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The Excelsior Springs City Council agreed to implement a new license plate recognition camera system citywide as well as handle other city businesses at a routine meeting. The new automated license plate readers (ALRP), according to Police Chief Gregory Dull, serve a purpose between criminal activity and motor vehicles because license plates offer the police department objective evidence that can be used to gather actionable leads.

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The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) recently released preliminary data calculated that 90,334 deer were harvested during the Nov. 11 and 12 opening firearms deer hunting season. “With the cool mornings and comfortable afternoons, it would have been hard to ask for more pleasant conditions to be deer hunting this past weekend,” said MDC Cervid Program Supervisor Jason Isabelle.

The Aging Well Task Force in Excelsior Springs gathered recently to discuss the upcoming Silver Senior Prom and the idea of implementing a technology assistance program for those who want to learn more about new-age tech and want to work on social wellness.

Many area residents ask about the Hwy 10 Bridge and when it will be open – Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Communications Specialist Katie Manzke of the Kansas City District said MoDOT is looking for completion towards the end of November. “All work is weather permitting, and at this time, we do not have a specific date to share but we are very hopeful that the project will be completed this month,” said Manzke.

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An Excelsior Springs man who was released on his own recognizance, has been arrested for violating court-ordered conditions of his bond. Facing felony charges of second- degree drug trafficking, Gary W.

The Excelsior Springs Hospital Board gathered to discuss recent financial gains while looking toward the future to secure more funding. In recent events, the hospital asked the city to authorize an Interfund loan for the facility for $125,000 up to $500,000 to be used as a short-term cash flow for the hospital’s needs.

Cornerstone Kindergarteners thanked local veterans in honor of Veterans Day with handmade gifts, thank you cards and donated goods from family members and local businesses. In light of the holiday, all 63 kindergarten students at Cornerstone Elementary School worked together to give their thanks.