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Instructional changes drive middle school progress
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Instructional changes and expanded student support systems are beginning to show results at Excelsior Springs Middle School after what administrators describe as a year of significant change.
City approves increased jail housing deal
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A new detainee housing agreement between Excelsior Springs and the county will more than double the daily cost of housing municipal inmates at the Clay County Detention Center.
City revises employee personnel policies
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A series of updates to Excelsior Springs’ personnel policies will eliminate several employee leave buyouts and make administrative changes affecting workplace procedures and employee benefits.
Strengthening Families returns to ES
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Families in Excelsior Springs will soon have another opportunity to participate in the Strengthening Families 10-14 Program as Substance Abuse Free Environments (SAFE) relaunches the evidence-based initiative designed to strengthen family relationships while addressing youth...
Council delays marijuana drive-through proposal
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Excelsior Springs City Council members recently tabled a zoning amendment, which would have allowed drive-through services at marijuana dispensaries.
Serving students beyond the shelves
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For many students at Lewis Elementary, the library serves not only as a place to borrow books but also as a space for additional support with math and reading, exploring new stories and gaining encouragement throughout the school day.
Judge sets three-day trial in annexation case
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The legal showdown over which city controls contested land west of Excelsior Springs is advancing to trial after a Clay County judge ordered a three-day bench proceeding.
ES man accused in knife incident granted bond reduction
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An Excelsior Springs man has been granted a bond reduction while facing a felony weapons charge. Jacob E.