Commission approves Stump Ford Bridge contract

The Cedar County Commission accepted the bid on Lehman Construction Company to build a new Stump Ford Bridge in 2017 for $546,964. The county’s 20% share of the cost, $109.393, will be partially met with soft match money from other counties.

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Capitol Perspectives: Courage

by Phill Brooks Navy SEALS are known for their courage in training and combat. So when Missouri’s governor-elect, Eric Greitens, gives his inaugural address, I’ll be listening to hear how he demonstrates that courage in governmental leadership. Does he directly address the major, but politically dangerous problems facing this state? Or, does he give an

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Christmas Basket program a great success

Our community can be proud of the outpouring of generosity and support shared with others through this years’ Christmas Basket project. Many thanks go to all of the wonderful volunteers who gave countless hours of their time and talents to make this year’s event a success. Thank you to the First Baptist Church and the

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December Cedar County MU Extension Council meeting report

The members of the Cedar County MU Extension Council met on the evening of Dec. 5 at the Cedar County Memorial Hospital Health Complex. This report is adapted from the minutes provided by council secretary Kelly Hendricks. Members present were Nedra Fox, Kelly Kendricks, Jordan Richner, Maranda Spangler and Frank Anderson. After minutes and treasurer’s

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Marriages

Marriage Applications: Recorder of Deeds Office Cedar County Carole Wilkerson Recorder Carl Michael Reid, 43, El Dorado Springs, and Tiffany Nicole Kopczynski,, 21, El Dorado Springs Gary Dean Smith, 55, El Dorado Springs, and Bechy Irene Tough, 47, El Dorado Springs Steven Robert Brehm, 65, Stockton, and Karalee L Blain,  59, Stockton St. Clair County

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CEDAR COUNTY COURT

The following felonies have been disposed in Cedar County: Nikki C Grider, El Dorado Springs, possession of controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana  7/31/15,  five years supervised probation  12/15 The following misdemeanors have been disposed in Cedar County: City of Stockton v Brandon Hamilton, Warsaw, peace disturbance  1/11, $25 fine  12/15 Martin

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EL DORADO SPRINGS MUNICIPAL COURT

Dec 13, 2016 City of El Dorado Springs vs: Bethany Birkhofer, dog at large, $50.50 Jacob Bowman. expired plates, $50.50 Michael Deeser, expired plates, $50.50 Chelsea Duncan, no operator license, $75.50 Richard Eason, disabled vehicle,  507 Ohio, 508 S Summer  $101 Iven Fitzpatrick, dog license required, $50.50 Casey Jones, speeding  45/35, $47.50 Cody Marshall, muffler

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EL DORADO SPRINGS POLICE REPORT

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) Dec 26  – Officers responded to 400 South

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ST CLAIR COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

Dec 23 –  St. Clair County warrant issued for Austin Horn, 22, Calhoun, charging him with a probation violation on original class D felony charge of resisting/ interference with arrest. Bond is set at $5,000 cash only. Original charge stems from incident Sept. 1, 2014,  when St. Clair County deputies dispatched to Lowry City in

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VERNON COUNTY SHERIFF

Dec 23 – Harassment at 19100 block at S 1900 Rd, Nevada Property damage at 16900 block S 1200 Rd, Nevada Domestic dispute at 24200 block S 2325  Rd, Nevada Dec 24 – Operating motor vehilce while revoked/suspended at  E 54 Hwy, Deerfield Dec 25 – Driving while intoxicated at I 49 and Highland Ave,

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