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Council approves agreement to preserve Hall of Waters

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The Excelsior Springs City Council unanimously approved a conservation easement agreement with the Missouri State Historic Preservation Office to help preserve the historic Hall of Waters. The city received a federal grant, “Saving America’s Treasures,” for preservation efforts, which includes imposing a 50-year easement on the Hall of Waters property.

Hospital encourages prioritizing health, well-being

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Excelsior Springs Hospital (ESH) is encouraging individuals to welcome the new year as an excellent opportunity to prioritize their health and wellbeing. This is an ideal time to reflect on personal goals and aspirations and to set achievable targets for a healthier and happier lifestyle.
	Hospital encourages prioritizing health, well-being

ESHS announces first-semester honor rolls

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Dr. Sara Wickham, Principal of Excelsior Springs High School, is pleased to announce the Principal’s Honor Roll for Semester 1 of the 2024-2025 school year. Students must have an A- (3.66) grade point average with no grade below a B-. * Notes student had straight A (4.00) grade point average or higher.

School district named best workplace

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THE EXCELSIOR SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT — recently awarded Best Place to Work in Town and Country Leader’s 2025 Community Excellence — is recognized by the school board..
MIRANDA JAMISON | Staff

Duo works to bring biking trail to Excelsior Springs

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Two passionate mountain biking enthusiasts from Lexington are taking active measures to create free mountain biking trails in Excelsior Springs and the surrounding areas. Their goal is to create a well-maintained space that caters to bikers of all skill levels and fosters community engagement.
RYAN NEER (left) and Devon Harris aim to bring mountain biking to the masses by building trails in area towns, including Excelsior Springs. SHARON DONAT | Staff

Lewis Elementary prepped for success

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After experiencing a successful first day of welcoming students into the newly constructed Lewis Elementary building, the Excelsior Springs School District is sharing insight into the rebuilding process and the meticulous preparations that led to the momentous occasion of rebuilding and opening the school.
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT administrators discuss the success of the new Lewis Elementary following its opening day Jan. 13. MIRANDA JAMISON | Staff

DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship accepting applications

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Undergraduate and graduate students studying music can apply for the DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship through January 31, 2025. Sponsored by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), the scholarship provides a one-time $5,000 award to one student annually who is pursuing undergraduate or graduate study in music.
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