The Excelsior Springs Historic Preservation Commission assembled recently, recognizing local property owners that have restored and renovated historic properties. Nominations for the awards were made by community members, and presented by chairman Betty Bissell. Jim and Cheri McCullough were presented the Preservation Award for Commercial Property, recognizing the mural on their property at 100 W. Broadway St., known as Atlas Saloon Brewery. The exterior of the building, which was previously of a white stucco appearance, is now covered in a mural inspired by photos of the historic property. “It completely transformed the look of the building,” said the McCulloughs. The Preservation of an Investment Property Award was presented to Ron Prewitt for the property located at 522 Elms Blvd. Prewitt restored the two-story 1920s home with an interior remodel and an updated exterior, now occupied by new owners Thomas and Melissa Morrow. An award for Preservation of a Residential Property…