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Body In an unprecedented nationwide operation aimed at protecting children, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced Operation Restore Justice, a five-day sweeping initiative to identify, track and arrest child sex predators across the country in coordination with all 55...

Body The Clay County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) is playing a critical support role in an upcoming fullscale emergency response exercise designed to test how prepared local agencies are for a significant public health emergency.

Body Thrive Excelsior celebrates graduates

Body After decades of supporting local businesses and community initiatives, the Lawson Chamber of Commerce will officially close its doors on June 4. The decision follows a meeting on May 7, during which members discussed the organization’s future.

Body With just days remaining in the 2024-25 school year, Excelsior Springs elementary schools – Lewis, Cornerstone and Elkhorn – are turning their focus to final celebrations, student milestones and the continued promotion of academic and character growth.

Body A long-awaited jury trial for an Excelsior Springs woman facing multiple felony charges related to sexual abuse, has been canceled.

Body MIRANDA JAMISON Lead Reporter As Elaina Lamley stood on stage beside her staff, looking out over a crowd of uniformed deputies and their families, she mouthed a simple question to Sheriff Will Akin: “We’re the first?

Body With just days remaining to spend the last of its Lewis Elementary lease-purchase funds, Excelsior Springs School District officials finalized a creative list of capital projects to avoid a $377,000 arbitrage penalty – a financial hit that would have provided nothing in return.

Body Cracked walls, clouds of dust and deep vibrations have jolted rural homeowners south of Excelsior Springs into action, as Idecker’s plans to expand its decades-long mining operation threaten to creep even closer to their properties.

Body Spring is a popular time of year for families and friends to gather and celebrate special occasions such as graduations and other milestones. To help keep celebrations safe, Ameren is urging customers to be cautious when using Mylar balloons.