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After over two decades, an Excelsior Springs native has been acknowledged for his exceptional dedication to serving the community and its members. This recognition is a testament to the community’s keen eye for exceptional service and their integral role in the Excelsior Springs Fire Department operations.

Playing a round of golf is a great way to spend a morning, afternoon or early evening. That’s particularly true when the weather is warm and a golf course is soaked in sunshine and cooled down by warm breezes whistling through the surrounding trees.

Anyone who lives in close proximity to a pickleball court can no doubt attest to the popularity of the sport. According to the 2023 Topline Participation Report from the Sports & Fitness Industry Association, pickleball participation grew by 159 % between 2019 and 2022. Such figures are a testament to the popularity of a sport that has reinvigorated millions of players’ enthusiasm for physical activity and team sports.

Physical activity is an important component of overall health. Health experts advise that exercise can increase lean body mass, prevent conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease, improve balance, and positively affect mental health/cognition. Exercise also can foster socialization with others, helping people overcome boredom and isolation.

Excelsior Springs High School Principal Dr. Sara Wickham proudly recognizes the outstanding academic achievement of students for the 2023-2024 second semester by announcing the honor roll. To earn a spot on the honor roll, students must maintain a commendable grade point average of B (3.0) or higher, with no grade falling below a C-.

A warrant has been issued for a Rayville man who is facing a multitude of charges. Dalton Baldwin, 18, has been charged with two felonies and four misdemeanors, including two counts of delivering a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana or synthetic cannabinoid and four counts of unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia.

Missourians will vote on two proposed state constitutional amendments Aug. 6.

Excelsior Springs High School graduate Michael Rebello has put his name in the Bradley University record books. Robello, the 2019 Class 3 state cross country champion and a 2020 Excelsior Springs graduate, set the school indoor record for the 5,000-meter run this winter while representing Bradley at the Boston University David Hemery Valentine Invitational.