November 2025

A new partnership between Excelsior Springs Hospital and the city’s Parks and Recreation Department will provide home-delivered meals and wellness visits to older residents. The agreement was approved by the City Council during a recent regular meeting.

An election meant to settle future growth around Excelsior Springs has instead opened a new question over who controls the land after both Excelsior Springs and Mosby voters approved overlapping annexations.

When Cierra Miller began creating faith-based artwork, she wanted every piece to carry a message of hope and purpose. Her business, Life Unfinished, grew from that vision – a reminder that everyone’s story is still being written.

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Reese McCartney gave himself a treat Halloween night. With 3 minutes, 47 seconds left in the fourth quarter of Orrick’s varsity 8-man football playoff meeting with Northland Christian, McCartney caught a two-point conversion pass from Xavior Gaskins – his first-ever two-point pass reception, he said.

As the Excelsior Springs School District moves through the fall semester, classrooms, activities and community partnerships continue to reflect a spirit of gratitude and collaboration. Superintendent Dr.

Each November, communities across the country celebrate Native American Heritage Month to honor the history, traditions, and cultures of Native Americans and Alaska Natives. It is a time set aside to recognize their contributions, learn about their heritage and acknowledge both the past and present challenges faced by Indigenous peoples. The month also honors Native American veterans and their service to the nation.

November brings a season of reflection and thankfulness across Excelsior Springs elementary schools. At Lewis, Cornerstone and Elkhorn, students and staff are focusing on gratitude while continuing to strengthen academic skills, celebrate attendance and prepare for the busy holiday season.