March 29, 2026
On Friday, Aug. 30, the Mo-Kan Square Dancers will hold their 5th Friday benefit dance with Jay Wright as MC. This will be held from 7:30 to 10 p.m. in the Home Ec Building at the Vernon County Fairgrounds. Admission is by donations and proceeds go to help needy folks in the area and square
by Lauren Weinand, M.D. Depressed mood is a commonly experienced emotion that refers to feelings of discouragement, sadness, and apathy. If these feelings become distressing or disabling, however, a person might be experiencing a more serious condition known as major depression. Major depression is characterized by depressed mood or lack of motivation for most of
The following is a joint statement by Missouri Farm Bureau, Missouri Cattlemen’s Association, Missouri Pork Association, Missouri Soybean Association, and Missouri Corn Growers Association: The legal system is being misused by those determined to stifle Missouri farm and ranch families from opportunities to grow and keep future generations on the farm. This frivolous lawsuit is
Missouri Governor Mike Parson has officially proclaimed August as Fill the Boot Month to mark the 65th anniversary of the Firefighters extraordinary efforts on behalf of the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Nearly 600 million dollars has been collected since 1954 when the program began with one Boston Firefighter. El Dorado Springs Firefighters will participate in the
Agriculture is Missouri’s predominant industry and MO-4 is one of the most rural districts in our state and country. With that as a backdrop, I set out on my annual Farm Tour to highlight agricultural operations throughout our district. Day 1 launched my 15-stop Farm Tour at the Lenz Brothers Dairy Farm near Bunceton. The
Greetings, My Fellow Missourians On Monday, I was honored to present a Resolution to Ken and Sue Molzahn for their outstanding display of Revolutionary War-Era flags. I want to extend my thanks to them for hosting a lovely ceremony on their property in Collins. We were joined by many including representatives from many Chapters of
The following misdemeanors have been disposed in Cedar County. Cavalry Spv I, LLC v Denise S. Alexander et al, El Dorado Springs. Judgment entered $5,739.47, 8/20/19. Shawn James Bergsten, Plattsmouth, NE, take wildlife by molesting a next, den, home, eggs of wildlife, 5/25/19. Fine: $24.50, 8/20/19. Douglass Wayne Bradler, Knob Noster, stealing, 1/6/19. Fine: one
08/18 • Received call regarding combative individual on E 680 Rd El Dorado. Asked to speak to officer but officer tried reaching caller several times; no contact. • Received call of an assault on Locust St Stockton. Handled by officer. • Received request for a building check on E Hickory El Dorado. Clear, no
Sheriff Scott Keeler reported deputies made two arrests and took two reports during the week of Aug. 19-26, 2019. Warrant Arrests Johnnie Adams- On Aug. 20, Johnnie Adams, 41, Bolivar, was arrested by a St. Clair County deputy on a class D felony endangering the welfare of a child creating a substantial risk-first degree. Adams
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 12, 2019, officers arrested Juliette E. Shaw,
