Plan your next party with Moments and Memories
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Many longtime Excelsior Springs residents might remember 201 S. Thompson Ave.
August 2022
City leases acreage to Big Paw, Rhodus
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The city is leasing out some of its property for farming. On Aug.
State to check flow of stimulus dollars
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A stimulus funds hearing is planned for September, and perhaps another one for October, state Rep. Doug Richey told city leaders Aug.
Excelsior Hospital awarded children’s behavioral health grant
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A few months ago, Excelsior Springs Hospital CEO Kristen DeHart realized there was a problem the hospital needed to help address. “We really have some challenges in Excelsior Springs when it comes to our children and their behavioral health,” DeHart said.
‘Big Bus, No Big Deal’ event steers residents toward bus driving career
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Area residents had the opportunity to try their hand at driving a school bus on Aug. 6 in the Excelsior Springs High School parking lot.
BOE approves Evert to finish Houck’s term
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The Excelsior Springs Board of Education has filled a vacancy. Nominated by Troy Snelling, the board unanimously approved Jill Evert Monday night at the Support Services Center to finish Steve Houck’s term as director.
Van Till family opens new wine bar
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When Cliff and Debbie Van Till founded the Van Till Family Farm Winery in 2009 in Rayville, they hoped they would build a multigenerational business. And with the creation of a new business in downtown Excelsior Springs, the Van Tills have taken a step toward realizing that goal.
‘Suspicious package’ draws FBI investigation
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There’s an ongoing investigation headed by the FBI regarding a “suspicious package” left on Nike Base Road in Lawson. Lawson Fire and Rescue and the Ray County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched Monday to the scene.
Kevin Lee Bradshaw
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Kevin Lee Bradshaw, 55, of Osage Beach, formerly of Excelsior Springs, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Aug. 19, 2022.
Kevin was born on Aug. 14, 1967, in Kansas City, MO. Kevin graduated in 1985 from Excelsior Springs High School and was a member of the United Methodist Church. As the baby of five boys, Kevin was the one who tested the limits. He was passionate about his family and was always the protector of his twin brother, Keith.
Jasmine “Jazzy” “Sissy” Marie Eastland
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Jasmine “Jazzy” “Sissy” Marie Eastland, 6, of Excelsior Springs, MO passed away Aug. 11, 2022.
A memorial visitation will be held 5-6 p.m., Friday, Aug. 19, 2022, with celebration of life service following at Bross & Spidle Funeral Home, 217 W. Broadway, Excelsior Springs, MO.
Jasmine was born Feb. 19, 2016, at Liberty Hospital to Christopher M. Eastland, Sr. and Dove Knutson.
