August 2026

Body Excelsior Springs voters narrowly approved a 5% transient guest tax on overnight lodging during the Aug. 4 Primary Election, creating a dedicated funding source for tourism promotion.

Body For over a year, nearby residents pleaded with Mosby officials to stop underground mining from expanding beneath the area. Instead, city leaders voted to formally add it to the city’s zoning regulations — unanimously.

Body From accountability to culture, this month’s Excelsior Springs Lunch and Learn examined the principles behind building successful organizations.

Body For the second straight week, Excelsior Springs varsity football coach Jake Danneman saw improvements in the Tigers between the first and second day of limited- contact scrimmaging with visiting schools.

Body Before Excelsior Springs entered this week’s dead period for interscholastic athletics, varsity soccer coach Brett McKenzie got his high school boys players together for some refresher work on their skills.

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Body Despite continued opposition from nearby residents, the Mosby Board of Aldermen approved an amendment adding underground mining and deep mining of materials, including limestone, as permitted uses in the city’s M3 heavy industrial district.

Body From protecting bank accounts to protecting dinner tables, Excelsior Springs Hospital’s August Health and Wellness programs will focus on helping residents recognize everyday risks before they become bigger problems.

Body Dozens of Clay County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies could receive additional salary and benefit funding through a newly approved state grant.

Body A last-minute change to the Clay County Commission agenda sparked sharp criticism after several commissioners questioned Presiding Commissioner Jerry Nolte’s decision to postpone a citizen recognition just days before the Aug. 4 election.