September 2026

Body University of Missouri (MU) Extension has reached thousands of Clay County residents through hundreds of programs and activities this year, with efforts underway to further expand its local outreach.

Body Parents and youth will have an opportunity this fall to spend six weeks learning ways to communicate, connect and strengthen their relationships.

Body Orrick varsity volleyball coach McKenzie Ketterman saw an attitude change in her Bearcats during their 3-0 season- opening loss Aug. 27 to visiting Lone Jack.

Body Excelsior Springs varsity football coach Jake Danneman expects the weather to make its presence felt when his squad faces Warrensburg Friday on the road in a tussle of teams nicknamed the Tigers.