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ES cagers tumble in home tilt

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Winnetonka’s pressure defense proved too much for Excelsior Springs when the schools met recently in varsity boys basketball. Excelsior Springs committed 29 turnovers in its 74-21 Greater Kansas City Suburban Conference-Blue Division defeat, with Winnetonka scoring 31 points off those turnovers.
KLAYTON GLASPY (center) attempts a layup against Winnetonka. DUSTIN DANNER | Staff

DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship accepting applications

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Undergraduate and graduate students studying music can apply for the DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship through January 31, 2025. Sponsored by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), the scholarship provides a one-time $5,000 award to one student annually who is pursuing undergraduate or graduate study in music.

MDHSS encourages winter precautions

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After the recent winter storm and with potential weather conditions in the future, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is urging residents to take precautions to reduce their risk of weather-related injuries. Winter weather can create many hazardous situations, including cold temperatures, power outages and unsafe travel conditions.
MDHSS encourages winter precautions

CCSO, SPARC share stalking insights

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Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part series highlighting National Stalking Awareness Month, including legal implications, tips for victims and identifying stalking behavior. Local law enforcement agencies and advocacy nonprofits are collaborating to promote National Stalking Awareness Month this January.
CCSO, SPARC share stalking insights

CCSO urges community support in ‘feel-good mission’

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The Clay County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) is excited to invite the community to participate in a heartwarming initiative aimed at spreading joy and love. As part of this ‘feel-good mission,’ CCSO is collecting both handmade and store-bought Valentine’s cards.
CCSO urges community support in ‘feel-good mission’

Collins, Andreasen, Wright win titles

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Cooper Collins, Owen Andreasen and Justin Wright each bested all challengers at the Excelsior Springs Tiger Classic. Collins, a junior, went 5-0 to win the 138-pound division at the Jan.
SENIOR RYNE MARCUM gains inside position and prepares for a takedown in a win at the Excelsior Springs Tiger Classic. DUSTIN DANNER | Staff

ESYWC produces 13 champions, 16 runners-up

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The Excelsior Springs Youth Wrestling Club racked up the medals at its own annual tournament. The local club produced 13 champions and 16 second-place finishers at the competition, held Sunday at Excelsior Springs High School.
ISABELLA SCHOENECK of Excelsior Springs (right) ties up with Sierra Burris of Lee’s Summit on her way to winning the 14-and-under girls division title for 90-95 pounds at the Excelsior Springs Youth Tournament. DUSTIN DANNER | Staff