March 2026

This week, Excelsior Springs was slated to begin pursuing its fourth straight season of finishing .500 or better in varsity girls soccer. The Excelsior Springs girls, who finished 12-9 in 2025, had two games slated for this week – Tuesday on the road against Mid-Buchanan and Thursday against visiting Smithville.

Excelsior Springs coach David Stalder expects his varsity boys golf squad to get tested quickly this season. Here’s a look at the Tigers – who were slated to open the campaign March 20 with a tournament at Adam’s Pointe Golf Club, hosted by Oak Grove – courtesy of answers to a questionnaire, as submitted by Stalder … Coach bio in brief: Stalder is in his ninth year as coach.

One could consider this a rebuilding season for Excelsior Springs in varsity boys tennis. Here’s a look at the netters, who were slated to open the season Monday with a dual with visiting Oak Park, provided courtesy of the answers to a questionnaire, as submitted by coach Richie Marsh … Assistant coaches: A.W.

The Missouri Judiciary has issued a warning about at least one fake website “spoofing” Case.net that may expose the public to viruses or other malware. Recently uncovered, this fake website, Casenetmo.

Editor’s note: This is the final of a twopart story about the nonprofit Bridge of Hope and its work supporting women and families facing unexpected pregnancies. Part One focused on the organization’s mission, services and educational programs, while Part Two explores its efforts to address community health concerns, including testing, education and outreach related to sexually transmitted infections.

From driveway gatherings to neighborhood walks, Excelsior Springs is finding new ways to turn everyday moments into opportunities for connection. The effort includes initiatives such as the March Neighborliness Bracket and “Out & About in Your Neighborhood,” which aim to help residents build connections through simple, everyday interactions.

From growing up in poverty to moving across continents, two Job Corps students recently stood before a room of local leaders and business owners, sharing personal journeys shaped by hardship, relocation and determination,offering a firsthand look at the program’s impact on workforce training and community support.

A Homestead Village alderman accused in a deadly neighborhood shooting will now be allowed limited trips outside his residence after the court modified the conditions of his bond. Glen Michael Stice, 55, is facing two felony charges, including first-degree murder and armed criminal action.

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office has been awarded national accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) in the Communications program. This required the 911 Communications Center to meet more than 200 standards in accordance with professionally recognized criteria for excellence in management and service delivery.

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