News from Harwood and area

Madalyn Crocker attended the Vacation Bible School program at the Schell City Christian Church Friday evening, Aug. 4. Her grandchildren, Caden and Caleb Crocker were in the program. Jewell and Helen Ellerman attended the Friday Fried Chicken dinner at the El Dorado Springs Senior Center Friday, Aug. 4. The Harwood and Schell City area got

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Stork Report

Tristan Hart and Rylinn Crews, Sheldon, are proud to announce the birth of a son, Dawson Grant Hart. He weighed 7 lbs. 4 oz. and was 20 3/4 inches long. Cindy Zaber and Wyatt Duncan, Rockville, are proud to announce the birth of a daughter, Harper Rose Duncan. She weighed 7 lbs. 7 oz. and

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Hot peppers an example of constrained risk

A situation where you can experience an extreme sensation, without experiencing actual harm is known as a “constrained risk.” “Some would say that enjoying hot peppers is a good example of a constrained risk,” said Kelly McGowan, horticulture educator with University of Missouri Extension. “They are pretty easy to grow and you can have as

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Crepe Myrtle is premier summer and fall bloomer

The crepe myrtle is a premier summer and fall blooming shrub. Attractive long lasting flowers grace this plant, which can range in size from small bushes to trees according to Kelly McGowan, horticulture educator with University of Missouri Extension. The crepe myrtle originated in Asia. Two species are commonly grown in the United States. The

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Ambulance Board full now

For the first time in a long time, the Cedar County Ambulance Board is at full strength with the appointment Monday evening of Rusty Norval to the vacant seat in District 2 and installation by the Ambulance Board Clerk Tami Ringler. Board members present were Kenny Turner, vice chairman; Keith Kosco, secretary/treasurer; Nadine Sinclair, Evelyn

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The Rock Wall

Somebody please shake the clock to see if it is stuck in overdrive. We’re already talking about the first football game Aug.18. There’s a midnight scrimmage Friday night so you can get a free peek at the 2017 squad in action. Remember when we were kids and the summer, while too short, seemed to go

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Christmas in July

VACATIONING IN ELDO – When St. Nick decides to put in an appearance in July, you don’t ask questions. Just enjoy the visit and hope he will remember the presents six months from now. That’s what Lincoln Koca did when he saw the jolly old elf. Lincoln’s parents are Alan and Megan Koca. He was

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Lt. Gov. announces ‘Vacation Missouri’ photo contest

Lt. Gov. Mike Parson has announced a “Vacation Missouri” photo contest. All Missourians and those who visit Missouri are encouraged to submit their photography work for the contest. Winners will receive a proclamation from the Lieutenant Governor, an invitation to the Capitol for a recognition ceremony, and have their work displayed in the State Capitol

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Regina Allison sentenced for embezzling $380,000

Tom Larson, Acting United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, announced that an El Dorado Springs woman was sentenced in federal court July 26 for a mail fraud scheme by which she stole more than $380,000 from her employer and to filing a false tax return. Regina Allison, 47, of El Dorado Springs,

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Providing information

OPIOIDS Q: My doctor is reluctant to give me narcotics for my back pain. I don’t understand what the big deal is. I hurt all the time due to arthritis in my back. A: Opioids are medicines used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. They may be used for pain that you have had

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