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Body Excelsior Springs city officials are pursuing a proposed $750,000 state grant for downtown revitalization aimed at helping preserve historic commercial buildings while supporting tourism, economic development and long-term investment in the downtown district.

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Body The Excelsior Springs Police Department reported the following arrests handled recently by the department. Wednesday, April 29 At 10:31 a.m., David Shafer Jr., 30, was arrested for disobeying lawful order.

Body City leaders recently recognized Mental Health Awareness Month with a proclamation emphasizing the way mental health affects individuals, families and the broader community.

Body A more than $1 million sewer rehabilitation project aimed at improving Excelsior Springs’ aging underground infrastructure is moving forward after city council members approved a construction agreement.

Body Despite growing financial pressures facing rural healthcare providers nationwide, Excelsior Springs Hospital leaders say the organization continues to stabilize operations while expanding access to behavioral health and primary care services.

Body The Excelsior Springs School District approved a nearly balanced $44.2 million budget after district officials spent months reducing projected deficit spending through cuts, attrition and refinancing tied to existing lease-purchase debt.

Body Hundreds of children and teens in Excelsior Springs are receiving mental health support through a psychiatric services program local hospital leaders say barely existed four years ago.

Body From youth sports and swim lessons to senior programming and special events, Excelsior Springs Parks, Recreation and Community Center programs saw major growth in 2025 as participation increased across nearly every area of operation.