October 2023

More than just a newspaper

Big city newspapers all over the country have locked their doors and thrown away the key due to the digital age taking over locally-based print companies.
More than just a newspaper

OUR DEVICES

My sister sends a text, telling me she is making lasagna, and asks if I will bring a cake. “Sounds great!” I readily agree.
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Netters fall to Carrollton in districts

Excelsior Springs’ quest for a second straight team district championship in girls tennis fell short. For the second straight season, the Tigers reached the championship dual of the Class 1 District 14 Tournament.
REBECCA McDADE, an Excelsior Springs junior, looks to hit a two-fisted backhand shot Oct. 4 against Carrollton in district play at Excelsior Springs. DUSTIN DANNER | Staff

Veteran partakes in Honor Flight

Longtime Excelsior Springs resident and veteran Barry Dale recently had the opportunity to visit Washington, D.C., through the Honor Flight Network of Kansas City free of charge.
CLAY COUNTY veteran Barry Dale describes his experience on the Kansas City Honor Flight. Dale flew to the nation’s capital in late September. ELIZABETH BARNT | Staff

ES Hospital still fighting for pandemic tax credit

The Excelsior Springs Hospital’s Board of Trustees is still fighting for an estimated $2.5 million from the Employee Retention Tax Credit in limbo since they first applied in September 2022. Trustees met Monday to discuss where their embattled claim currently stands, and possible next steps.