April 2024

ES golfers win individual, best ball competitions

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Excelsior Springs produced not one, not two, but three champions at last week’s Lafayette County Tournament. The April 17 competition at the Higginsville Golf & Country Club offered three formats – individual, best ball and scramble.

In pictures: Split

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Excelsior Springs nudged closer to its 10th win this season with its most recent home triangular. 

After falling 10-6 to Smithville, the Tigers defeated Pleasant Hill 6-2, giving them win No. 9. Here are some images from both April 20 games, captured by sports editor Shawn Roney.

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ES netters thump Richmond, but fall to WC

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Last week, Excelsior Springs boys tennis coach Richie Marsh and his Tigers got their first dual win this season.

Their second win, however, eluded them.

As The Standard reported April 19, the Tigers cruised past Richmond 9-0 April 15 at Maurice Roberts Park.

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Safety Patrol to be implemented

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The American Automobile Association (AAA) Safety Patrol Program is coming to Excelsior Springs elementary schools. The program is designed with the purpose of creating a safe and secure environment for schoolchildren.
ESSD DEPUTY Superintendent Dr. Mark Bullimore (left) and ESPD School Resource Officer Samantha Nash-St. John lead the implementation of the Safety Patrol Program in Excelsior Springs elementary schools. MIRANDA JAMISON | Staff

Coe recognized for dedication, commitment

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Recognizing hard work and dedication is an essential part of building a community that values its employees. That’s why Excelsior Springs School District (ESSD) proudly announced Rachel Coe as the Classified Employee of the Month.
AFTER NINE YEARS with the Excelsior Springs School District, Rachel Coe has been named Classified Employee of the Month due to her hard work and dedication. Submitted

Three ESACC students nationals bound

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Three exceptional students who have demonstrated impressive hard work, dedication and skill in their respective fields of expertise have earned a well-deserved spot in the upcoming national SkillsUSA competition.
MADELYN THROCKMORTON conquers the SkillsUSA State competition in HVAC and is nationals bound.