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Time for new sports threads, attitude

4 months ago By Shawn Roney
to PRO High heat, drop kicks, random observations and points that amuse are all part of the wide, wide world of sports at the community and national levels. I’ve just added three New Year’s resolutions to my list – all of them sportsrelated.
FANS OF the prep teams at Excelsior Springs and Richmond, shown competing in varsity boys basketball, probably won’t have to worry about the Tigers and Spartans border hopping for new facilities. SHAWN RONEY | Staff

Body cameras planned for ES police

4 months ago By Miranda Jamison
Police body cameras and upgraded dash cameras will become part of everyday operations in Excelsior Springs as new equipment purchases and related law enforcement actions move forward. During a recent meeting, city council members authorized a fiveyear service agreement with Axon Enterprise Inc.

Spear recognized for community leadership

4 months ago By Miranda Jamison
Community recognition through the Town and Country Leader’s Annual Local Legends Contest has brought attention to leadership focused on accountability and resident input. Councilman Stephen Spear is among the top three nominees for Best Community Leader in Excelsior Springs this year.
Stephen Spear

Local Legends nomination highlights SAFE leadership

4 months ago By Miranda Jamison
Work centered on youth prevention and community partnerships has earned local recognition through this year’s Local Legends nominations. Julia Mees leads Excelsior Springs Substance Abuse Free Environments (SAFE), a coalition focused on preventing youth substance use before it begins.
Julia Mees

Rhodus files bid to intervene in annexation court battle

4 months ago By Miranda Jamison
The court case deciding whether Excelsior Springs or Mosby has the right to annex overlapping land west of the city has taken another procedural turn, with a landowner at the center of the dispute seeking leave to formally intervene in the lawsuit. The request was filed in Clay County Circuit Court on behalf of David Rhodus, the owner of four specific parcels totaling approximately 89.5 acres, whose property lies within the territory both cities approved for annexation in the November 2025 election.

ES educator earns nomination for teaching excellence

4 months ago By Miranda Jamison
An educator within the Excelsior Springs School District (ESSD) has been nominated for recognition as a top teacher, highlighting a career shaped by early inspiration and dedication to students. Paige Colgan teaches second grade at Cornerstone Elementary and is among the top three nominees for Best Teacher in the Town and Country Leader’s Annual Local Legends Contest.
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL cheerleaders raise Coach Paige Colgan (left) during a routine, reflecting her role working with students both in the classroom and through athletics. MIRANDA JAMISON | Staff

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