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In the wake of breast cancer awareness month, Melinda Mehaffy, economic development director, shares her story and explains early detection can save lives. Mehaffy said she had begun to receive annual mammograms at 37 years old and became angry at her doctor when she realized she had to pay $280 out of pocket for the exam.

LIBERTY – The Clay County Public Health Center announced that a contract continuance to provide WIC services for federal fiscal year 2024 has been signed with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.

Missouri State Governor Mike Parson signed a proclamation declaring Oct. 30 as Weatherization Day in Missouri.

Local author Elizabeth Wenig, 77, has paired her love of writing and knowledge of herbs to craft a new book, “Favorite Flu Fighters,” launching in Nov. of 2023 on Amazon. com to educate people looking for an alternative to traditional medicines through this year’s cold and flu season.

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Medicare annual enrollment is now open through Dec. 7 for participating members, and Erin Ventura, insurance agent, explains the importance of registration now.

The Excelsior Springs Community Center (ESCC) board met recently to discuss future goals, including a breakdown of the influx of members joining the center. Nate Williams, ESCC Director, explained he put together a complete report of every ZIP code nearby with the number of members from each area that are utilizing the community center.

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Excelsior Springs has been known to have had ghostly spirits haunting the halls of several historic properties, including the Hall of Waters located downtown. T.R. Kennedy, building superintendent, is one of many who have witnessed seeing these ghostly spirits and has recently shared his accounts of the haunted building and what lurks deep inside.

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