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Bridge of Hope addresses community health concerns

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Editor’s note: This is the final of a twopart story about the nonprofit Bridge of Hope and its work supporting women and families facing unexpected pregnancies. Part One focused on the organization’s mission, services and educational programs, while Part Two explores its efforts to address community health concerns, including testing, education and outreach related to sexually transmitted infections.

Neighborliness efforts encourage residents to connect

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From driveway gatherings to neighborhood walks, Excelsior Springs is finding new ways to turn everyday moments into opportunities for connection. The effort includes initiatives such as the March Neighborliness Bracket and “Out & About in Your Neighborhood,” which aim to help residents build connections through simple, everyday interactions.
Neighborliness efforts encourage residents to connect

Job Corps students highlight workforce training, community support

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From growing up in poverty to moving across continents, two Job Corps students recently stood before a room of local leaders and business owners, sharing personal journeys shaped by hardship, relocation and determination,offering a firsthand look at the program’s impact on workforce training and community support.

Council approves golf course management contract

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A revised management agreement for the Excelsior Springs Golf Course received final approval after city officials removed contract language, prompting questions during earlier council discussions. The Excelsior Springs City Council approved a resolution authorizing a services agreement with Orion Management Solutions RG Inc., the company managing operations at the city-owned golf course.

Bridge of Hope walks alongside local families

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Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part story about the nonprofit Bridge of Hope and its work supporting women and families facing unexpected pregnancies. Part One focuses on the organization’s mission, services and educational programs, while Part Two will explore its work addressing community health concerns, including testing and education related to sexually transmitted infections.
CIERRA MILLER (from left), Shawn Roney, Connie Taylor and Miranda Jamison discuss Bridge of Hope’s programs and services during a “Ray County Voices” podcast recording. SHARON DONAT | Staff
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