Lifestyle
SAFE coalition launches media campaign
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Knowing a child’s growth and development are essential, Excelsior Springs Substance Abuse Free-Environment (SAFE) coalition launched the Roots of Resilience media campaign. “The purpose of the Roots of Resilience campaign is to empower adults to realize the many ways they can positively impact kids’ lives,” said Julia Mees, SAFE program director.
Rotary Club third annual Grocery Grab
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Tickets are now on sale for the third annual Excelsior Springs Rotary Club Grocery Grab, set for Aug. 26 at 9 a.m.
ESACC prepares for new school year
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The Excelsior Springs Area Career Center (ESACC) will be hitting the ground running for the new school year as 10 programs for students and education programs will be offered in Excelsior Springs and surrounding areas.
ESSD hosts a back-to-school resource fair
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Excelsior Springs School District recently hosted a back-to-school resource fair, providing backpacks and schools supplies for local students. Other resources were available at the fair, including Tri-County Mental Health for parents and students to obtain information for the new school year.
Shamrock Hills Vineyard and Winery Grand Opening
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Shamrock Hills Vineyard and Winery celebrated their grand opening the weekend of April 1st.
ES Trolley
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Trolleys may be a thing of the past, but not in Excelsior Springs. Trolleys were an effective way to travel for decades and directly related to where development occurred in the growing city.
The Heart-Mind Connection
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The American Heart Association (AHA) has been doing considerable research to determine the significance between heart and mental health. They have found substantial evidence to prove that each plays an important role in how the other functions.
Active seniors can lower injury risk
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Physical activity is one of the key components of a healthy lifestyle. Though physical activity benefits people of all ages, it can be especially helpful for seniors by making it easier for them to overcome some of the obstacles associated with aging.
Everyone’s a winner
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The Hardin-Central School District challenged the Orrick School District to a donation drive challenge. Although Hardin-Central School District Superintendent Trey Cavanah said there were no winners due to the number of items donated, nearly $800 was raised and 800 items were donated, he said.