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Excelsior Springs ‘Breezy Rider’ Menth faces additional charges
May 4, 2018 — An Excelsior Springs man, Johnathon A. Menth, 27, was dubbed “Breezy Rider” after he stole an all-terrain vehicle and took authorities on a high-speed chase through Clay County— all while...
View ArticleGold Star mother to act as keynote speaker at Memorial Day ceremony
May 4, 2018 – Being a Gold Star mother is to be the mother of a hero, but it’s a distinction that comes with a lifelong heartache. These are the mothers of the men and women who gave their all for...
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ESPD involved in 2-vehicle crash
An Excelsior Springs Police Department police cruiser and a second vehicle were involved in a traffic accident on Business 10 Hwy. (Photo by Brittany Zegers) May 4, 2018 — A two-vehicle crash involving...
View ArticleJack Orava
Jack Orava June 21, 1938 — May 2, 2018 Jack Orava, 79, of Excelsior Springs, Mo., passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2018 in the comfort of his home surrounded by family. Jack was born June 21, 1938 in...
View ArticleDerdich retires, Roberts Robinson employees bid farewell
May 4, 2018 – As the coworkers of Ed Derdich talk about their retiring friend, the same words and phrases come up time and again. Respected. Respectful. Loyal. Driven. Helpful. Dedicated. “He will be...
View ArticleExcelsior Springs Police Blotter (April 24 – April 30)
Tuesday, April 24 12:24 a.m., 700 block of Magnolia Ave.: Austin Dickey, WM, 19, Matthew Burke, WM, 20, and Jordan Piper, WM, 18, were all arrested for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia....
View ArticleExcelsior Springs man sentenced in $4.3 million meth, heroin conspiracy
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Another Excelsior Springs resident has been sentenced for his role in a $4.3 million conspiracy to distribute large quantities of methamphetamine and heroin throughout Jackson, Clay,...
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Dubious Claims opens to undoubtable success
After months of hard work, motivated by the enthusiasm of an entire town, Dubious Claims Brewing Company opened their doors to the public on Thursday, April 26. Their opening night left customers with...
View ArticleViola “Brownie” M. Stephens
Viola “Brownie” M. Stephens April 4, 1930 — May 3, 2018 Viola “Brownie” M. Stephens, age 88, a resident of Excelsior Springs, Mo., passed away on Thursday, May 3, 2018, at Liberty Hospital, Liberty,...
View ArticleRandy M. Garrison
Randy M. Garrison June 30, 1957 —April 29, 2018 Randy M. Garrison, 60, of Missouri City, Mo., passed away Sunday, April 29, 2018.Randy was born June 30, 1957 in Randolph, Mo. Visitation will be held...
View ArticleAlice Faye Stevenson
Alice Faye Stevenson Alice Faye Stevenson, 72, of Excelsior Springs, Mo., passed away Saturday, May 5, 2018. Visitation will be held from noon to 1 p.m., Thursday, May 10 with service following at...
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Brian Charles McKee
Brian Charles McKee May 16, 1977 — April 19, 2018 Brian Charles McKee, born on May 16, 1977 in Kansas City, Mo., passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 19, 2018 in Istanbul, Turkey. Brian had been...
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ADHD medication misused and abused by youth
There is much in the media about the opioid epidemic in the United States, but a second prescription drug is being abused, particularly by youth – stimulants such as Ritalin, Adderall, and Vyvanse,...
View ArticleExcelsior Springs class of ’82 lays classmate to rest
May 4, 2018 – The Excelsior Springs High School class of 1982 will put their classmate Kathy Habegger, and her mother Zoe, to rest on Saturday, May 12, at 2:00. The service will be held at the Pisgah...
View ArticleSonny Wedgeworth
Sonny Wedgeworth November 3, 1943 — May 6, 2018 Sonny Wedgeworth, 74, of Rayville, died Sunday, May 6, 2018. Memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, May 10, at West Tracy Church of Christ....
View ArticleBarbara June Dykes
Barbara June Dykes July 8, 1939 — May 6, 2018 Barbara June Dykes, 78, of Excelsior Springs, passed away Sunday, May 6, 2018, in Excelsior Springs, Mo. Barbara was born July 8, 1939, in Orrick, Mo. She...
View ArticleCity of Wood Heights addresses police controversy, cites budget difficulties
May 5, 2018 – As previously reported by The Standard, the City of Wood Heights made the unanimous decision to disband the Wood Heights Police Department in a 4-0 vote, after a closed session. The...
View ArticleLocal impact of CVS purchase of Excelsior Springs Red Cross Pharmacy
As previously reported by The Standard, the local Red Cross Pharmacy, located at 1018 N. Jesse James Rd., is part of the larger purchase of the Red Cross franchise, completed by CVS Pharmacies. While...
View ArticleExcelsior Springs Police Blotter (May 1 – May 7)
Tuesday, May 1 4:27 a.m., 200 block of Fine St.: Officer took a report for domestic assault. 5:12 a.m., St. Louis Ave. and Highland Park Ave.: Officer responded to the area to assist a semi-truck...
View ArticleVeterans’ cross-country trek honors fallen hero, raises awareness
May 11, 2018 – The wagon, painted a bright lacquered red, covered with white canvas and drawn by a mule team, carries more than the two men driving the team. It carries within it a promise made 50...
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