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The Mid-Continent Library in Excelsior Springs offers various programs for people of all ages, including online resources for children. Stephen Chalmers, branch manager, explained although tutors are not available in the library for students, the library does offer tutoring through their online platform, www.tutor.com.

The Excelsior Springs Farmers Market will host a fall festival on October 25 from 4-7 p.m. at the corner of Broadway and Mill Street to celebrate a successful market season.

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While the first year can be the demise of some businesses, A Sweet Affair Bakery and Café made it over the hurdle. Karen and John Santoro opened A Sweet Affair Bakery and Café on Oct.

William (Bill) Fostich, an employee at Paccor in Excelsior Springs, was recently awarded a proclamation naming Oct. 12 as William Fostich Day, due to his hard work and dedication to the company for the past 50 years.

Robin Davidson, registered nurse case manager and Misty Watson, licensed practical nurse and utilization review analyst, recently discussed the Excelsior Springs Hospital’s Swing Bed program with those in attendance at the Community Center’s Senior Center.

The Excelsior Springs Boarding House District recently discussed area residents’ concerns - with a particular focus on neighborhood crime. Excelsior Springs Police Lieutenant Ryan Dowdy, patrol division commander, explained most of the crime being committed in the Boarding House District - primarily multitenant lower-income housing - consists of theft, petty assault, drug use and vacant building break-ins.

Longtime Excelsior Springs resident and veteran Barry Dale recently had the opportunity to visit Washington, D.C., through the Honor Flight Network of Kansas City free of charge. The Honor Flight Network, a nonprofit organization, works with independent hubs to provide American veterans an opportunity to be appreciated for serving their country by visiting the nation’s capital and touring national memorials commemorating their service.