News

Body After first joining the city of Excelsior Springs as a court administrator 14 years ago, Taran Svoboda is still finding new ways to serve the community she calls home.

Body Kolin Kincaid has helped make Excelsior Springs a district and Class 2 state power in high school boys soccer in recent seasons. Soon, Kincaid hopes to help Missouri Valley College remain a national men’s soccer power.

Body The University of Missouri Extension (MUE) is encouraging women with an interest in agriculture to attend the 23rd Women Landowners Ag Conference, which will be held on April 25 at La Bella Vineyards and Winery in Wellington.

Body Today marks Missouri Arbor Day and the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages everyone to recognize the importance of Missouri’s trees and forests.

Body Three candidates have filed for two available seats on the Orrick Board of Aldermen in the upcoming April 8 municipal election. The candidates are Brooke Edney, Cindy Epperson and James Smith.

Body The Excelsior Springs School District has officially decided to extend the school year.

Body A celebration of resilience, leadership and compassion recently brought women from across the region together during the Women in Business and Leadership Luncheon hosted by Richmond News and Excelsior Springs Standard in honor of Women’s History Month.

Body After years of focused effort and agency- wide reform, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has earned national accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA).

Body Excelsior Springs is once again preparing to roll out the red carpet for its senior residents. The Silver Prom returns this spring with expanded offerings, increased community involvement and an afternoon dedicated to connection across generations.

Body A local man recently made his first court appearance following his arrest for an alleged Excelsior Springs burglary. Brian E.