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President Bill Westerheide opened the October Chamber Luncheon and welcomed attendees. Dignitaries were introduced and included State Representative Doug Richey, Clay County Health Board Member Courtney Morgan, Mayor Mark Spohn, Councilman Reggie St. John, and Councilman Gary Rennie were in attendance.
The luncheon was sponsored by The Springs Restaurant. Owners Sonja and Chuck Duckworth spoke about their venture in buying the Mill Inn Restaurant and the name change. Their grand opening is expected in mid-November.
“Our goals for the restaurant are a menu very similar to the Mill Inn plus up-scale traditional American family food,” said Chuck. “You will be able to get biscuits and gravy, fried chicken with mashed potatoes, or try something new like a hamburger with a fried egg on top. We will be open Monday through Sunday for breakfast, lunch and dinner.”
The Duckworths have been renovating for almost a year. Embracing the historic waters of Excelsior Springs for inspiration, a new outside seating area with fountain has been added. One inside wall is an incredible painting of a beautiful spring by a local artist.
“We have a website under development,” said Chuck. “To keep up with what is happening, be sure to like us on Facebook. The restaurant is located at 415 St. Louis Avenue at the entrance to the historic downtown.
Neighboring business owners were also invited to speak. Chuck introduced Melissa Abramovitz, a family nurse practitioner and founder of PreventIVe Health & Wellness. “Better known as Missy,” she said.
“There is a need for alternative health care in Excelsior Springs. So, we will offer fee for service treatments and consults,” said Missy. “Good health is much more than the lack of symptoms. It includes a healthy appearance, good energy level, mental clarity, relaxed muscles, optimal circulation, and a good self-image. Part of optimal health is the feeling and appearance of overall well-being and vitality.”
Services that will be offered include vitamin IV’s, B12 injections, weight loss consults, esthetics: facials, Botox, and chemical peels, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, and sports physicals. In addition, located in the storefront will be authentic handmade Amish goods offering a variety of wicker baskets, rolling pins, cutting boards, lazy susan’s, charcuterie boards, quilts, rugs, lotions, and more.
Missy established PreventIVe Health & Wellness in October 2022, operating in Orrick. A second location was opened in Oak Grove in January 2024. In January 2025, Missy will be opening her third business location in Excelsior Springs at 417 S. Thompson Ave.
La Boulangerie Artisan Bakery is now open at. Owned by Sarah, the bakery is located at 500 St. Louis Ave., #2. Dessert for the Chamber luncheon was prepared by the bakery. Available at the store are baked goods, artisan breads, cheesecake desserts, cupcakes and more.
