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Parenting program draws attention from state, federal visitors

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The Clay County Parenting Court Program is a pioneering initiative that aims to assist parents in raising their children in a healthy and supportive environment. The program provides valuable resources and guidance to parents who are struggling to overcome challenges such as addiction, financial instability and relationship issues. It is meant to serve as an alternative to incarceration.
STATE AND FEDERAL administrators see the Clay County Parenting Court Program in action during a recent visit. The program is meant to serve as an alternative to incarceration and provides guidance to parents. MIRANDA JAMISON | Staff

DEP given reins to Lithia’s Landing

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The City of Excelsior Springs Councilmembers recently approved a partnership with Downtown Excelsior Partnership (DEP), allowing progress to continue at Lithia’s Landing. DEP has been approved by the council to manage the property.
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS City Council members discuss agenda items during a recent meeting. MIRANDA JAMISON | Staff

Excelsior Springs’ May proclamations

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May highlights many topics and the Excelsior Springs community now has four more to celebrate within the city. Mayor Mark Spohn issued four proclamations aimed at bringing about positive insight into the Excelsior Springs community during the latest meeting of the council.
COUNCILMAN JOHN MCGOVERN (left) is presented with the Older Americans Month proclamation for 2024 from Mayor Mark Spohn.

Adoptable pet at animal control center

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“SOXY” IS A 4 year old female Australian Shepherd. Soxy is a sweetheart! She’s guarded when meeting new people, but once she warms up to you, you have a loyal companion! She’s all that an Australian Shepherd should be! She’s smart. She’s house trained. She’s energetic. She’s protective. She LOVES car rides! Soxy likes to play ball and fetch sticks. She likes the crinkle of a water bottle, and can remove the caps! This sweet girl would make the best companion pet! Call ESACC at 816-630-0816 for more information about Soxy.
Adoptable pet at animal control center
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