News from Harwood and area

Bob and Cheryl Ellerman, of Edwards, and Mike, Kelly, Hannah and Joshua Ellerman, of Carl Junction, spent Saturday, Dec. 17, in the home of Jewell and Helen Ellerman for an early Christmas. They had dinner at the Cedar House Grill at El Dorado Springs. Church service was held at the Harwood Baptist Church Sunday, Dec.

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LCT WINTER PRODUCTION A SUCCESS

LCT WINTER PRODUCTION A SUCCESS – For the 18th time since the Lighthouse opened its doors, the Lighthouse Children’s Theatre Players lit up the stage for their winter production, “The Magical Land of Oz!” 30 students, age 3-16 performed brilliantly in front of capacity audiences on Dec. 2-3 on the stage of the FBC/FLC. Actors

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Gardening to distraction

Answering emails: Garden Gift Ideas “Do you have any gift suggestions for my wife? She’s a die hard gardener and has everything I can imagine…” – Patrick Hi Patrick, One of my favorite all-time Christmas gifts is a Missouri Department of Conservation Natural Events Calendar. Besides having major holiday dates for the upcoming year, the

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Sympathy to Laura Grey and Debbie Sheldon

by Marge Zink and Julia Snethen No morning message at the Rockville United Methodist Church Sunday due to weather church was canceled. Mt. Zion Home Bible study was held in the home of Tom and Beverly Pelkey each Tuesday at 7 p.m. to study the Bible had 10 in attendance. Sure was great to see

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Apply for Missy North Memorial Scholarship on swine related field

The Missouri Pork Association is now accepting applications for the Missy North Memorial Scholarship. The winning candidate will receive a $2,500 scholarship to further their education in a swine related field. The scholarship was created to honor the late Missy North, wife of Missouri pork producer Bob North. Missy loved raising hogs, and was very

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TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly

TOPS Chapter 319 El Dorado Springs met in the Church Of Christ meeting room on Thursday, Dec. 15. Kay led us in singing “Celery Sticks and Carrot Curls”. Marilyn awarded Susan her 25 lb. loss certificate. Robbie led us in roll call.  thirty-four weighed in today.  Sue and Verna tied for best loser of the

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School Board donates to sidewalk project

The El Dorado Springs R-II School Board met on Thursday, Dec. 8. Present were Chad Whitesell, Benny Brower, Allen Hoover, Josh Floyd, Greg Beydler and Darrell Eason – presiding. Sccott Cluck was absent. The board approved the payment of bills totalling $603,639.57. The board reviewed the property and liability insurance. It was up $4,000 from

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2016 Chamber of Commerce holiday home decorating contest winners

It’s easy to see the holiday season is upon us. The City of Gold is lit in all its festive glory and home owners are adding to the splendor with their Christmas lights and décor. The Chamber of Commerce Holiday Home Decorating Contest judges had an extremely difficult time deciding who to award the prizes

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Sound and lights of Christmas

FIRST PLACE CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS – The 2016 El Dorado Springs Christmas home decorations winner took a step into technology. Justin and Chelsea Jacobs, 610 S. High St. (North off Hwy. 54 and in the first block north of Fields Blvd.) have a sign in the yard inviting viewers to tune to an FM radio station

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2016 Bulldog Courtwarming royalty

2016 BULLDOG COURTWARMING ROYALTY – On Friday, Dec. 9, the Bulldogs crowned their royalty after the JV won its game and before the varsity lost by two points. The queen is Anyssa Salazar, daughter of Patty and Drex Salazar. Her favorite motto is, “Life is simple, just not easy.” The king is Shane Trowbridge, son

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