CEDAR COUNTY COURT

The following misdemeanors have been disposed in Cedar County. Joe D. Bailey, Walnut Shade, pursue/take/kill/possess or dispose of wildlife illegally. 4/14/18. Fine $20.50, 8/20/18. Jake C. Brown, Springfield, possession of marijuana/synthetics cannabinoid of 10 grams or less, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. 7/22/18. Fine $200, 8/23/18. Shannon Dezerray Cackley, Jerico Springs, driver fail to secure

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CEDAR COUNTY SHERIFF

8/20 • Received call of a MVA at Vine and Pine St Stockton.  No report taken. • Received call of a disturbance near Baptist Church El Dorado.  Report taken. • Received call of a vehicle on fire near structure on 2763rd Rd El Dorado.  Transferred to other agency. • Received call of missing clothing at

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VERNON COUNTY SHERIFF

Vernon County Sheriff Aug. 14, animal bite at 11600 block S. 1600 Rd., Nevada. Aug. 15, burglary-2nd degree at 21100 block S. 3100 Rd., El Dorado Springs. Aug. 18, assault 4th-special victims at S. W Hwy., Nevada. Aug. 18, unlawful possession of a firearm at 17600 block S. 1700 Rd., Nevada. Aug. 19, trespass-1st degree

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ST. CLAIR COUNTY SHERIFF

Sheriff Scott Keeler reported deputies made six arrests and took two stealing reports during the week of Aug. 20-24, 2018. Warrant Arrest Misty Bennink- On Aug. 23, Misty Bennink, 37, Osceola, was arrested on a St. Clair County warrant charging her with a probation revocation on original charges of a class C felony assault in

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EL DORADO SPRINGS POLICE REPORT

In the case of all arrests, it must be remembered that the charge is merely an accusation and all defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty. NOTE: Anyone having information concerning any alleged crimes are encouraged to contact the police department at 876-TIPS (8477) On August 21, 2018, officers responded to 901 South

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Kathleen Ellen West

Kathleen Ellen West, 61, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2018, in Mercy Hospital, Springfield, after a sudden illness. She was born Oct. 15, 1956, in Wichita, KS, to June (Stephens) and Larry West, both of El Dorado Springs. Kathleen attended kindergarten in Wichita and 1st through 3rd grade in Billings, MT. She attended school

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SINGING PRAISES TO GOD

SINGING PRAISES TO GOD – Grandpa’s Neighbors (the Neale Family) were at Pape Christian Church on Sunday, Aug. 26, for their annual visit, which is always a joy and a blessing for each of us. The song service was followed by a delicious and bountiful carry-in dinner. Visit Grandpa’s Neighbors on FaceBook to learn more

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West Union to hold meeting outdoors

West Union Missionary Baptist Church will begin a meeting at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 3. Brother Ralph Benham will bring the nightly devotional; County Missionary Brother Ron Pitts will bring the nightly message. The services will be held in the outdoor pavilion located behind the church.

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Cards of Thanks

The family of Christine Alexander would like to thank the community for the love and support we have felt during mom’s illness and following her passing. A special thank you to Community Springs Nursing Facility and Dr. Mark Smith for their kind and gentle care of our mother. The kindness and respect they showed to

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