November 2023

Many area residents ask about the Hwy 10 Bridge and when it will be open – Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Communications Specialist Katie Manzke of the Kansas City District said MoDOT is looking for completion towards the end of November. “All work is weather permitting, and at this time, we do not have a specific date to share but we are very hopeful that the project will be completed this month,” said Manzke.

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Excelsior Springs High School’s club bowling team is back on the lanes. With members who include Olivia Smith, Quinlynn Davis, Brian Meek, Kylor Meek, Brody Hurla and Brighton Hibschle, the team has competed in three tournaments this season, placing fifth twice and sixth once.

On Nov. 15, Excelsior Springs put a cap on its varsity softball season.

Excelsior Springs coaches, studentathletes and fans are making the transition from fall sports into winter sports. Winter sports practices began recently at Excelsior Springs High School, per Missouri State High School Activities Association regulations.

Alyssa Betts knows she’ll miss high school athletics when she graduates in May 2024 from Excelsior Springs. And she’ll especially miss wrestling.

The Excelsior Standard, Nov. 17, 2023 Jackie Wayne “Jack” Wicker, 66, of Excelsior Springs passed away on Sunday, Nov.

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An Excelsior Springs man who was released on his own recognizance, has been arrested for violating court-ordered conditions of his bond. Facing felony charges of second- degree drug trafficking, Gary W.

The Excelsior Springs Hospital Board gathered to discuss recent financial gains while looking toward the future to secure more funding. In recent events, the hospital asked the city to authorize an Interfund loan for the facility for $125,000 up to $500,000 to be used as a short-term cash flow for the hospital’s needs.