June 2025

MIRANDA JAMISON Excelsior Springs is doubling down on community connection, encouraging residents to step outside, meet their neighbors and take pride in where they live through a growing lineup of citysupported initiatives. From the Mayor’s Block Party Challenge to curb appeal contests and a first responder celebration, city leaders are calling on residents to get involved, build relationships and help shape a more vibrant, welcoming community.

The Excelsior Standard, June 27, 2025 Brenda Lynn Perry, 67, of Excelsior Springs passed away peacefully June 17, 2025, at her home. Services will be held at 3 p.m.

Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 48-year-old Amy Sloan, who was last seen in Excelsior Springs on June 4. Sloan is described as a white female, 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighing approximately 190 pounds.

It’s funny how connection works. You can go looking for it in all the obvious places – shared interests, family ties, long-held friendships – and come up empty. Then, out of nowhere, it can surprise you. It can spark over something ridiculous, like a niche reality show, and leave you wondering how we ever thought the connection would need to be forced to begin with.

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As a dangerous heat wave approaches Missouri, Ameren is urging customers to act now with simple, practical steps that can help reduce energy costs and keep homes safe and comfortable. Meteorologists are predicting extreme temperatures in the coming weeks, prompting Ameren to share strategies for managing higher electricity use without compromising comfort or safety.

The weight of history rode in on iron wheels, cavalry boots and the voices of those determined to make sure the story never fades. Inside the visitor center at Watkins Mill State Park, a crowd listened closely as the stories of the Buffalo Soldiers unfolded – not just names from the past, but lives lived through war, survival and unshakable service.

What started with a grandmother’s passion for painting now inspires a new generation of young artists in downtown Excelsior Springs. Ramsey Gantt, founder of Miss Ramsey’s Little Artist’s Club, created the program as a tribute to her grandmother, Molly Roberts, who once hosted acrylic painting classes of her own.

Local authorities are reminding residents to prioritize firework safety during Independence Day celebrations. The Excelsior Springs Fire Department (ESFD) and the Excelsior Springs Police Department (ESPD) — who are partnering with the community to prioritize safety during the holidays — emphasize it is a collective responsibility for all residents to adhere to city codes and follow essential safety tips, ensuring a joyous and accident- free holiday.

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