April 2023

Clay County sheriff releases fiscal report

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A historic time for Clay County Sheriff’s office was marked with in 2022. The office – which celebrated 200 years of service within the Clay County region in 2022 – is the largest law enforcement agency in the Northland area.
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Boys netters take two of three duals

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After two weeks of varsity boys tennis, Excelsior Springs has more dual wins than losses. The local netters were 3-2 entering Monday’s home dual with Fort Osage of Independence – one of three duals slated for this week, along with Wednesday’s Excelsior Springs Tournament.
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS SENIOR Colby Mueller prepares to execute a backhand shot during an April 4 home varsity tennis dual with Harrisonville. DUSTIN DANNER | Staff

ES girls get goals but go 1-1 for week

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Last week, the Tigers scored more goals in two games of varsity girls soccer than they had in their first four games combined. They had only one victory, however, to show for all that scoring.

ES boys golfers take third at Cameron

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The Excelsior Springs varsity boys golf team nearly brought home a second-place finish from last week’s Cameron Tournament. Led by an 82 from junior Jacob Schmidt, the Tigers shot a combined 469 at the April 5 competition, held at the Cameron Veterans Memorial Golf Course.

Banquet caps boys wrestling season

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On April 2, Excelsior Springs boys wrestling coach Cody Beck recognized the hard work his Tigers had put in this season. That afternoon at the high school, the team held its end-of-season banquet.
THE EXCELSIOR SPRINGS High School wrestling award-winners are (from left) Cooper Collins, Ryne Marcum, Hunter Scoma, Micah Danner and Francisco Sanchez. DUSTIN DANNER | Staff

Spring Open House hosted downtown

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Shops, boutiques and galleries in downtown Excelsior Springs opened their doors for the annual Spring Open House. Each participating business handed out an Easter egg with every purchase, each containing a sweet surprise.
Spring Open House hosted downtown

Free showing of George Foreman movie held in KC

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Jobs Corps is the largest residential career training program nationwide, operating for over 50 years. Jobs Corps has helped eligible people aged 16 through 24 complete their high school education, train for future careers, and seek employment since 1964.

Corrections:

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In the April 7, 2023, edition, Gary Renne’s name was misspelled. It also was stated that Stephen Spear would be the next mayor.

Clay County sheriff sees importance of community outreach programs

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The Clay County Sheriff’s office has one mission statement — to accept change, create value and inspire others while bringing communities together with integrity and transparency. The department has made progress in promoting a positive connection with residents through their community outreach programs.
MAJ. ROBERT HAYES passes out candy at a trunk or treat event. Submitted