State Senator Mike Parson is concerned that outside interests, like the Humane Society of the United States, are in the process of getting Missouri voters to sign a petition that is not in the best interest of Missourians.
The Make Your Vote Count campaign sounds good on the surface. But the bottom line is that if it passes, even the Missouri legislature can’t make any changes if the petition is passed and devastates state industries such as agriculture or education.
The Sun interviewed Senator Parson about his concerns and what he is trying to do to prevent such a petition from being voted into law.
Last year the Humane Society of the United States came in here and spent about $7 million getting Proposition B passed by a vote of the people. We actually
Miss Missouri Sydney Friar will be the featured entertainment at the Miss Cedar County/ Miss Southwest Missouri Pageant scheduled for 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 28, in the El Dorado Springs Middle School gym. The pageants’ theme, “Dream On” is taken from
Beth Phillips, United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, announced that an Osceola man and woman were indicted by a federal grand jury on Tuesday, Jan. 24, for bank fraud and mail theft. These are additional charges in a case that originated when stolen
MISS HENTON ARRIVES – Nora Marie Ann Henton became the First Baby of the New Year born at Cedar County Memorial Hospital to
BULLDOGS CROWN ROYALTY – On Friday evening, Jan. 20, 2012, the El Dorado Springs Bulldogs crowned their 2012 Courtwarming royalty. The
During their closed session on Thursday, Jan. 12, the El Dorado Springs R-II School Board voted to renew Superintendent Mark Koca’s contract through the 2013-14 school year by a unanimous 7-0 vote.
In the open session,
Due to a printing error we would like to apologize to all the families of the deceased listed herein
On Oct. 31, at approximately 7:35 p.m., El Dorado Springs police officers responded to the 600 block of South Park Street, just north of Fields Blvd., concerning a reported motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian who was Trick or Treating with his wife and
The El Dorado Springs Varsity Volleydogs took the District 12 Championship on Tuesday, Oct. 25, defeating Stockton in the last two games of the match. Stockton took the first game 16-25, but fell to the Bulldogs 25-20 and 26-24.
Earlier in the tournament on Monday, Oct. 24, Butler defeated Sherwood 25-22
The Cedar County Baptist Assocaition will meet with Concord Missionary Baptist Church for Fifth Sunday Services.
January 27
Friday: 7:30 p.m.
Devotional – Bro. Ralph Benham
Preaching – Bro. Jamie
The Tri-County Baptist Group will hold its regular Fifth Sunday service on Sunday, Jan. 29, at Alder Missionary Baptist Church in Cedar County.
After Sunday School at 10 a.m., the morning service will begin at 11 a.m. with preaching by Bro. Everett
- The Northeast Vernon County R-1 FCCLA and Mrs. Bybee would like to thank all the students and community members that helped make our blood drive successful. They were able to perform 15 procedures/collected 19 units on
Donna Thomas from Crowder College will present a Financial Aid Workshop in the high school business room beginning at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14.
If you plan to enter college this summer or fall, now is the time to fill out the
Sheila K. Albert, 54, Apache Junction, AZ, suffered injuries reported as serious in a one vehicle crash on Hwy B three miles east of Sheldon at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17.
The report by Cpl. James E. Wilde says the westbound 2005
In the Jan. 10, 2012, special meeting of the Cedar County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) Board of Directors, the decision was made to discontinue obstetrical (OB) services and to re-structure the provision of general surgical services effective July 13, 2012. This was a very difficult decision; and
Lake Stockton Council of the Blind last met Jan. 5, 2012. We had a good attendance and a great time of fellowship and catching up over the past month.
Two of our most faithful members, Harry and Garland, were unable to attend
by Jordan Shapiro
Missouri’s public universities would be required to accept transfer credit from sister institutions under a plan presented Wednesday in the Senate Education Committee.
As part of an effort to boost college graduation rates, Education Committee Chairman
Singer Tje Austin will perform at Cottey College on Saturday, Jan. 28, at 8 p.m. in Raney Dining Room.
Tje (pronounced TYE), a vocalist and songwriter who recently appeared on NBC’s “The Voice,” hails from Austin, TX, is a breath of fresh
The Vernon County Extension Council Elections will be held Jan. 23 through Feb. 3.
The county extension council works with the Extension staff members in planning and making recommendations for educational programs. The Vernon County council is composed of 20 members, 16
On Thursday, Jan. 19, the El Dorado Springs Lady Bulldogs traveled to Butler to take on the Lady Bears.
The Lady Bulldogs started the game off really slow struggling with turnovers and poor shot selection. At the end of the 1st quarter
The El Dorado Springs Bulldogs hosted the Jasper Eagles for courtwarming Friday night. The Bulldogs came away with a 67-56 win.
The Bulldogs trailed 30-29 at halftime but outscored the Eagles 23-12 in the third quarter to take control of the game.
– Jeremy Garrett sank some of his 14 points with a sweet move to the basket that left the Jasper Eagles as interested spectators.
– Ace Whitesell was No. 2 in points scored for the Bulldogs with 15 – some through the crowd to the basket and some long range missles.
– Senior Garrett Mays led the Bulldogs in scoring against the Jasper Eagles with 18 points
- Bulldog JV player Robert Keith scored eight points the hard way Friday night, inside against the Jasper Eagles.
Stockton came into the Dog Pound this past Tuesday and left with a three point victory 33-30. The ElDo JV fought the whole game but just couldn’t get over the hump to pull off the win.
Teams are consistently playing zone defenses
- 8th Grader Chaney Housh posts up in the game Friday night against Ft. Scott Christian Learning Center on her way to her second straight double-double. She scored 10 points and had 11 rebounds.
NEVC’S BELL SCORES 1,000th POINT – Northeast Vernon County senior guard Jacob Bell scored his 1,000th career point late in Tuesday night’s loss to the Halfway Cardinals. Bell scored 14
Colton Hedrick’s name made the Courtwarming spread in the Sun last week, but his mug didn’t. Some of the jersey numbers on the players duplicated and the person doing the layout didn’t know Colton.
WELCOME TO MY HOUSE - A cardboard cutout of the artist welcomes visitors to the Thomas Hart Benton Home and Studio State Historic Site in Kansas City. Tom Uhlenbrock/Missouri State Parks
According to the information from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), in the United States, vaccination programs have eliminated or significantly reduced many vaccine-preventable diseases. Unfortunately, these diseases still exist and can once again become common-and deadly- if vaccination coverage does not continue at high levels.
by Rebecca French Smith
Most farmers and ranchers in Missouri are passionate about agriculture. Their passion is increasingly flowing into new outlets as they embrace social media to talk about what they
Good Day,
Efforts to rein in runaway spending and get our economy on the right track were dealt a serious blow, this week, when President
This week a lot of you have shown interest in a piece of legislation that was recently presented here in the Missouri Senate. Many of you have called or emailed my office regarding Senate Joint Resolution 27, a measure that
District 133 – Capitol Report
On Tuesday, Jan. 17th, Governor Nixon delivered his State of the State Address, “Missouri Moving Forward.” Governor Nixon addressed a promise to not increase taxes, to cut government spending
by Shawn Abell
All of a sudden, I am in the highway. How did I get here? I am stunned, the pain is unbearable, I can’t breath, and my mouth and nose if full of warm blood. I hear the cars zooming
You may not realize it, but you can take steps to keep your brain fit and flexible as you age. In fact, some experts now say that through proper diet and routine mental health exercises, you even can delay the onset of Alzheimer’s disease long enough
Did you know that everyone needs a regular eye exam—even someone who doesn’t wear glasses?
Most people assume an annual eye exam only checks a lens prescription, but your eye doctor is also checking to make sure your eyes are healthy. The
The Missouri Veterans Commission reminds Missourians that if you are a Veteran with a non-service connected pension or a widow/widower who receives a pension from the VA, and have received an Eligibility Verification Report (EVR), you must fill out and mail the EVR to the VA
