A suspect believed to be involved in a drive-by shooting was apprehended by Kearney Police, with the collaboration and support of the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, Platte County Sheriff’s Office and Riverside Police Department.
A comprehensive presentation designed to educate the community was given during a recent Substance Abuse Free Environments (SAFE) meeting. Residents in attendance learned ways social determinants of health (SDOH) and poverty affect the protective factors for youth.
After gaining approval from the Excelsior Springs City Council in December, the Excelsior Springs Fire Department (ESFD) has been diligently working towards the establishment of an onsite modular or prop training facility.
In honor of National Good Neighbor Day, the City of Excelsior Springs is urging all residents to participate in a spirited competition to highlight the warm and friendly community atmosphere during Missouri’s Good Neighbor Week.
A committed teacher has spent seven years serving Excelsior Springs School District (ESSD) students and is now embarking on his eighth year at the Excelsior Springs Middle School (ESMS). A distinguished educator, Brock Nessa imparts his knowledge of eighthgrade math and algebra to students.
After the Excelsior Springs City Council’s tribute to the esteemed retired high school coach John Shepherd in January, Leavenworth Street has been proudly renamed Honorary Coach John Shepherd Way and the sign has now been officially installed to honor his legacy.