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Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS — On June 11, Powell Lake was surrounded by 37 young anglers getting hooked on fishing. Youngsters were accompanied by their families for a morning of free fishing, hosted by the Excelsior Springs Parks and Recreation Department.

Body ST. CHARLES – The American Legion Auxiliary is sponsoring two Excelsior Springs High School juniors to serve as delegates for Missouri Girls State, which began June 11 and will conclude Saturday at Lindenwood University.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – Wine lovers got to sample more than 85 wines offered by 20 of Missouri’s wineries, and beer lovers got to taste some beers from craft breweries, June 11 during the 16th Annual Wine Fest along Lover’s Lane.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – An old power plant is about to disappear from a historic site. On June 6, the City Council approved a $24,400 bid by Dehn Demolition of Independence to level the plant, located in the 100 block of Dunbar sitting southwest of the Wyman building.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – Rainbow Splash Park could expand in 2023, Parks and Recreation and Community Center Director Nate Williams told city leaders June 6 at the Hall of Waters.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – A new area restaurant hopes to open this week. Troy’s Grill and Bar is coming to 101 W.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – The Excelsior Springs Police Department is getting new video cameras to monitor activity in its jail cells.

Body KANSAS CITY – An Excelsior Estates man has been convicted by a federal trial jury for his role in a conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. Mark A.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – It only took three years, but Excelsior Springs’ largest celebration finally returns June 24 and 25. Opening at 2 p.m.

Body EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – Incite Design Studio is standing firm on its recommendation to replace Lewis Elementary School. Based in the Kansas City metro area, Incite is the architectural firm working with the Excelsior Springs School District on its long-range facility planning.