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Editor’s note: This is the final of a twopart series examining Novaleigh’s Law, a proposed child safety reform being drafted by Excelsior Springs resident Brianna Smith-Nimley. Today’s story examines the court records, Missouri statutes and procedural gaps the proposal seeks to address. Part One focused on Smith-Nimley’s personal connection to the issue and her work developing the proposal.

Booker O’Neill, Owen O’Dell and their Excelsior Springs varsity boys teammates had a reason to cheer the night of Jan. 16.

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Excelsior Springs High School officials reported measurable gains in student attendance, credit completion and classroom engagement as targeted academic programs and instructional changes continue to reshape the way students are supported. High school leaders reported significant academic and attendance gains tied to the Tiger Success Academy (TSA), a targeted program designed to support students who struggle in traditional classroom settings.

Excelsior Springs School District leaders say revenue collections are tracking behind last year largely due to timing differences, while longerterm pressures tied to enrollment and attendance continue to shape the district’s plans for staffing, facilities and future funding.

has his first regular-season touchdown as a pro football player. Playing cornerback for Cleveland, the 2016 Excelsior Springs graduate recovered a fumble and returned it 47 yards for a score early in the second quarter of the Browns’ 20-18 win over Cincinnati Jan.

Excelsior Springs is eager “to make some noise” this week in the boys portion of the Lawson Invitational Tournament, coach Ian Burch said. “Excited for the opportunity to shake up the bracket,” Burch said Jan.

Clay County seniors will now be protected from a larger share of rising property taxes after county officials approved a targeted update to the county’s senior tax relief program. The Clay County Commission recently approved an amendment to the county’s Senior Real Estate Property Tax Relief Program that expands which portions of a property tax bill can be frozen once a homeowner qualifies for the credit.