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Youth family coordinator hosts mental health training locally

2 months ago By Elizabeth Barnt

The Excelsior Springs community center hosted its first Youth Mental Health First Aid training course for adults to help break down communication barriers surrounding a mental health crisis. Kyria Hood, Youth and Family Coordinator and certified youth mental health first aid instructor, hosted the first-ever class, bringing her expertise.

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Thrive Housing Task Force reaches goals, continues mission

3 months ago By Elizabeth Barnt

The Thrive Housing Task Force of Excelsior Springs — a community collaborative with a mission to improve quality of life and increase life expectancy through economic vitality, housing, and health and wellness — hit their yearly goals for 2023.

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County strikes a win in war against fentanyl

3 months ago By Elizabeth Barnt

In a months-long investigation, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office’s Special Operations Squad and Drug Trafficking Force have charged two people associated with fentanyl trafficking in Avondale. According to a recent press release from the county, Garrett Moulder, 38, has been charged with two counts of drug trafficking, unlawful use of a weapon and theft of a firearm.

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Measles detected in Clay

3 months ago By Elizabeth Barnt

The Clay County Public Health Center recently confirmed a measles case in a Liberty resident who also spent time at the Kansas City International Airport Thursday, Jan. 4, and North Kansas City Hospital Jan. 5-6.

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School board receives Lewis updates

3 months ago By Elizabeth Barnt

The Excelsior Springs School Board was recently updated regarding the construction of the new Lewis Elementary School. Both Newkirk Novack Construction Partners and Incite Design Studio detailed their ideals about the project they are working diligently to complete for the 2025 school year.

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Clay County prosecutor talks truancy

3 months ago By Elizabeth Barnt

Clay County Prosecuting Attorney Zachary Thompson has a passion for helping others outside of the courtroom. Through his mission to protect people within the community, including children and families, Thomspon wants to educate those who struggle with truancy.

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City of ES supports SB 936

3 months ago By Elizabeth Barnt

Senate Bill (SB) 936, an act that would create provisions relating to new programs for post-consumer paint recycling, is gaining support in Excelsior Springs. Currently, the bill has been prefiled as of Dec.

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New housing presents minor setbacks

3 months ago By Elizabeth Barnt

DHTC’s development of the “Flats at Coach Crossing” housing development to be constructed between US 69 Highway and Tracy Avenue, has faced setbacks due to budget constraints. Melinda Mehaffy, economic development director, explained the flats are currently $1.6 million over budget due to grading issues and the cost of retaining walls.

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MFCF awards 4-H Club grants to youth to help end neighborhood hunger

3 months ago By Elizabeth Barnt

Missouri 4-H Clubs throughout the state have been awarded the 2024 “Drive to Feed Kids” grants through the Missouri Farmers Care Foundation (MFCF), including local groups from Excelsior Springs, Lawson and Rayville.

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Senior Center discussion focuses on local primary care

3 months ago By Elizabeth Barnt

The Physician Practices Manager (PPM) at Excelsior Springs Hospital, Troy Grizzle, visited the Senior Center recently to inform the community about options for local health care, specifically for primary care.

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