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Body A youthful athlete isn’t necessarily an inexperienced athlete, as Excelsior Springs varsity girls wrestling coach Scott Schwab would probably attest. As proof, Schwab could point to his own team this season.

Body A Rayville man facing felony and misdemeanor charges has been released from custody after a judge reduced his bond.

Body Excelsior Springs Hospital is approaching the holiday season with a focus on practical support, offering two December programs designed to help residents reduce stress, manage medications and stay grounded during a time that can be both joyful and overwhelming.

Body Residents could see lower sewer bills starting Jan. 1 after city leaders approved a reduction in both the base rate and per-gallon sewer charges, trimming costs for customers while keeping the utility’s reserves on solid footing.

Body The Excelsior Springs Farmers Market is being recognized statewide for its work connecting local families with food education, community resources and fresh produce.

Body A woman found dead along Fredericksburg Road earlier this week is at the center of a hit-and-run investigation in Excelsior Springs after police said she was struck and killed by a vehicle that left the scene.

Body A role meant to guide children in faith is now at the center of a criminal investigation after an associate youth pastor at Excelsior Springs Baptist Church was arrested on accusations of abusing that trust.

Body A Homestead Village alderman has pleaded not guilty after a deadly confrontation on Arapahoe Drive left a 43-yearold man shot to death. Prosecutors allege that 55-year-old Glen Michael Stice fired the fatal gunshots that killed Daniel Konrardy during a Nov.

Body Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part series on managing holiday stress. Part one focuses on understanding the roots of holiday pressure and learning realistic coping tools.

Body A locally led initiative to help Excelsior Springs residents quit smoking and vaping will begin rolling out next year as Excelsior Springs Substance Abuse Free Environments (SAFE) and Excelsior Springs Hospital (ESH)prepare to launch the Dimensions Tobacco Free Program.