August 2026

Body Downtown Excelsior Springs continued to show measurable growth in 2025, with more than 387,000 visits and $8.32 million in retail sales reported across the district.

Body Long before websites, social media and smartphones delivered news within seconds, residents of ExcelsiorSprings turned to the local newspaper to learn what was happening in their community.

Body There was a time when I was a regular on the local garage sale circuit, nosing around for discarded treasures and irresistible bargains. Not so much at this season of life. My wife says we have too much stuff as it is.

Body Some Excelsior Springs varsity boys soccer players got some additional game-like reps after the final scrimmage of the Tigers’ Aug. 22 home preseason jamboree.

Body Creating a community where older residents can remain connected, active and involved continues to guide aging efforts in Excelsior Springs.

Body Prosecutors have dropped two charges against an Excelsior Springs woman accused of sexual abuse, narrowing the more than four-year-old case to seven felonies and one misdemeanor just weeks before trial.

Body Editor’s note: This is the final of a two-part story about Excelsior Springs’ neighboring efforts.

Body Excelsior Springs varsity football coach Jake Danneman expects his Tigers to be a tough opponent this season. Here’s a look at the varsity squad, which opens the season Aug.