October 2023

The Excelsior Springs Thrive Leadership Academy began Oct. 9, bringing people together to learn about leadership and the systematic approach the community uses to make change and affect city improvement and growth.

City Clerk Shannon Stroud believes getting involved and working within the community can be a fulfilling opportunity. Stroud began her career journey when she attended Missouri Western State University in St.

The Clay County Health Center recently celebrated its 70th anniversary and continues gaining momentum to serve the Clay County region with various services. Kelsy Neth, communications specialist, described the celebration as a time for staff to discuss new and ongoing programs and the good works of the health center as they continue to provide for Clay County residents.

The Excelsior Standard, Oct. 13, 2023 Whitney Davis Whitney Alynn (Baker) Davis, 47, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Oct.

Excelsior Springs is back above .500 again in varsity boys soccer. With Monday’s home win over St.

It’s postseason time for Excelsior Springs in varsity softball. At press time, the fourth-seeded Tigers were slated to open the Class 4 District 8 Tournament Thursday against fifthseeded, Independence-based William Chrisman at Miracle Field, with the winner to face the Kearney-Lincoln College Prep winner in the semifinals of the single-elimination tournament at 12:45 p.m.

.

A 29-year-old Cass County man facing felony charges appeared in court this week requesting a reduction of his $30,000 bond. After allegedly leading law enforcement on a Sept.

The Excelsior Springs Council has declared by proclamation Oct. 8-14, 2023 as Fire Prevention Week.

The Excelsior Springs Park and Recreations Board discussed the early closure of the Rainbow Splash pad amid warmer weather days stretching into early fall. Parks and Recreations Director Nate Williams explained that the splash pad has a recirculation system that must be winterized before cold weather sets in.