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The Excelsior Springs Police Department reported the following arrests handled recently by the department. Thursday, June 11 At 9:19 p.m., Travis Sisco, 45, was arrested for disobeying lawful order; pedestrians walking along roadways.

A civic engagement initiative tied to America’s upcoming 250th celebration is encouraging Clay County residents to become more involved in their communities through activities focused on government, history and public service.

CHILDREN PARTICIPATE IN activities provided by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office Wheels of Engagement trailer at the annual Lawson Picnic. The trailer visits community events, offering games and interactive activities to foster connections between youth and law enforcement.

Excelsior Springs will soon prohibit the sale of certain concentrated kratom-derived products while adding new restrictions on kratom sales within the city. The ordinance, approved unanimously during a recent Excelsior Springs City Council meeting, restricts kratom sales to individuals 21 and older while prohibiting the sale of certain concentrated kratom-derived products commonly referred to as 7-OH.

Men are often encouraged to “man up” through stress, fear and emotional struggles, but local mental health professionals say those expectations can create lasting consequences when emotions are ignored rather than addressed.

Young children in Excelsior Springs will now have the opportunity to learn golf in an environment designed to remove pressure, frustration and intimidation that often comes with trying the sport for the first time.

As part of the Women in Business and Leadership Luncheon hosted by the Richmond News and Excelsior Springs Standard, attendees were invited to share personal advice, encouragement and reflections for other women in the community. The following messages were submitted: “Take the high road and hope others will meet you there.” ~ Shannon Gordon

Editor’s note: This is the first of a twopart series about the second annual Women in Business and Leadership luncheon. Part One focuses on leadership, worklife balance and rural health care, while Part Two will feature additional speakers and the Woman of the Year announcement.

Excelsior Springs officials are once again challenging residents to turn introductions into friendships as the Mayor’s Block Party Challenge returns for another year of neighborhood gatherings. The initiative returns after residents organized 51 registered block parties last year, surpassing the city’s original goal of 50 gatherings.