May 2026

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.

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.

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.

Once a Tiger, always a Tiger

Hands-on history

Excelsior Springs city officials are pursuing a proposed $750,000 state grant for downtown revitalization aimed at helping preserve historic commercial buildings while supporting tourism, economic development and long-term investment in the downtown district.

Brody Querry and seven of his teammates were looking to continue their senior season of Excelsior Springs varsity baseball this week. The Tigers were slated to play Oak Grove Wedensday at Excelsior Springs for the Class 4 District 15 Tournament title, with the winner to advance to sectionals.

Members of the Excelsior Springs High School (ESHS) class of 2026 looked back on years spent growing up together before stepping into what was repeatedly described as a future filled with possibilities.

STUDENTS IN DELANEY MCPHEETERS’ first-grade class begin the mile run as teachers and classmates cheer from the sidelines..

More than 800 combined hours of meetings, research and discussion helped shape a new five-year strategic plan approved by the Excelsior Springs School District Board of Education, creating a roadmap intended to guide district priorities through 2031.