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NHTSA warns of children’s safety

9 months ago By Elizabeth Barnt

The National Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA) has reported that more than 940 children have died of heatstroke because they were left or trapped in a hot car over the past 25 years. NHTSA warns of the dangers when children are left unattended in a vehicle during the summer’s elevated temperatures.

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Excelsior Springs library events coming up

9 months ago By News Staff

Kids STEAM Sat, Jul 15 2023, 3:30pm - 4:30pm Excelsior Springs Community Room Learn while you play with STEAM games and activities at the library. Join us for science, technology, engineering, art, and math fun.

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ESPD welcomes Officer Chaffee

9 months ago By Miranda Jamison

Picking a new place of work can be a challenge, but the newly sworn-in Excelsior Springs City Police Officer said he chose the city with ease. Officer Trevor Chaffee, a 22-year-old Smithville resident, graduated from the Regional Police Academy of Kansas City in May 2023 and was sworn in by Excelsior Springs City Manager Molly McGovern on July 7.

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NEWS BRIEF

9 months ago By News Staff

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) will be closing Hwy 10 over the West Fork of Crooked River between Richmond and Wood Heights for a bridge replacement. Work will begin on Monday, July 24 and the project is scheduled to last until the end of November.

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Cultural Guild looking to expand

9 months ago By Elizabeth Barnt

The Excelsior Springs Cultural Guild is working to expand their reach in an effort to support local artists. The guild has served the community since 1983 hosting fundraisers and community events.

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MU announces honors

9 months ago By News Staff

Missouri University of Science and Technology announces local students who made the honor roll list for the spring 2023 semester including: • Mayce Barber, sophomore, Excelsior Springs. • Michael Kovar, senior, Excelsior Springs.

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Keep summer days fun and busy when camp ends

9 months ago By News Staff

Many adults have fond memories of attending summer camp when they were children. The American Camp Association reports that each year more than 14 million children and adults take advantage of the camp experience. Summer camp is a place for kids to learn new skills, make new friends, experience being away from home for extended periods of time, and explore new locales.

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EXCELSIOR POLICE

9 months ago By News Staff

The Excelsior Springs Police Department reported the following arrests handled recently by the department. Wednesday, June 28 At 6:10 p.m., Danielle Smith, 38, was arrested for identity theft or attempt.

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Local students honored at SkillsUSA Championships

9 months ago By Elizabeth Barnt

The SkillsUSA championships in Atlanta, Georgia, recognized local student’s excellency, showcasing their career and technical education skills obtained through the Excelsior Springs Area Career Center.

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Preliminary hearing waived, on assault, weapons charges

9 months ago By Miranda Jamison

A 45-year-old Excelsior Springs resident, who is facing two felony charges, has waived a preliminary hearing. Ronald Dean Lana is charged with first-degree assault and armed criminal action.

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