City Council hears concerns over trash and debris

During the Public Forum at the June 5 City Council meeting, Glenda Baker stated she was still concerned about the construction debris on the roof of the house at the corner of Spring and Jackson. She said she had commented on it before at previous council meetings. “It looks bad,” she said. She mentioned that

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Now hear this

This Saturday, June 17, the Opera House Arts Council will have a fundraiser in the Park to raise money for a new sound system. The system will be available for community events like weddings, kindergarten graduation, Christmas Lighting, etc,  as well as the annual summer Municipal Band Performances. It has the capability to play music

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Breakfast Smorgasbord this weekend

Come out to the Fair Haven Park, Saturday, June 17, for an All You Can Eat Breakfast Smorgasbord. Breakfast starts at 7 a.m. and lasts until 10. The menu includes pancakes, biscuits, sausage gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee or tea.   Adults – $6 donation; children 4-10 $4 donation and under 4 free.   All

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School board makes decision on construction management

During the June 8 R-II School Board meeting, they made decisions on base salaries, the type of constructions management to use among other decisions. All board members were present – Chad Whitesell, Benny Brower, Mark Burley, Terry Shepherd, Josh Floyd, Greg Beydler and Darrell Eason. The first item of business was a 20-year retirement plaque

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It’s later than you think

Editor: With the many terror attacks that has occurred in the past few weeks, it boggles the mind to see the elected Donald Trump’s efforts to properly vet the Muslim people who wish to come into the United States of America. It is true that all Muslims are not terrorists but it is equally true

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Missouri cattleman can now export beef to China

Following demands from U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill and a bipartisan group of colleagues, President Trump has finalized an agreement with China to lift its beef import ban and allow Missouri ranchers to export their beef to China. “This is outstanding news for Missouri ranchers who can support more jobs and increase their profits by tapping

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Walker woman claims Missouri Lottery prize

Dianna Hall of Walker won $150,000 when she matched all five numbers drawn in the May 22 Show Me Cash game. The winning numbers were 5, 11, 21, 29 and 39. Hall purchased her winning ticket at the Hot Spot, 1112 E. Austin Blvd., in Nevada. Show Me Cash is a $1 daily Draw Game

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“The Band Plays On”

El Dorado Springs Municipal Band Plays for “A Taste of El Dorado Springs!” On Friday evening, the El Dorado Springs Municipal Band will play from 8-9 as usual. Saturday the Band will be playing from 7- 8 for “A Taste of El Dorado Springs.” This should be such a lovely evening with local restaurants preparing

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Open house at Stockton ambulance barn

Prior to the Cedar County Ambulance Board meeting on Monday, June 19, the board and its employees will host an open house from 4:30 until 6 p.m. The regular meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. Unfinished items on the agenda will be new building plans and dispatchers’ pay. New business will be financing bids.

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Lieutenant Governor sends strong message to Missouri schools

Lieutenant Governor Mike Parson has condemned Liberty High School in Brentwood, CA. for their administration’s refusal to allow a graduating senior to wear his United States Army uniform during the commencement ceremony. Citing a “graduation uniform” policy, the student was told he could not participate in the ceremony unless he wore the traditional cap and

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