February 16, 2026
Tracking Local Crime and Court Cases This is a Crime Page dedicated to keeping our community informed about court cases and legal matters occurring in Cedar County and the surrounding areas. As residents of rural America, it is essential to stay aware of the issues affecting our neighborhoods. Knowledge fosters safety and community engagement. Through
After writing about how old memories of the ones you love could be good or bad and that we preferred to remember only the good; it dawned on me that not only do we have memories of others that are good and bad, we have memories of our own life that are good and bad.
On Sunday, Feb. 1, at 7:57 a.m. an assistant chief responded to a residence on S. Park for a carbon monoxide call. The alarm’s battery had died and needed replaced. On Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 9:38 a.m. an assistant chief was dispatched to investigate a reported fire at Hwy. 32 and County Rd. 800. Turned
Cedar County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) is pleased to announce the appointment of Don Carpenter as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective March 2, 2026. “Mr. Carpenter is a proven, thoughtful leader with deep experience in strategic planning, operational discipline, and team alignment,” said Melissa Gallette, Chair of the CCMH Board of Trustees. “As we enter
From the El Dorado Springs Newsroom A Missouri lawmaker has introduced legislation aimed at strengthening the state’s response to fentanyl poisonings, following months of advocacy by families and community organizers affected by drug-related deaths. House Bill 3113, sponsored by Rep. Ann Kelley, was recently introduced in the Missouri House and referred to the Special Committee
A total of $14,650 was recently awarded to local organizations for projects to promote the El Dorado Springs community. The following projects were selected for funding: • El Dorado Springs R-2 Schools • Why Ask Why Project to purchase classroom books – $700 • Decoding Dyslexia Project – $1,500 • Hunger Warriors Meal Project –
Does any one have old pictures of the east side of North Main? There is one in our Centennial issue but I’d like to get more if possible. I hope you caught on that the Picnic dates have changed. It is now July 23-25. February is a busy month. If you miss Lincoln’s birthday on
The Hospital Auxiliary will hold a Valentine’s bake sale on Friday, Feb. 13. Bake Sales are a fun way to include all of our members in an activity to support our hospital.
Publisher’s Note – Over the past several days additional information has come to light that warrants careful review. In the interest of accuracy, fairness, and protecting the integrity of this publication, we have decided to delay the release of Part One. Rather than rush something of this magnitude, we are taking the time to get
Thursday, Feb. 12 – Community Springs Healthcare Valentine’s Day Celebration Music by Ginelle Skakal Refreshments served. Friday, Feb. 13 – Ribbon cutting at noon – “Don’t Like It? Change It” and “Ninja Mondeys” 211 S. Main St., ElDo Friday, Feb. 13 – VFW Post 257 Bingo – corner of First and Pine Streets, El Dorado
