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Defining beauty: Mark Walter on creating art that engages mind and heart
When it comes to art, Mark Walter doesn’t worry about style – but that doesn’t mean he lacks one. Instead, his style is natural and distinct, the same way one’s handwriting becomes natural and...
View ArticleSocial media post about ‘Fedsmoker’ in Excelsior Springs raises concerns
February 27, 2018 – An older social media post, dated from April of 2017, is making the rounds on social media, causing local residents concerns over safety. The post deals with Conald Eugene Peterson,...
View ArticleDanny Paul Slater
Danny Paul Slater Danny Paul Slater, 59, of Polo, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 25. Visitation and celebration service will be held at Richmond Assembly of God Church, 303 S. College, Richmond, MO, on...
View ArticleDorothy M. Williams
Dorothy M. Williams February 24, 1927 – February 27, 2018 A native Texan, Dorothy and her family moved to Waco in 1938. There she met the love of her life, George. They married in 1947, raised two...
View ArticleBonnie C. Cates
Bonnie C. Cates March 18, 1932 – February 27, 2018 Bonnie C. Cates, 85, of Excelsior Springs, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 27, in Excelsior Springs, Mo. Visitation will be Friday, March 2, from 10-11...
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A new location for a local Excelsior Springs favorite
March 2, 2018 – The new construction going on by the Dollar Tree is the new location for El Maguey. The new location will be open for business in spring of 2018, and will have several new features,...
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Kelly Wayne Ketron
Kelly Wayne Ketron Kelly Wayne Ketron Kelly Wayne Ketron, of Henrietta, Mo., passed away Sunday, Feb. 25, 2018, at his home in Henrietta. Kelly was granted an earthly life of, 55 years, 4 months, and...
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ES man makes a scene, hits national news
March 2, 2018 – Johnathon Menth, 27, of Excelsior Springs, is now known as the “Breezy Rider,” after stealing a yellow all-terrain vehicle Sunday, Feb. 25, and taking authorities on a high-speed chase...
View ArticleIs the Meals on Wheels program failing vulnerable ES residents?
March 3, 2018 – The people who have eaten the frozen dinners provided by the Meals on Wheels program don’t mince words when describing them. “Slop,” said one senior. “Not fit for a dog,” added another....
View ArticleHow sweet it is! Excelsior Springs celebrates opening of Dari-B
The Excelsior Springs Standard posted a social media message heralding the upcoming annual event to which all residents look forward: The opening of the Dari-B. On March 1, come sunshine or rain,...
View ArticleLocal clergy share scripture for times of trouble
March 4, 2018 – In light of the most recent school shootings, and the media coverage of that tragedy, local clergy were asked about which Biblical scripture they turn to in times of sorrow, and why....
View ArticleExcelsior Springs focuses on total school safety
March 5, 2018 – Excelsior Springs School District is one of the safest schools in the area, according to Tom Mayfield, security director. “We’ve always been ahead of the curve, ahead of the times, when...
View ArticleOur kids and teachers deserve better
On Wednesday, Feb. 14, 17 people were killed in yet another school shooting. On Thursday, Feb. 18, mothers all over the country sent their children to school. My oldest is among those kids who went the...
View ArticleDistrict responds to threat made against Excelsior Springs High School
March 5, 2018 – UPDATE (2:20 p.m.): The Excelsior Springs Police Department released the following statement: “On Sunday, 03-04-2018 at about 8:30 PM, the Excelsior Springs Police Department was...
View ArticleESPD responds to potential school threat
On Sunday, a concerned parent contacted the Excelsior Springs Police Department because of an alleged threat her student had received via Snapchat. The school district was notified, and appropriate...
View ArticleCathy Clevenger Wilmes Roberts
Cathy Clevenger Wilmes Roberts February 19, 1957— March 3, 2018 Cathy Jane (Clevenger) Wilmes Roberts, age 61, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 3, 2018, at Northcare Hospice House. Cathy was...
View Article68-year old Excelsior man extricated from vehicle in crash on 69 Hwy.
March 5, 2018 – At 1:08 p.m., on Monday, March 5, Reggie Scruggs, of Excelsior Springs, was traveling northbound on 69 Hwy., a half-mile before Cameron Rd., when his 1996 Geo ran off the left side of...
View ArticleSuperintendent thanks ESPD, others for ‘terrific job’ in handling threat
March 5, 2018 – Sundayevening brought news of an alleged threat made against the Excelsior Springs High School, which was later amended to a general threat against an unnamed high school by the...
View ArticleMcFarland, Bennett, Aldrich honored during cheer banquet
March 6, 2018 – During the end of the year cheer banquet, seniors Amanda McFarland, Bailey Bennett, and Bethany Aldrich were honored with the Cornerstone Award on March 5. The Cornerstone Award is...
View ArticleCity offers summer sewer credit program for 2018
March 2, 2018 – Repeating its popular summer program, the City of Excelsior Springs will once again offer sewer credits to residents who sign up between now and June 8. Annually, this program assists...
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