January 18, 2026
On Thursday, Dec. 18, at 11:53 a.m. the fire department was dispatched to a residence on W. Poplar for a lift assist. Nine firefighters responded. A short time later at 1:25 p.m. the fire department was dispatched to a grass fire in a field on Militia Rd. in Vernon County. Four trucks and 13 firefighters
Today, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) wrote to the Department of the Treasury to request a review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) of the 2017 foreign acquisition of the Knob Noster Trailer Park by owners with alleged ties to Chinese intelligence, located less than one mile away from Whiteman
Join Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) educators online to learn about hunting regulations in the Show-Me State on Jan. 1 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. This virtual event will teach participants about the history of Missouri conservation, why there are rules and regulations for hunting, and how to find regulations. The program will also include
LITTLE MR. AND MISS SANTA RECOGNIZED – Before the El Dorado Springs Christmas Parade last week. Little Mr. and Miss Santa were crowned at a ceremony in the community Center gym. Lyla Ackerman, daughter of Charles and Casandra Ackerman and Grayson Connor, son of Alli Shinkle got to ride in the parade with last year’s
Concerning the story, St. Clair County man sentenced to 15 years for child pornography; community questions whether punishment fits the crime, published in the Dec. 11 issue of the El Dorado Springs Sun, we mistakenly put Deputy David Lile’s name under the photo of the St. Clair County man sentenced for child pornography. We do
The 2025 El Dorado Springs Christmas Parade, held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, was a cold 14 degrees with the wind chill. I believe the parade had more contestants than previous years. The El Dorado Christian School float, made by the Christian School, was the grand prize winner. Caption written by Gwen Nickerson.
From the El Dorado Springs newsroom A 23-year-old El Dorado Springs man was arrested Dec. 11 on a first-degree terrorist threat charge following an investigation involving local, state, and federal authorities. According to jail and court records, Rolland L. Comstock was taken into custody by the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office on a capias warrant and
Captain has decided to harass Jack. I believe Jack to be a conscientious objector when it comes to fighting, but he does weigh 15 pounds, has big paws which are fully loaded with very big, very sharp claws. Captain does a great job of caterwauling when nothing is happening, No telling what a fight would
$150 grand prize, $75 first place, $50 second place and $25 third placek in utility credits for contest winners. Judges will review lights, decorations, music and other elements on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 19 and 20. Contest rules: Contestants must be on city utilities. Winners from previous year cannot win the same award the next
From the El Dorado Springs Newsroom Members of the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office were recognized Friday night during the Cedar County Christmas Party for exceptional service and dedication to their duties. Awards were presented to individuals whose performance, professionalism, and commitment to excellence were cited as setting a high standard for the agency. Officials said
