December 2023

As Excelsior Springs senior Bailee Baxter will attest, there are many lessons to be learned from wrestling. Baxter is grateful for the lessons the sport has taught her.

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When we think about Christmas traditions, especially those of us with small children, the framework revolves around music, food and generalized festivities, including seeing Santa Claus or driving around to witness the neighbors’ decorations in the evening shadows.

as Excelsior Springs Hospital’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). It has been clarified that Untch has yet to take on the new role and has been hired as an interim. Kristen DeHart explained the Hospital Board will help decide whether he will step into the CFO position within the next few months.

In a recent press release, Will Akin, current Clay County Sheriff, announced his plan to pursue a second term as sheriff. So far, he is the only candidate to declare for the nonpartisan position.

The Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Christmas luncheon at the historic Elms Hotel and Spa and announced the winners for this year’s Chamber Award recipients as well as updated members on the chamber’s yearly achievements.

The Excelsior Springs School Board honored students for their hard work and dedication for their participation in the annual school play “Seussical the Musical,” as well as recognizing the boy’s soccer team for ranking fourth in the Class 2 state boys soccer tournament.

Excelsior Springs Parks and Recreation Foundation (ESPR) is raising funds for community projects, including the new Milwaukee Park, and you can help by purchasing engraved bricks that will be a part of the walkway at Rainbow Splash Park.

The Excelsior Standard, Dec. 22, 2023 Diana Lynn Bernard, 62, of Excelsior Springs went home to be with our Lord on Dec.