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Body With the 2024-25 school year now complete, the Excelsior Springs School District (ESSD) is reflecting on the accomplishments, partnerships and experiences that shaped a meaningful academic year.

Body A simulated virus outbreak swept through Clay County last week, but instead of panic, it sparked planning. Local agencies came together to test how they would respond if the threat had been real and every second counted.

Body Even with a major setback earlier this year, the tradition of honoring fallen service members continued Monday as the Clay-Ray Veterans Association hosted its annual Memorial Day ceremony in Excelsior Springs.

Body For the second time this year, a vehicle went airborne and crashed through the roof of the Clay-Ray Veterans Hall.

Body Many residents near the Idecker mine shared their views on continued operations in the area during the recent public hearing.

Body A quiet rural town became the epicenter of a battle over land, blasting and quality of life during a recent public hearing, as Mosby citizens and nearby county residents confronted Idecker Inc. over its proposed underground mining expansion.

Body The graduating class of Orrick High School stood shoulder to shoulder one final time, united in caps, gowns and community spirit.

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Body For the final time, they stood together as students – 176 strong – in black and gold caps and gowns beneath the lights of the Tiger gymnasium. Excelsior Springs High School’s (ESHS) Class of 2025 gathered to celebrate the end of one chapter and the hopeful beginning of another.

Body A healthier, longer life in Excelsior Springs might begin with just one click – or a pen and paper at the Hall of Waters.