July 2024

Body For Kayden Rogers, her favorite part of high school softball is building relationships. “I have enjoyed the lasting relationships and seeing my teammates succeed at ESHS,” said Rogers, who’ll be a junior this fall at Excelsior Springs.

Body Charges have recently been filed against an Independence woman for crimes that allegedly occurred near Excelsior Springs in 2023. Ashlyn M.

Body A Clay County judge has ordered a special prosecutor be appointed on a case involving a Missouri City woman. Kala R.

Body In an effort to prevent electronic scams, the Clay County Prosecutor’s Office (CCPO) is once again partnering with PC’s for People to host an electronics recycling event after the last one showed great success.

Body The Excelsior Standard, July 26, 2024 Kenneth Curtis Powers, 40, of Excelsior Springs passed away peacefully in his sleep July 16, 2024. Born April 20, 1984, in Excelsior Springs to Wayne and Frances (née Love) Powers, he was the second of four children.

Body Orrick varsity 8-man football coach Kirk Thacker and his Bearcats had their game faces on for this week’s team camp. “We’re all business.

Body My beloved grandfather will soon celebrate his 90th birthday and I’m happy to be helping organize a surprise party. My mother and I have been diligently planning a surprise celebration for him at our local church.

Body Four Wood Heights Fire Protection District (WHFPD) members have been promoted after years of volunteering their time for the community. Josh Brown, Ryan Mc-Cullough and Garron Grass have been promoted from captain to assistant chief and Kody Gaines from firefighter to captain.

Body A mental examination has been ordered for an Excelsior Springs man who is facing a felony charge of second-degree battery. Jeffrey P.