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Body Editor’s Note: Submitted by Missouri Congressman Sam Graves, the following opinion piece focuses on continued issues with U.S. Postal Service (USPS) delivery service, including its latest push to reduce visit frequency to rural post offices.

Body With the 2025 filing season quickly approaching, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is encouraging taxpayers to take key steps now to prepare for filing their 2024 federal income tax returns next year.

Body The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Kansas City Division is seeking the public’s assistance in tracking down two wanted fugitives.

Body The Excelsior Springs School District has officially announced the arrival and dismissal procedures for the new Lewis Elementary school, which is set to open when students return from winter break on Jan. 13.

Body City leaders approved a new collective bargaining agreement for city firefighters, as well as a 60% hike in the water utility revenue surcharge.

Body Local law enforcement agencies recently hosted separate Christmas events for community children to foster better relationships between youth and law enforcement, as wel as to assist those who may be in need.

Body The Clay County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) recently successfully apprehended a second suspect linked to a series of package thefts. The thievery took place in the Northland area during the Thanksgiving holiday and the subsequent weekend.

Body Four individuals have been arrested following a joint operation, Operation Full Cart Press, aimed at monitoring local businesses and safeguarding them against shoplifting. On Dec.

Body The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) recently set turkey and deer hunting dates for the 2025-2026 seasons. The hunting dates were approved by the Missouri Conservation Commission at its Dec.

Body With a rising number of vehicles parking in designated fire lanes during the holiday season and the colder months, the Excelsior Springs Fire Department (ESFD) is actively working to raise awareness about the critical importance of keeping these lanes clear.