior Springs High School’s (ESHS) Class of 2025 gathered to celebrate the end of one chapter and the hopeful beginning of another.
ESHS GRADUATES stand to be honored for their academic achievements. MIRANDA JAMISON | Staff

Community survey offers path toward progress

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A healthier, longer life in Excelsior Springs might begin with just one click – or a pen and paper at the Hall of Waters. Through the end of May, Thrive Excelsior is asking residents to complete its 2025 Community Survey, a tool designed not only to collect opinions but to shape the city’s future.
Community survey offers path toward progress

Schwab earns Dean’s List honor

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An Excelsior Springs native has earned academic honors from Southern New Hampshire University for the Spring 2025 term. Skylar Schwab was named to the university’s Dean’s List, a recognition reserved for full-time undergraduate students who achieve a grade-point average between 3.500 and 3.699 for the reporting term.

FBI marks 45 years of fighting terrorism

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The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is marking the 45th anniversary of its first Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF). Formed in New York in 1980, the first JTTF became a model for law enforcement cooperation across the nation.