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On Saturday, October 15th, the Missouri State Beekeepers Association presented Natalee Summers of Hitch Hive Honey with the 2022 Junior Beekeeper of the Year Award!


She was recognized for her outstanding efforts and accomplishments as a young Missouri Beekeeper. In helping teach beekeeping through her local club, and in gaining notoriety by demonstration her passion for beekeeping through her online YouTube program, "Beekeeping with Natalee," where she reaches out to literally thousands of beekeepers.

Natalee Summers with her award and mentor, Kamon

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Amanda and Miles McAtee have been working hard to renovate the old Greystone Laundry on Jesse James Rd. and make it into a Fahrenheit Tanz tanning salon and

Altered Trend Boutique!


Watch for announcement information to come on their Grand Opening! 

Word on the Street

In an announcement on Facebook, Juree Short, owner of The Boulevard Florist said: After 26 years of servicing the community I have always loved, I am here to inform you The Boulevard Florist and I, Juree Short are retiring. I would like to extend a huge Thank You to all my customers over the years, without you, I wouldn't have been able to turn my dream into a reality. Thank you for supporting our family and our small town business. It has been a heart fulfilling experience, and I owe it all to you, my loyal customers!



Rape, Kidnapping, and Assault: Charges Filed Against Haslett, Jr.

Timothy Haslett, Jr., who is being held at the Clay Co. Detention Center, appeared in the courtroom (via video) for the first time since his arrest on Friday morning, October 7, 2022. 


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911 Caller Details Encounter with Victim of Kidnapping

Lisa Johnson was enjoying the morning sun, sitting near her front door when she realized there was trouble in her neighborhood.



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Brian Rice Selected as

Chamber President

Brian Rice, longtime publisher of the Excelsior Springs Standard and Richmond Daily Mail has turned in his press pass and has accepted the role of President of the Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce. 


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Police Blotter, Fire, EMS, & Sheriffs' Reports

Here are the emergency services logs for our police and fire departments.


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Citizen Spotlight: Julie Johnson

Not only is Julie Johnson a positive role model for the entire community of Excelsior Springs, she’s also a rising star in the world of professional pickleball.



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Excelsior Springs area Fall Festivals Guide

Here’s a quick guide to all of the local fall festivals and trunk or treat events and even some area ones that you could take your family and friends to attend.


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Lithia Landing Project Comes to Life

Jeremiah Renne grew up in downtown Excelsior Springs and often walked along Broadway with his family. For as long as he can remember the lot near 237 Broadway has been vacant.



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Family Narrowly Escapes Devastating Home Fire

In the early morning hours of October 8, 2022, the Arnone family narrowly escaped a devastating home fire. At around 4:00 AM Kayla Arnone’s husband and son came home and found the living room on fire.



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General Election Constitutional Amendments Explained

This week's Election Guide is to offer insight on some of the Constitutional Amendments that will appear on the ballot in a little over three weeks.



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Watch for These MCPL Programs at the Excelsior Springs Branch

Mid-Continent Public Library announced their lineup of programs at the Excelsior Springs Branch from November-January



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City Manager's Report


Each week the City Manager offers a look weekly into the city business taking place. Learn about upcoming meetings, agenda items, and top discussions city leaders are having at the given moment.


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Opportunity Cafe's

Caption Contest

Congrats to Rachael Stephenson

for being this week's Caption Contest winner with the following caption:


"And I!"

(Sang like Whitney Houston's

I Will Always Love You)


This Caption Contest brought to you by Opportunity Cafe and Coffee!

Winner gets a free cup of coffee!

Thank you to our sponsor!

The Excelsior Springs Hospital's Pink Ribbon Fund is helping local women get access to the care they need, regardless of income.

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