May 2025

Resource fair connects residents with support

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Organizers of the Excelsior Springs Community Resource Fair are offering a closer look at the inspiration and goals behind this growing effort to connect residents with vital services. The fair, set for May 14 from 3-5 p.m.

Trial set for Lawson man

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A Lawson man was denied a request to modify his bond after a Ray County judge set a jury trial in a case alleging multiple child sex crimes. James M.
James Erskin

ES grad aims to make hometown proud

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Excelsior Springs native Kenzlee Mc-Daniels is preparing to take her volleyball journey to the collegiate level and along the way, she hopes to make her hometown proud. McDaniels, 18, will attend Missouri Valley College this fall on a volleyball scholarship, continuing a passion she’s pursued since she was nine years old.
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS alumni Kenzlee McDaniels commits to Missouri Valley College. Submitted

Volunteers make big impact, Earth Day cleanup

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Armed with gloves, long sleeves and a shared passion for their community, a dedicated group of volunteers recently came together to give Excelsior Springs a fresh look during this year’s Earth Day Cleanup. This annual event continues to expand in both participation and impact within the community.