May 2026

Once a Tiger, always a Tiger

The Excelsior Springs Police Department reported the following arrests handled recently by the department. Wednesday, April 29 At 10:31 a.m., David Shafer Jr., 30, was arrested for disobeying lawful order.

CONTENDER Lane Overholtzer contended for a state title in boys golf this week. The Excelsior Springs junior placed eighth at the Class 3 state tournament, held Monday and Tuesday at the Sedalia Country Club.

During his year at Excelsior Springs High School (ESHS), Booker O’Neill made a noteworthy impression on campus, according to Doug Baker, district athletic director. Now, O’Neill hopes to make a noteworthy impression at Baker University, where he has signed to play for the men’s basketball program.

City leaders recently recognized Mental Health Awareness Month with a proclamation emphasizing the way mental health affects individuals, families and the broader community. Mayor Sonya Morgan presented a proclamation during a recent city council meeting, recognizing May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month to Excelsior Springs Hospital Psychiatric Services staff member Brenda Wilzbach.

A more than $1 million sewer rehabilitation project aimed at improving Excelsior Springs’ aging underground infrastructure is moving forward after city council members approved a construction agreement.

Despite growing financial pressures facing rural healthcare providers nationwide, Excelsior Springs Hospital leaders say the organization continues to stabilize operations while expanding access to behavioral health and primary care services.

As the final days of the school year approach, elementary students across Excelsior Springs are trading routine for celebration, filling their calendars with field days, talent shows and milestone moments, marking both an ending and a beginning.

Interim coach Cody Vaughn would’ve preferred a better start to the final week of the regular season from his Excelsior Springs varsity baseball squad. Facing Winnetonka Monday, the Tigers tumbled to the visiting Griffins 9-2.

An Excelsior Springs woman was sentenced to 16 years in prison after reaching a plea agreement in a Platte County child exploitation case. Rachelle Y.