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Heartland Community Foundation invites Carroll and Ray county students to apply for the Mary K. Axtell Trust Scholarship for the 2025-2026 school year.

A Democrat from St. Ann is once again pushing for legislation placing more restrictions on commercial dog breeders, though it faces long odds thanks to resistance from pet stores and large agriculture operations.

Homeowners may think they have to tear down walls or build room extensions to transform their homes with renovation projects. But small projects can yield impressive results, and that’s something homeowners working with limited budgets can keep in mind.

An Orrick man has been released from Ray County Jail after posting bond while facing a felony child abuse charge. On May 13, a warrant was issued for Marcus J.

The popularity of professional and college sports is undeniable. Various metrics, from ticket sales to data on how much is spent on team apparel, underscore that popularity. But there may be no greater measuring stick than television viewership, which tends to rise as the games grow more meaningful. In fact, the National Football League reported that international viewership of the Super Bowl totaled 62.5 million people in 2024. When added to the estimated 123.4 million domestic viewers who tuned in to watch the league’s championship game, it’s evident that watching the big game is a big deal.

A Kansas City man has been granted a bond modification after being arrested for allegedly fleeing from law enforcement through Excelsior Springs. Jimmie L.

An Excelsior Springs woman has entered a not-guilty plea after being taken into custody for offenses related to assault and child endangerment. Julie D.

An investigation is underway following a commercial fire that erupted at a business in Lawson. At 9:45 p.m.

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A dedicated member of the Excelsior Springs Fire Department (ESFD) has proudly served for seven years and remains committed to providing exceptional service to the community. ESFD Captain Jason Ortbals has dedicated seven years to serving the community as both a firefighter and a paramedic.