August 5, 2026
While people of all ages should take steps to protect themselves from the sun, older people may need to take additional precautions. Hyperthermia is an abnormally high body temperature caused by a failure of the heat-regulating mechanisms of the body to deal with the heat coming from the environment. Heat fatigue, heat syncope (sudden dizziness
Bo and Shirley Simmons celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary and Shirley’s birthday on June 24 at the El Dorado Springs Senior Center. The surprise event was planned by family and friends. Pictured are (from left) William Grenko, Emma Grenko, Darcy Roberts, Brett Lancaster, Ruby Ann Grenko, Claude Morrell, Boyce “Bo” Simmons, Shirley Simmons, Keri Morrell,
by Diane Olson Hot off the grill cheeseburgers, hot dogs and pork spare ribs…coming right up! Summertime is a favorite time for outdoor cooking, picnicking and family gatherings. Memorial Day unofficially serves as the kick-off of the summer season and this week’s July 4th celebrations will find outdoor dining in full swing with additional weeks
Our parents, Don and Virginia Ledford, will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary on July 20. Linda and Rod Bacon and Janice and Steve Sell would like to invite you to help them celebrate by showering them with cards and letters. Also celebrating this wonderful occasion are grandchildren – Scott and Kathi Bacon, Ginny Bacon and
The families of the late Melvin T. and Goldie (Norris) Swopes gathered June 25, 2017, at the Circle S Feed Store with 45 members in attendance. This is the 29th year of gathering together for our reunion. So thankful for each one attending. Our prayers go out to those ill and unable to attend. Ron
TOPS Chapter 319 El Dorado Springs (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) met in the Church of Christ Sanctuary on Thursday, June 29. Angie had the program today. She led us on a walk around the parking lot. Angie is going to have the program the last Thursday of each month and will lead us in walks.
by Helen Ellerman Jewell and Helen Ellerman attended funeral services for Raymond Mundy at the First Christian Church at El Dorado Springs. Madalyn Crocker attended the service for him as well. Raymond’s daughter, Renae Daniel, taught for several years at the Northeast Vernon County Elementary School at Schell City. The Harwood area got two inches
Chris and Abigail Ewert, El Dorado Springs, are proud to announce the birth of a daughter, Zarah Olivia Ewert. She weighed 8 lbs. and was 20 1/2 inches long. Kevin and Erica Drake, El Dorado Springs, are proud to announce the birth of a son, Bechett Dawson Drake. He weighed 7 lbs. and was 19
July Gardening Chores Heat. It’s what drives every gardener this month, whether it’s making sure the garden gets an inch of moisture a week to stay cool or mulch to remain cool. Among the other chores for July, besides enjoying picking berries: 1. Deadhead flowering plants. Removing spent blooms will help keep plants healthy and
Rich Hill Keeping the Spirit Alive Marriot Amusements open each night and on the 4th June 30 Events begin at 5:30 p.m. July 1 Events begin at 7 p.m. July 2 Events begin at 11 a.m. July 3 Events begin at 7 p.m. July 4 Events begin at 11 a.m Nevada July 1 6 p.m.
