May 2024

Upcoming neighborhood programs

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Come learn how to engage with neighbors in your neighborhood! Attend Becoming an Engaged Neighbor with Laura Mize, Neighborhood Specialist, May 28th at 7:00 p.m. at the Mid-continent Public Library.

Parenting program draws attention from state, federal visitors

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The Clay County Parenting Court Program is a pioneering initiative that aims to assist parents in raising their children in a healthy and supportive environment. The program provides valuable resources and guidance to parents who are struggling to overcome challenges such as addiction, financial instability and relationship issues. It is meant to serve as an alternative to incarceration.
STATE AND FEDERAL administrators see the Clay County Parenting Court Program in action during a recent visit. The program is meant to serve as an alternative to incarceration and provides guidance to parents. MIRANDA JAMISON | Staff

DEP given reins to Lithia’s Landing

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The City of Excelsior Springs Councilmembers recently approved a partnership with Downtown Excelsior Partnership (DEP), allowing progress to continue at Lithia’s Landing. DEP has been approved by the council to manage the property.
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS City Council members discuss agenda items during a recent meeting. MIRANDA JAMISON | Staff

ES boys netters claim division title

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The Excelsior Springs Tigers are Greater Kansas City Suburban Conference-Blue Division boys tennis champions. With a 7-2 win over Winnetonka and a 5-4 victory over Kearney, both on May 1 on the road, Excelsior Springs finished an undefeated Blue Division schedule to claim the title – the program’s first division title since returning to the Suburban Conference.

Sejkora signs with Central Methodist

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A key defender of Excelsior Springs’ varsity boys soccer program plans to continue challenging attackers on the pitch after high school. Braedyn Sejkora, who’ll graduate Friday, has signed his letter of intent to play for Central Methodist University, a Fayette-based, NAIA school.
BRAEDYN SEJKORA signs his letter of intent to play men’s soccer and study at Central Methodist University. Watching proudly are (from left) his parents, Makayla and Jason Sejkora. DUSTIN DANNER | Staff