June 2026

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Local authorities are reminding residents to prioritize firework safety during Independence Day celebrations. The Excelsior Springs Fire Department (ESFD) and the Excelsior Springs Police Department (ESPD) — who are partnering with the community to prioritize safety during the holidays — emphasize it is a collective responsibility for all residents to adhere to city codes and follow essential safety tips, ensuring a joyous and accident-free holiday.

Editor’s note: This is the final installment of a two-part series about the Women in Business and Leadership Luncheon hosted by the Richmond News and Excelsior Springs Standard. Part One featured remarks from Ray County Stone Producers CFO and Manager Jodi Dugan and Ray County Hospital CEO Lisa DeKezel, while Part Two focuses on Conservation Agent Claire Burch and the announcement of Woman of the Year.

Delaney Marie Greim and Joseph Peterson Graves were united in marriage May 23, 2026, at St. Ann Catholic Church in Excelsior Springs.

Michael Coats The Excelsior Standard, June 26, 2026 Michael “Mickey” Lambert Coats, 68, of Warsaw passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at his home in Bent Tree Harbor, Warsaw. He was born Aug.

Joe Howard The Excelsior Standard, June 26, 2026 Joseph “Joe” Marshall Howard, 54, passed away suddenly on June 11, 2026. He was born March 13, 1972, in North Kansas City.

Aiden O’Dell and Dantin McBee are back playing tennis again. Following the end of the Excelsior Springs high school boys tennis season, O’Dell and McBee each took a break from the sport, they said.

Somewhere along Highway 10, a horse named Olivia and a donkey named Newton are living perfectly normal lives, completely unaware that they have become celebrities to one little girl. At least, that is what my daughter says their names are.

The Excelsior Springs Police Department reported the following arrests handled recently by the department. Thursday, June 11 At 9:19 p.m., Travis Sisco, 45, was arrested for disobeying lawful order; pedestrians walking along roadways.

A civic engagement initiative tied to America’s upcoming 250th celebration is encouraging Clay County residents to become more involved in their communities through activities focused on government, history and public service.