Business owner faces felony abuse charge
Excelsior Springs business owner Melynda Casey, 47, of Polo, Mo., is facing a felony charge of abuse or neglect of a child.
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Chamber secures Webb for Waterfest after initial no-go
As Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce Director Brian Rice will attest, perseverance pays off – particularly when it comes to securing a grand marshal for the Waterfest Parade.
Take the Plunge!
Community Center outdoor pool now open The Excelsior Springs Community Center recently hosted the grand opening of the outdoor aquatic facility. Staff of the center, along with city government, project contractors and their families came together for the celebration.
EXCELSIOR POLICE
The Excelsior Springs Police Department reported the following arrests handled recently by the department. WEDNESDAY, MAY 31 At 1:47 a.m., Joshua Duncan Sr., 45, was arrested for domestic assault.
Unplug and connect with meaningful meals
Having regular meals with family means being able to spend time together. The Meaningful Meals media campaign associated with Parent Up and the Excelsior Springs SAFE (Substance Abuse-Free Environment) coalition explains sharing meals can lower rates of substance use and depression.
Local psychiatrist discusses surgeon general’s warning
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy’s warning of a loneliness epidemic in the U.S. was the topic of discussion during a recent meeting between Excelsior Springs Hospital’s Psychiatrist and Medical Director Roshan Dasari and the Excelsior Springs Substance Abuse-Free Environment coalition.
Versatile illustrator’s art featured at Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives
The “Art of Robert Grace” is the focal point of an open house set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 17 at the Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives. Robert Grace is a professional illustrator and a 1974 graduate of Excelsior Springs High School.
Youth, family community programs offered
Prevention, intervention and protection are the principles behind the Clay County Juvenile Office (CCJO), which now offers community programs through the Dispute Resolution and Family Court division.
Annual Wine Festival sips into summer
The 17th Annual Wine Festival was deemed an “absolute success” by Carrie Karr, a member of the festival staff. After a walk down Lover’s Lane in East Valley Park, guests were able to sample 85 various wines from 20 Missouri wineries while listening to live music performed by the Brody Busters Band.
