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A Kearney couple has been released on bond following their appearance in court while facing a charge involving incest. Larry C.

The Excelsior Springs Fire Department (ESFD) is joining the Meals and a Visit Program to support homebound residents by adding a focus on home safety and prevention. The Meals and a Visit Program (MVP) is run through the Excelsior Springs Parks, Recreation and Community Center and supports homebound residents through home-delivered meals and regular visits.

Excelsior Springs Hospital is highlighting prevention and education this February by offering two health and wellness sessions aimed at helping older adults better understand heart health and self-care.

The legal fight over who controls disputed land west of Excelsior Springs has moved beyond paperwork, with the annexation case making its first appearance before a judge, resulting in multiple rulings. The lawsuit stems from competing annexation efforts approved by voters in Excelsior Springs and Mosby during the November 2025 election.

The Office of Dispute Resolution Services is offering a series of prevention-focused programs in Clay County in attempt to address youth and family challenges before they escalate. The programs work with youth and families across Clay County through both court-connected cases and voluntary requests for support.

“ It can be easy to take for granted what surrounds us each day, but Excelsior Springs is not just any town. It is a community shaped by history, strengthened by its people and sustained by a shared pride in who we are and where we are going.” - Mayor Mark Spohn Excelsior Springs is in the running to be selected as one of Missouri Humanities’ next “Featured Five” communities through its Small Town Showcase, a statewide digital storytelling initiative highlighting the heritage and culture of Missouri’s small towns.

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